What is the difference between Polo and Polo Vivo?
Amelia Brooks
Updated on April 02, 2026
What is the difference between Polo and Polo Vivo?
“While the difference between the two vehicles is far from massive, there is a clear winner in the resale value stake: the Polo Vivo,” said Jacobson. “It delivers a resale value of 70.66%, versus the Polo at 67.62%. This is quite incredible. It shows the power of the less expensive model and is pure economy in action.
Is the Polo Vivo a good car?
We say its stylish design, innovative features, good fuel efficiency, technology, and range of trim levels make it stand out among the lot. Today, we review prominent aspects of this small city car to better understand why it is South Africa’s best-selling car now.
What is a VW Polo Vivo?
The Polo Vivo is equipped with more digital features than any other small car in its category. The 340G radio with SD, USB, Bluetooth, App-Connect with B-sting/2 speakers and 2 tweeters are optional on the Comfortline. All these features, as well as 4 speakers and 2 tweeters, come standard on the Highline, GT and Maxx.
How big is a Polo Vivo?
3,972mm long
The new Polo Vivo is 3,972mm long, 1,682mm wide and 1,462mm tall.
How much is Polo Vivo in South Africa?
Prices and Options.
| Polo Vivo 55kW Trendline Manual | Polo Vivo 77kW Comfortline Tiptronic | |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended Retail Price | R227,900 | R270,800 |
| Metallic / Pearlescent Paint | No Cost | No Cost |
| Floor mats front and rear | R550 | R550 |
| Storage Package (front centre armrest and drawer under drivers seat) | – | R2,350 |
Why Polo Vivo is so cheap?
The Polo Vivo has had the class-leading residual value in its segment on the used car market. Nearly 76% of Polo Vivo parts are sourced from local suppliers. This ensures that parts remain affordable and contribute to the overall low cost of ownership and applies to both the outgoing and incoming models.
How long does Polo Vivo last?
Having this mileage in mind, we can comfortably say that the Volkswagen Polo lasts over six years without any trouble, including the 2 years warranty promised by the company. You can achieve this with adequate servicing.
How much is Polo Vivo monthly?
Costs
| Model | Price | Instalment |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo Vivo hatch 1.4 Trendline | R212 700 | R 3 547.70 |
| Volkswagen Polo Vivo hatch 1.4 Comfortline | R225 200 | R 3 755.19 |
| Volkswagen Polo Vivo hatch 1.6 Highline | R253 900 | R 4 235.01 |
| Volkswagen Polo Vivo hatch 1.6 Maxx | R257 600 | R 4 297.14 |
What is the difference between Polo Vivo and Polo TSI?
Sure, the new Vivo has a bit less sound proofing, but it’s hardly a noisy thing even without it. And the 1.2 TSi does have more power and torque, but the 1.4-litre in the Vivo is very cheap to keep running over a long period – certainly bound to be cheaper than the 1.2 TSi, at least.
How much is the new Polo GTI in South Africa?
Pricing for the new models is as follows: Polo 1.0 TSI 70kW Manual – R311,800. Polo Life 1.0 TSI 70kW Manual – R350,000. Polo GTI 2.0 TSI 147kW DSG – R489,400.
What is the difference between Polo Vivo and Polo TSi?
