2017 VW Polo spied completely undisguised

Up front, the all-new VW Polo's redesigned headlamps with LED signature light look sleeker and more consistent with the single-slat radiator grille. That, paired with the more aggressive bumper, which features chrome trim, gives a brawnier look to the car. Subtle creases and chrome trim make the car look premium.

The tapered roofline makes the greenhouse sleeker, and both together give a sportier appeal to the car. At the rear, the back glass leans further inwards, while the squarish tail lamps have tweaked graphics. A redesigned bumper and tailgate round up the changes at the rear.

With the latest redesign, the VW Polo has switched from the PQ25 platform to the lighter, safer and electrification-ready MQB A0 Global platform. Volkswagen is expected to offer it with a variety of naturally aspirated/turbocharged petrol engines with displacements ranging from 1.0- to 2.0-litre. These include the 1.5-litre TSI unit from the 2017 VW Golf and a 2.0-litre TSI unit producing around 200 hp in the GTI variant. European markets reportedly get two TDI diesel engines – 1.2L and 1.6L. Transmission choices will be 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual and 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

The 2017 VW Polo will enter production at the Navarra plant in Spain next month and go on sale in Europe in H2 2017.