Source type: Volkswagen South Africa official specification sheet
Volkswagen Polo vs Suzuki Swift Sport
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Volkswagen Polo
2.0 GTI 147kW DSG
Petrol
Current
ZAR 585,800
ex-showroom
⚡ 147 kW
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 18.9 km/l
VS
Suzuki Swift Sport
1.4 Turbo AT
Petrol
6-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 493,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 103 kW
🔧 230 Nm
⛽ 15.6 km/l
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Decision summary
Volkswagen Polo vs Suzuki Swift Sport: the short answer
Polo and Swift Sport are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Polo starts ZAR 96,100 cheaper
Polo from ZAR 373,800 · Swift Sport from ZAR 469,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Polo147 kW | Swift Sport103 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Polo320 Nm | Swift Sport230 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Polo2000 cc | Swift Sport1373 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Polo18.9 km/l | Swift Sport15.6 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Polo133 mm | Swift Sport130 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
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Polo
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Swift Sport
Strengths
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Polo
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Swift Sport
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2018 | 2019 |
| Generation | Sixth generation Polo on MQB-A0 platform | ZC33S-series Swift Sport — third generation of the Sport nameplate globally; K14D BoosterJet replaces the naturally-aspirated M16A used in the previous generation; significant step change in performance and specification over the prior model |
| Facelift History | Facelift in 2022 with updated tech and styling | Current K14D BoosterJet-engined Swift Sport generation launched in SA in 2019; AT variant added to the SA range in 2021; no major mechanical updates since launch; specification aligned with global ZC33S series |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2022 | 2021 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Color Note | White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red | Champion Yellow, Super White Pearl, Speedy Blue, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | 4x2 configuration for the local line-up | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.4 Turbo AT |
| Model Year | Current | 2026 |
| Production Status | published | published |
| Segment | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1247 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4074 mm | 3890 mm |
| Width | 1751 mm | 1735 mm |
| Height | 1431 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2549 mm | 2450 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 133 mm | 130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 37 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 305 l | 265 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1247 kg | 990 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1780 kg | 1390 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 10.6 m | 4.8 m |
| Payload Capacity | - | 420 kg |
| Front Legroom | - | 1032 mm |
| Rear Legroom | - | 890 mm |
| Front Headroom | - | 965 mm |
| Rear Headroom | - | 962 mm |
| Number of Rows | - | 2 rows |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1501 mm | 1510 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1484 mm | 1510 mm |
| Front Suspension | Not Available | MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned |
| Rear Suspension | Not Available | Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers |
| Power Steering | Standard | Electric Power Assisted Sport Tuned (EPAS) |
| Chassis Type | - | HEARTECT Sport Monocoque |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring — Sport Rate |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring — Sport Rate |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Uprated 16mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Bilstein Sport Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Front Suspension Type | Not Available | MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Available | Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Bilstein Sport Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | HEARTECT Sport Monocoque |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Standard | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | Not Available | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Smart Key System |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Push Button Start |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 305 l | 579 l |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Standard | 1 x 12V Socket |
| AC Type | Standard | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Climate Zones | Standard | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Front Armrest | Centre console | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | Standard | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.3 | 6.4 |
| Multi Function Steering | Standard | - |
| Skid Plates | Not Available | Not Available |
| Air Conditioning | Standard | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Standard | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Standard | Manual Air Conditioning |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | Standard | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | polo | swift-sport |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Trim Level | flagship | flagship |
| Variant Role | Performance-focused derivative | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 8.5 sec |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection (DI) — BoosterJet |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| TPMS | Not Available | Standard |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Seat Type | - | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | 4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Smart Key System |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Smart Key System |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart Key System |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Push Button Start |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Push Button Start |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Sound System | Not Available | 4 |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Rear Wing | - | Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Spare Wheel | Not Available | Space Saver Spare |
| Rim Size | Not Available | 17 Inches |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Uprated 16mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Sub Frame | - | HEARTECT Sport Monocoque |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Push Button Start |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Smart Key System |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Smart Key System |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Smart Key System |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Push Button Start |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 305 l | 579 l |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Not Officially Disclosed | 1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | K14D |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2000 cc | 1373 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Officially Disclosed | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Direct Injection (DI) — BoosterJet |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 74 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 79.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 147 kW | 103 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 117.9 kW/tonne | 104 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 256.6 Nm/tonne | 232.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | DCT | 6-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Drivetrain Layout | 4x2 | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Sport Paddle Shifters on Steering Column |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | 4.062:1 |
| Number of Gears | Not Applicable | 6 |
