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Volkswagen Polo GTI (2006-2009) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3.5 out of 53.5

At a glance

Price new £16,600 - £17,190
Used prices £817 - £1,970
Road tax cost £395
Insurance group 26
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 356 miles
Number of doors 3 - 5
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Neat GTI styling, nippy performance, excellent build quality and reliability

CONS

Not especially fun to drive and not quick enough to be a genuine hot hatch

Written by David Ross Updated: 15 September 2025

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