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German auto major Volkswagen on Friday introduced a new version of its popular hatchback Polo with a 1.0 lite MPI engine, at a same starting price of Rs 5,41,800 (ex-showroom).
The 1.2 L MPI engine across the Volkswagen product offering in India will be replaced by 1.0 L MPI engine, the company said in a statement.
The 1.0 L MPI engine Polo will generate a peak power of 56 kW and a torque of 95 Nm.
"With this new introduction, we further enhance our brand proposition, providing a diverse portfolio to India's distinctive car-buyer, with multiple engine options that best suits their requirements," Volkswagen Passenger Cars India Director Steffen Knapp said.
The German-engineered hatchback now comes with improved fuel efficiency of 18.78 kilomitre per litre.
It sells models such as Polo, Vento, Jetta, Passat and the Touareg in the domestic market.
