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Abarth 600 vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 600 or VW ID.Polo?

Abarth 600 vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

Abarth 600

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW ID.Polo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.Polo is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Abarth 600 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,567 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Abarth 600. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.Polo offers visibly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 110 km more than the Abarth 600.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Abarth 600 offers moderately more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Abarth 600 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the VW ID.Polo takes 6.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Abarth 600 delivers a bit more torque with 345 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.Polo is only slightly lighter – 1,568 kg compared to 1,700 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.Polo offers slightly more boot space – 441 L compared to 360 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.Polo carries considerably more – 444 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 219 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.Polo is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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ID.Polo

VW ID.Polo

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.3 - 14.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 - 454 km
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Abarth 600

The Abarth 600 is a lively, performance-oriented city hatch that pairs nimble handling with bold styling and a rorty exhaust note that makes even short trips feel engaging. Its cabin is driver-focused and practical for urban life, with a taut chassis and responsive steering that reward enthusiastic driving without sacrificing everyday usability.

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4.5 (2 Reviews)
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27 Apr 2026, 16:38:25

Both the Alpine A290 and Abarth 600e are fun cars - the first EVs to be properly engaging to drive. Despite the list price being significantly higher (but still below the critical £40k!), the Abarth is MUCH cheaper to lease... which makes the choice something of a no brainer in terms of value for money.

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VW ID.Polo

The VW ID.Polo brings classic Polo sensibility to the EV age with a calm, refined ride, an unusually large boot, and refreshingly simple controls with real buttons. It favors easygoing efficiency and family-friendly practicality over playful handling or high-speed autobahn pace, and the smaller-battery versions ask for a bit more planning on long trips.

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4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Rajczi Zoltan
5 Jun 2026, 16:19:32

Super! Batery klein.

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Abarth 600
VW ID.Polo

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 39,400 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
344 km
Electric Range
424 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,700 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,635 kg
Trunk capacity
360 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,779 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
225 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
237 - 280 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
345 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
174 - 207 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Abarth
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Abarth 600?

The Abarth 600 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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