2014 Volkswagen Polo facelift revealed

German carmaker Volkswagen has revealed the 2014 VW Polo facelift ahead of its global debut at the upcoming 2014 Geneva Motor Show. The updated Polo comes with a range of new technologies and efficient engines, along with a cosmetic upgrades both inside and out.

The new Polo will be equipped as standard with an Automatic Post-Collision Braking System which automatically brakes the vehicle after a collision to reduce kinetic energy significantly and thus minimise the chance or consequences of a second impact. Optional features include a driver alert system and front assist with city emergency braking and automatic cruise control.

The company has also added as optional a new Sport Select suspension system with an electronically controlled dampers to switch between two suspension settings. Meanwhile, a new electro-mechanical steering system improves efficiency and offers more precise control. It also comes equipped with Volkswagen's modular infotainment system. This touchscreen system feature a proximity sensor and a function that reacts to wiping movements by the fingers.

The Volkswagen Polo facelift comes with the redesigned front bumper and grille, with a chrome line that separates the front fog lights. It now has an optional LED headlights, while the rear end gets the new lights and bumper. Inside the cabin, the vehicle has an updated instrument cluster and a new steering wheel, while a refreshed centre console with new heating and ventilation controls ensures ease of use.

Under the hood, the Polo facelift feature a range of new EU6-compliant engines offering fuel efficiency improvements of up to 21 per cent over the old units. There are two 1.0-litre MPI units, with 60PS or 75PS and two 1.2-litre 4-cylinder TSI engines that develops 90PS or 110PS. The 1.4-litre TSI engine with cylinder deactivation (ACT) has been retained, however the power output has been increased by 10PS to 150PS. The oil burner will have two new three-cylinder 1.4-litre TDI engines with 75PS and 90PS.  

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