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Hi everyone,

(First post, by the way :))

I just noticed the specs of VW's Polo Bluemotion. I remember reading about this car back when it was realeased (I live in Europe) but never really took the time to look more closely at it.

Anyway, my point is that this car has a 3.2 lt/100km highway rating, which is way better than anything comparable (competitors have around 4 lt/100km ratings).

Considering the minor modifications this car has been subjected to, I think this rating may be harder to achieve in real life than with other cars (I can match my car's official figures, like many other do here).

The test reviews so far have not focused on comparing a normal Polo Tdi with the Bluemotion side by side (this has been done with the Passat Bluemotion, though, and the results were encouraging).

I'd like someone who has driven this Polo to confirm that it is in fact possible to have a 3 lt/100kms consumption on the highway.

Welcome! I think you may be the first person here with a Polo. (Is that the same as what we call a Rabbit in the US?) So we don't know what it's really capable of but we'd be happy to try to help you find out :)

Actually I don't own a Polo, I was asking just out of interest ;). I have a Passat but I'm planning on buying a smaller car sometime.

If those 3.2 lt/100km (or 74 mpg) are achievable, I'll buy a second hand Polo Bluemotion in the future.

(Is that the same as what we call a Rabbit in the US?)

The Rabbit is the same as the Golf. The Polo is the next size smaller VW (between the Golf and the Lupo in size) and is comparable in size to the 1970's Rabbit/Golf.

The Rabbit is the same as the Golf. The Polo is the next size smaller VW (between the Golf and the Lupo in size) and is comparable in size to the 1970's Rabbit/Golf.


VW Golf Diesel-hybrid announced!! 83MPG (imperial), 69MPG (US)

Wow. Wish I had the money for one...

Perhaps they will go on to produce a Polo Bluemotion Diesel-hybrid as well (I guesstimate that it'd get around 100MPG imperial?)

VW Prepares 69MPG Dieselelectric Hybrid Golf (http://www.dailytech.com/VW+Prepares+69+MPG+Dieselelectric+Hybrid+Golf/article10808.htm)
VW pairs diesels with electric motors to achieve nearly 70 MPG in its Golf hatchback

Hybrid technology is often a hot topic of discussion on DailyTech. Detractors of hybrid technology often point out that diesel engines would make a better alternative to achieve greater fuel efficiency. Hybrid proponents often point out that while diesel are more efficient than gasoline motors, they are far dirtier.

Volkswagen is looking to bring the two camps together and will unveil a diesel-electric hybrid version of its popular Golf hatchback (known as the Rabbit here in the U.S.) in Geneva. According to the German automotive giant, the Golf Hybrid will achieve 83.9 MPG (Imperial gallons) which is roughly 69.9 MPG here in the U.S. Carbon dioxide emissions are also limited to just 89g/km.

The diesel engine used in the Golf Hybrid meets all Euro 5 emissions criteria and also passes the stringent Tier 2 Bin 5 emissions standards here in the U.S.

Given that costs involved with producing a diesel-electric hybrid powertrain, VW is looking to spread the technology to a number of its vehicle lines. According to 4Car, likely transplants include the VW Jetta and the Audi A3. Other Golf-based vehicles that would be a prime target for the new powertrain include the upcoming VW Tiguan and Audi Q5 crossovers.

VW isn't the only company; however, that is looking towards diesel-electric hybrid powertrains. DailyTech reported on Peugeot's 308 Hybrid HDi in late August 2007. The 308 Hybrid HDi features a 107 HP diesel engine which is paired to a 22 HP electric motor. The combined system helps the vehicle achieve 69 MPG.

Diesel technology is seeing a rather large resurgence in the U.S. thanks to new CAFE regulations. VW is bringing back its TDI motors now that they meet Tier 2 Bin 5 standards, Nissan is looking to drop a Renault diesel engine into its next generation Maxima and Honda will provide four and six-cylinder diesel engines for its cars and trucks.

Ah! Someone finally stepped up. :) This should be interesting. :thumbs_up:

3.2 l/100 km should be easy for a Polo Diesel - I'm getting about 8 with my Passat Wagon with its insanely oversized 200hp 2.0 FSI engine and 6 speed trip tonic.

Wow! I want a Diesel-Hybrid car. That's exactly what we need.