Volkswagen Polo GTI R5, the boldest version of the Polo, built for the world of rallying

The Volkswagen Polo is not one of the most powerful models from the German brand, although we know there are versions of it that have nothing to envy from more powerful cars off the line. In this case, Volkswagen has presented the Polo GTI R5, a version designed to take part in various rally competitions, which uses all its power to set itself apart from the road model, in any of its versions.

Lining up against it are the Ford Fiesta R5, the DS3 R5 and the ŠKODA Fabia R5, all of them rivals in the R5 category, so it has to offer impressive characteristics to stand out in each of the competitions. To achieve this look, the car has been fitted with a body kit that includes a new front bumper and a large rear spoiler.

It also includes a set of lightweight wheels, a roll cage and several safety systems to enhance its appearance, in keeping with its off-road spirit. But the exterior look would mean nothing without an engine to match that bold and dynamic appearance.

This 1.6-litre turbocharged engine with four cylinders delivers a power output of 272 CV and 400 Nm of torque. This power is sent permanently to all four wheels thanks to a sequential transmission designed for competition with five speeds. This allows this rally model to reach 100 km/h in just 4.1 seconds, a very good time considering its weight is set at 1,320 kg.

The Volkswagen Polo GTI R5 will be homologated next summer, and the first units will be delivered turnkey over the following months, so that it will be in competition during the autumn, showcasing its power and image to push its capabilities to the limit.

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