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VW Polo generations and tyre sizes

Polo

I

1976 – 1979
Petrol29–44 kW (39–60 PS)Manual
/ R145/70 R13155/65 R14165/55 R15175/50 R15
Polo

I (1. Facelift)

1979 – 1981
Petrol29–44 kW (39–60 PS)Manual
/ R145/70 R13155/65 R14165/55 R15175/50 R15
Polo

II

1981 – 1990
Petrol, Diesel29–55 kW (39–75 PS)Manual
/ R145/70 R13155/65 R14165/55 R15175/50 R15
Polo

II (1. Facelift)

1990 – 1994
Petrol, Diesel33–83 kW (45–113 PS)Manual
/ R145/70 R13145/80 R13155/70 R13165/65 R13175/60 R13175/65 R13155/65 R14165/55 R15175/50 R15
Polo

Polo III

1994 – 2001
Petrol, Diesel33–88 kW (45–120 PS)Manual / Automatic
155/70 R13175/65 R13185/55 R14185/60 R14185/55 R15195/45 R15
Polo

III (1. Facelift)

1999 – 2001
Petrol, Diesel37–92 kW (50–125 PS)Manual / Automatic
155/70 R13175/65 R13185/55 R14195/45 R15
Polo

IV

2001 – 2005
Petrol, Diesel40–96 kW (54–131 PS)Manual / Automatic
155/70 R13175/65 R13165/70 R14185/55 R14185/60 R14185/55 R15195/45 R15195/55 R15195/50 R16205/45 R16
Polo

Polo IV (1. Facelift)

2005 – 2009
Petrol, Diesel40–132 kW (54–179 PS)Manual / Automatic
165/70 R14185/60 R14195/55 R15205/45 R16205/40 R17215/40 R17
Polo

Polo V

2009 – 2014
Petrol, Diesel, LPG44–162 kW (60–220 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/70 R14185/60 R15195/55 R15215/45 R16215/40 R17215/35 R18
Polo

Polo V (1. Facelift)

2014 – 2017
Petrol, Diesel44–141 kW (60–192 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/60 R15215/45 R16215/40 R17
Polo

VI

2017 – 2021
Petrol, Diesel, CNG, Erdgas / Super48–152 kW (65–207 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/70 R14185/65 R15195/55 R16215/45 R17
Polo Polo VI (1. Facelift)

Polo VI (1. Facelift)

2021 – Now
Petrol, Erdgas / Super59–152 kW (80–207 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/70 R14185/65 R15195/55 R16215/45 R17215/40 R18

For the VW Polo in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Michelin CrossClimate 2 (rated 9.1/10) and Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10). The VW Polo uses 29 tyre sizes across 12 generations. The Michelin CrossClimate 2 excels in Snow performance while the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

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Tyres for VW Polo - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for VW Polo

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for VW Polo?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for VW Polo are: Michelin CrossClimate 2 (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit VW Polo?
The VW Polo uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 145/70 R13, 155/65 R14, 165/55 R15, 175/50 R15, 145/80 R13, 155/70 R13, 165/65 R13, 175/60 R13, 175/65 R13, 185/55 R14, 185/60 R14, 185/55 R15, 195/45 R15, 165/70 R14, 195/55 R15, 195/50 R16, 205/45 R16, 205/40 R17, 215/40 R17, 175/70 R14, 185/60 R15, 215/45 R16, 215/35 R18, 185/70 R14, 185/65 R15, 195/55 R16, 215/45 R17, 215/40 R18.
How many generations does the VW Polo have?
The VW Polo has 12 generations, from 1976 to 2021.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for VW Polo?
For wet road performance on VW Polo, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Michelin CrossClimate 2 good for VW Polo?
Yes, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 is the top-rated tyre for VW Polo with a rating of 9.1/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 60% of VW Polo tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for VW Polo?
To choose the right tyres for VW Polo: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for VW Polo?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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