Volkswagen Polo 2017 Problems

No car is perfect, but we've gathered everything relating to the Volkswagen Polo 2017 reliability here to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

What would be the cost of replacing a gearbox pressure plate in a 2017 VW Polo?

Answered by CarsGuide 14 Jan 2025

Even though your car has no clutch pedal, its transmission is what’s called a DSG, or dual-clutch, which means it’s actually a conventional manual gearbox where a computer controls the clutch operation. That’s why it drives like an automatic yet still has a clutch assembly, part of which is the clutch pressure plate, or multiple plates in the VW’s case.

Replacing this will require the transmission to be removed, so it’s not a small or simple job. Which also means it won’t be cheap, either. The problem is that digging into a DSG transmission often reveals wear in other areas, and you might find it needs more than just a clutch late at the mileage you’ve covered.

A VW or transmission specialist should be able to do an electronic analysis of the transmission and its general health to help you make an informed decision on which way to go.

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What is the durability and re-sale value of a used car?

Answered by CarsGuide 23 Aug 2019

In terms of life expectancy and durability I would expect both to be about the same, but I would expect the Polo to have slightly better resale value than the Clio. Both are good cars, but I would choose the Renault because of its longer warranty.

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Volkswagen Polo 2017: What are the common issues with the 81TSI?

Answered by CarsGuide 14 Jan 2017

The zippy performance and handling is one of the great attractions of the Polo, it handles like a go-kart. The boot is small with the seats up, but it’s a small car and something you really have to live with. By buying a manual you avoid the issues that have plagued the DSG dual-clutch auto. The 1.2-litre engine has a timing belt, which means it needs to be changed every 105,000 km or seven years, whichever comes first.

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