Geely E5 Electric vs Volkswagen Polo Sedan
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Geely E5 Electric
Apex Plus
Electric
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 788,888
ex-showroom
⚡ 160 kW
🔧 320 Nm
VS
Volkswagen Polo Sedan
1.0 Style Tiptronic AT
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 483,700
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 175 Nm
⛽ 18.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Geely E5 Electric vs Volkswagen Polo Sedan: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Polo Sedan starts ZAR 317,399 cheaper
E5 Electric from ZAR 699,999 · Polo Sedan from ZAR 382,600
Five key differences
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| Specification | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | E5 Electric160 kW | Polo Sedan70 kW |
| Maximum Torque | E5 Electric320 Nm | Polo Sedan175 Nm |
| Engine Size | E5 ElectricNot Applicable | Polo Sedan999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | E5 ElectricNot Applicable | Polo Sedan18.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | E5 Electric173 mm | Polo Sedan130 mm |
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Volkswagen Polo Sedan
1.0 Style Tiptronic AT
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2018 |
| Generation | Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published | AW/BW Polo-based sedan – current generation since 2018 |
| Facelift History | No applicable South African facelift history established | Facelift update in 2022 with refreshed styling and updated infotainment |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | Sedan |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Passenger vehicle | Sedan |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Color Note | - | White Silver, Reflex Silver, Deep Black, Flash Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1125 kg |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4615 mm | 4440 mm |
| Width | 1901 mm | 1699 mm |
| Height | 1670 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2552 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 173 mm | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 461 l | 460 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1815 kg | 1125 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 1555 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Seating Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 5.3 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric motor | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Direct Injection Turbocharged |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW | 70 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Front | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 183 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 sec | 10.9 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Economy, Normal, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 62.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 155.6 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 68.39 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | LFP Short Blade | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 450 km (WLTP) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 11 kW | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | 100 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 20 min | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 7-Speed DSG |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 7-Speed DSG |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 7-Speed DSG |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 18.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 14 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 20 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 18.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Officially Disclosed | 45 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Rear seats | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Not Available |
| AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 6 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | 60/40 Split |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Standard |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 4 |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Armrest Front | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Composition Media infotainment, rear camera, cloth seats, air conditioning |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Interior Colours | - | 4 |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Single-zone Automatic |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Standard |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof with power shade | Standard |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Single-zone Automatic |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 460 l |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Single-zone Automatic |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Doors |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Front Armrest | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.3 |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic sunroof with power shade | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Standard |
| Voice Command Support | - | Standard |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.9 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Single-zone Automatic |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection Turbocharged |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Standard |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Single-zone Automatic |
| Mirror | - | All Doors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Standard |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Rim Size | 19-inch alloy wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Sonar | - | Rear |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | polo-sedan |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Standard |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Standard |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| Audio System | - | 6 |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Standard |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Standard |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Snowy White, Frost Grey, Jade Green, Basil Green, Mica Blue, Obsidian Black | 4 |
| Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Body Type | - | Sedan |
| DRL | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | LED |
| Front Fog Lights | - | LED |
| Led Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 4 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Doors |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED |
| Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Headlight Type | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 130 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 195/55 R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch alloy wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Wheel Type | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch alloy wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Wheels | - | 16-inch Alloy |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Independent suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 118 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 118 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 118 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 6 years / 120,000 km | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | top | Top |
| Price Zar | 788888 ZAR | 483700 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 788888 | 483700 |
| Starting Price Zar | 788888 | 483700 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 2 |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 2 |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 2 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Not Available |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 2 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Not Available |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 8 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This E5 Electric and Polo Sedan comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
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Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.
What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
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E5 Electric vs Polo Sedan questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.