German automaker Volkswagen has launched a limited edition Polo sedan AllStar in Russia (popularly known as Vento in India) priced at 599,500 rubles (Approx Rs 6.3 lakh). The special edition model is offered in a special copper orange metallic shade. Mechanically, there are no upgrades while changes are restricted to cosmetic and feature upgrades.
The Volkswagen Vento AllStar edition gets door sill guards, chrome embellishments and a stylish ‘AllStar’ badge on the B-pillar. Inside, the sedan comes with leather wrapped steering wheel with integrated controls, exclusive seat covers, fabric floor mats, 2-DIN music system with 4 speakers, fabric floor mats, central armrest and metal pedals. Additionally the vehicle also gets electrical ORVMs with heating function and an optional anti-theft system.
The special edition Vento AllStar is powered by the existing 1.6-litre petrol engine in two tunes – 84bhp mated to a five-speed manual transmission, while the 103bhp variant comes mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Recently, test mule of the Polo AllStar edition was spotted in India, thereby hinting at its possible launch sometime soon.
