Volkswagen Polo Towbars

All you need to know about towbars for Volkswagen Polo

Volkswagen first introduced the Polo into their range in 1994. The Volkswagen Polo is available as a Estate, Hatchback, or Saloon. So you know you are installing the right towbar on your Volkswagen Polo, we have looked at towing capacity, electrical kits, bumper cuts and more for each variation of Volkswagen Polo below.

Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Towbars

The Volkswagen Polo Hatchback was first released in 1994. To determine which variant of Volkswagen Polo you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Nose Weight

Hatchback models made between 1994 and 2002 have a minimum nose weight of 50 kg and a maximum nose weight of 50 kg, between 2002 and 2005 have a minimum nose weight of 50 kg and a maximum nose weight of 50 kg, between 2005 and 2009 have a minimum nose weight of 50 kg and a maximum nose weight of 50 kg, between 2009 and 2014 have a minimum nose weight of 85 kg and a maximum nose weight of 85 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Hatchback to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Volkswagen Polo Hatchback

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Hatchback, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Hatchback and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Hatchback requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Hatchback can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Volkswagen dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Bumper Cuts

Hatchback models made between 1994 and 2002 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2002 and 2005 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2005 and 2009 will require a visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2009 and 2014 will require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Towing Capacity

Hatchback models made between 1994 and 2002 have a towing capacity of 800 kg to 800 kg, between 2002 and 2005 have a towing capacity of 1200 kg to 1200 kg, between 2005 and 2009 have a towing capacity of 1200 kg to 1200 kg, between 2009 and 2014 have a towing capacity of 1200 kg to 1200 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Hatchback is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Hatchback may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Volkswagen Polo Saloon Towbars

The Volkswagen Polo Saloon was first released in 1996. To determine which variant of Volkswagen Polo you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Volkswagen Polo Saloon Nose Weight

Saloon models made between 1996 and 2003 have a minimum nose weight of 50 kg and a maximum nose weight of 50 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Volkswagen Polo Saloon Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Saloon to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Volkswagen Polo Saloon

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Saloon, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Saloon and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Volkswagen Polo Saloon Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Saloon requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Saloon can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Volkswagen dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Volkswagen Polo Saloon Bumper Cuts

Saloon models made between 1996 and 2003 will require a visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Volkswagen Polo Saloon Towing Capacity

Saloon models made between 1996 and 2003 have a towing capacity of 1100 kg to 1100 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Saloon is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Saloon may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Volkswagen Polo Estate Towbars

The Volkswagen Polo Estate was first released in 1998. To determine which variant of Volkswagen Polo you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Volkswagen Polo Estate Nose Weight

Estate models made between 1998 and 2003 have a minimum nose weight of 50 kg and a maximum nose weight of 50 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Volkswagen Polo Estate Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Estate to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Volkswagen Polo Estate

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Estate, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Estate and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Volkswagen Polo Estate Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Estate requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Estate can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Volkswagen dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Volkswagen Polo Estate Bumper Cuts

Estate models made between 1998 and 2003 will require a visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Volkswagen Polo Estate Towing Capacity

Estate models made between 1998 and 2003 have a towing capacity of 1100 kg to 1100 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Estate is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Estate may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

To find specific details for your Volkswagen Polo, select your vehicle below.

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