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VW Polo vs Leapmotor T03 comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or Leapmotor T03?

VW Polo vs Leapmotor T03: Key differences

VW Polo

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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Leapmotor T03

  • marginally cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Leapmotor T03 is marginally cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the VW Polo costs 17,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,058 £.

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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 VW Polo offers considerably more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Leapmotor T03 takes 12.7 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers significantly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 158 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.

Polo

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW Polo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is marginally lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,175 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Polo offers considerably more boot space – 351 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries noticeably more – 457 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 157 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo stands well ahead of its rival 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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Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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VW Polo

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Leapmotor T03

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Price
16,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 - 148 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Curb weight
1,175 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,751 mm
Width
1,652 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
Payload
300 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Power HP
95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Torque
158 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Power kW
70 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Leapmotor
What drive types are available for the VW Polo?

The VW Polo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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