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VW’s Polo-based ‘baby’ SUV to launch next year

Volkswagen’s small Polo-based SUV is set to hit the market before the end of 2018. The crossover will […]

VW’s Polo-based ‘baby’ SUV to launch next year
VW’s Polo-based ‘baby’ SUV to launch next year — photographed for Leisure Wheels

Volkswagen’s small Polo-based SUV is set to hit the market before the end of 2018.

The crossover will act as VW’s entry-level SUV and rival the likes of the Renault Captur, Opel Mokka and Peugeot 2008. Based on the T-Cross Breeze concept, it will be built at the same Spanish factory as the latest Polo.

The SUV will share a platform with the Polo, as well as its small three-cylinder petrol and diesel powertrains and four-cylinder units.

A petrol-electric hybrid is also expected to be used in place of the 1.6-litre diesel mil.

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