| Transmission Type | Dual-Clutch Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | DCT | 6-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Drivetrain | 4x2 | Two-wheel drive |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Sport Paddle Shifters on Steering Column |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | DCT | 6-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Applicable | 6 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.5 |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 18.9 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| City Mileage | 15.2 km/l | 12.2 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 22.3 km/l | 18.2 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Applicable | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 18.9 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 40 | 37 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Traction Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Available | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Available | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Available | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Standard | Not Available |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Not Available | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Not Available | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Not Available | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| TCS | Not Available | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking with Smart Key |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Cloth | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Standard | Electric Power Assisted Sport Tuned (EPAS) |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Front Armrest | Centre console | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1370 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1345 mm |
| Steering Wheel Material | Standard | Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | 1 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Applicable | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Fabric Seats | Cloth | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Applicable | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Digital cockpit, infotainment screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, quality cabin materials | Alcantara sports seats with red stitching, flat-bottomed sport steering wheel, 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, sport-specific instrument display with boost gauge and oil temperature, dual exhaust |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black | 1 |
| Floor Mats | Standard | - |
| Interior Colours | Black | 1 |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Rear Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | 4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 579 |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | SYNC | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Not Available | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Available | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Not Available | 4 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | 4.2-inch Colour LCD |
| USB Ports | Not Available | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen Size | SYNC | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Screen | SYNC | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Connected Services | SYNC | Standard |
| Touchscreen | SYNC | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Multi Information Display | - | 4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display |
| Infotainment Display | - | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Display Audio | - | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Audio Speakers | Not Available | 4 |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Available | Wired Android Auto |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Available | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 4 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 5 |
| Headlights | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Headlamps | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Led Headlights | Not Available | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Available | LED DRLs |
| DRL | Not Available | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | - | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Wading Depth | - | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 17 deg |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | 0 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 133 mm | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 133 mm | 130 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Available | 195/45 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Available | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Available | Solid Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | Space Saver Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | Not Available | 17 Inches |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Conventional Handbrake |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Standard | Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Standard | Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 300 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 259 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 81 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | Y |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Solid Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Not Available | Space Saver Spare |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Space Saver Spare |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/45 R17 |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 17 Inches |
| Wheel Diameter | Not Available | 17 Inches |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 121 g/km | 147 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Petrol | 95 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | Not Available | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Idle CO2 Output | 121 | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 121 | 147 |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 70 dB |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | 3 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty | 3 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | 3 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | Not Available | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,500–R3,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | Not Available | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Available | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | South Africa market model | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 585800 ZAR | 493900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Active local lineup | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 585800 | 493900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 585800 | 493900 |
| Spec | Polo | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 9.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Polo and Swift Sport comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Polo 60 vs Swift Sport 50.
Efficiency index: Polo 71 vs Swift Sport 60.
Safety-equipment index: Polo 81 vs Swift Sport 87.
Practicality index: Polo 55 vs Swift Sport 50.
Ownership-cover index: Polo not separately scored vs Swift Sport 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Polo leads by 3 points
Polo and Swift Sport are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
66
/100
Lead
3
points
Data
59%
source coverage
66
#1
Evidence leader
Polo
59% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 81
Check
Practicality 55
Performance
60
Efficiency
71
Safety
81
Practicality
55
Leads by 3 points
63
#2
Swift Sport
89% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 87
Check
Performance 50
Performance
50
Efficiency
60
Safety
87
Practicality
50
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Polo +10
Efficiency
Polo +11
Safety
Swift Sport +6
Practicality
Polo +5
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Polo
Performance
60/100
Efficiency
71/100
Safety
81/100
Practicality
55/100
Swift Sport
Performance
50/100
Efficiency
60/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
50/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Volkswagen Polo
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 63 pts for Swift Sport
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Polo leads. However, Swift Sport may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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Polo vs Swift Sport questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.