Volkswagen launches the powerful and efficient New Polo GT TSIfor the Indian market

­ Start of Sales from April 29, 2013 at all Volkswagen showrooms

Mumbai, 29. April2013:

Volkswagen, Europe’s largest carmaker announced the launch of the powerful and efficient 1.2 L                         New Polo GT TSI today. With this launch the Polo now becomes even more attractive for the                               customers providing a choice of both efficient diesel and petrol engines.

The Volkswagen New Polo GT TSI is priced at Rs. 7.99 lakhs ex showroom, Delhi and will be                                 available with 7 speed DSG gearbox.

Commenting on the launch of the New Polo GT TSI, Mr. Arvind Saxena, Managing Director,                           Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Group Sales India Pvt. Ltd said “In the current market                         scenario, fuel efficiency has become vital for every customer looking at purchasing a new car.                           Under these circumstances we strongly feel the need to provide our customer with a choice to                             opt for an efficient petrol car. The Polo GT TSI is the perfect answer with Maximum Power and                                 Minimum Consumption.”

TSI is a pioneering technology of petrol engines by Volkswagen. TSI engines are compact, high                           powered and use less fuel thereby successfully implementing the downsizing concept. The                     Volkswagen TSI engines are designed to deliver maximum torque from engine speeds as low as                           1500 rpm. That is good for both driving pleasure and fuel economy. This is achieved by                             combining Direct Petrol injection and intake of high compress air with the use of turbocharger                           thereby giving high fuel efficiency.The Vehicle Outline:The New Polo GT TSI is equipped with 1.2Litre, 4 cylinder TSI engine with a maximum power                               output of 77 Kw @ 5000rpm and a maximum torque of 175 Nm @1500­4100 rpm with a 7                                 Speed DSG Gear Box.

Exterior

The Exterior is equipped with:

∙         “Estrada” 185/60 R15 alloy wheels∙         Halogen headlamps with black finish∙         "GT" Chrome front grille

Interior

The interior is equipped with:

∙         Superior 'Milan' Titanschwarz fabric upholstery∙         Leather wrapped steering wheel∙         Leather wrapped gearshift knob and handbrake lever handle∙         Chrome interior trims∙         Aluminum pedal cluster∙         3 grab handles above doors, folding with coat hooks∙         Sunglass holder inside glove box∙         Front centre console including 12V outlet∙         Luggage compartment cover/parcel tray

Comfort and Convenience

On comfort the car has a number of unique, thoughtful touches. It is equipped with:

∙         'Climatronic' automatic air conditioning with dust and pollen filter∙         Two Din RCD 320 music system with USB, Aux­in, SD Card, Bluetooth and 4 speakers∙         Speed­related electronic power steering∙         Remote control central locking∙         Instrument cluster with tachometer, speedometer, odometer and trip odometer∙         Multi­function steering wheel∙         Steering wheel, tilt and telescopic adjustable∙         Height adjustable driver's seat∙         Rear parking sensors∙         Lane change indicator ­ triple flash∙         Central locking with boot opener in company logo

Safety and Security

Advanced occupant safety is one of the key features of the New Polo GT TSI which comesequipped with:

∙         Electronic stabilization program (ESP)∙         ABS (Anti­lock brake system)∙         Dual frontal airbags, driver and co­passenger side∙         Electronic engine immobilizer with floating code∙         3 point front seat belts∙         Pinch guard safety for all 4 power windows∙         High mounted third brake light∙         Front disc brakes

∙         Fog light, front & rear

The New Polo GT TSI will be offered in 3 different colours:

∙         Candy White∙         Flash Red∙         Deep Black

About Volkswagen:

Volkswagen, a leading carmaker in Europe sells its broad model range from the up! to the                             Phaeton in more than 150 countries worldwide. Volkswagen offers the Polo, Vento, Jetta, Passat                         and the Touareg in India.