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These two popular sedans do not care either a general crisis or a drop in demand. They are still kings of Russian roads and streets. They are among the best-selling car market models. With all this, they still have time to update. We are talking about sedans Hyundai Solaris and Volkswagen Polo - cars, beloved by our people, and the demand for which is unlikely to subside. We in our article will conduct a comparative review of these sedans and identify their advantages. Maybe it will turn out to reveal the secret of their popularity in our market?
Comparison of cars Hyundai Solaris and Volkswagen Polo
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Acquaintance
Let's start with the Hyundai Solaris sedan, which has everything written on its “face”. First of all, we point out sharpened triangles of headlights and inverted boomerangs of running lights. The confident "look" of the radiator grille, which has succeeded very successfully the "cartoon" and something resembling a fish past the sedan model, is also striking. Sometimes it seems that in front of you is not a Solaris, but a Toyota Corolla.
Car Hyundai Solaris
This similarity can not fail to appeal to fans of this model. In addition, buyers will like the updated taillights of this sedan now with expensive LEDs.
Приятно, что изменилась у этого седана не только «одежка». Двигатель модернизировали, и теперь покупателю можно будет выбирать между тем, что было и более мощным 123 л. с. агрегатом на 1,6 литров. Этот мотор удачно взаимодействует с МGearbox и 6 automatic transmission. И именно последняя коробка из-за преимущества езды по городским заторам и была выбрана в качестве тестируемой на этом седане.
Now the Volkswagen Polo, which updates from the outside are almost imperceptible. He had regulators of rain and light, but they can only be detected after sitting inside. Changed and the engine of the "German" - now it is affordable unit, developing 85 liters. with. power.
Car Volkswagen Polo
Жаль только, что по воле маркетологов, этот четырехцилиндровый мотор достался только самой дешевой комплектации под названием «Концептин». Сочетается этот агрегат только с МGearbox. Поэтому для теста был выбран более мощный двигатель ― 105-сильный агрегат, работающий с 6 automatic transmission. Таким образом, силы и цены этих двух седанов уравниваются и узнать, какой лучше, будет намного легче.
Tastes
Both of these sedans appear on the Russian market almost simultaneously. It was in 2010, but for some reason the Polo seems to be more older than his opponent, especially when you are inside.
Most likely, the situation of the "German" could be described as professional. Here there is a dark and hard plastic, almost all lines of the Polo interior are strict in form and have clear lines. In other words, everything is done in German too. Home comfort, so to speak, in this sedan and does not smell. But with all this, it is impossible to find more than one minus concerning ergonomics. For example, although the Polo's seats look inconspicuous, it is very comfortable to sit in them.
Chairs sedan at the same time and very functional. Their adjustments are made so well that sitting in the Polo will be comfortable for both a miniature girl and a large overall man.
Logically and correctly located buttons and "krutilki" car, as well as the air conditioner sedan. In short, the real German Volkswagen Polo!
Salon Car Volkswagen Polo
The only mystery is the lack of windows buttons on the driver's console from the rear doors of this sedan. Drives 
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Here Hyundai with the organization of the workplace driver showed the best result. Unlike the counterpart in this sedan did not save on jewelry, although simple and maybe even inexpensive. But they are. This is proved by the smooth shape of the dashboard and silver lining on the front panel.
Car Hyundai Solaris
It looks great elegant sedan steering wheel and door armrests, which dilute the gray plastic and visually refresh the entire interior. The black and blue inscriptions and icons of the displays of the music device and the air conditioner with climate control deserve praise. Earlier look irritated bright blue lights of a sedan. Now it is not at all.
Well-designed and comfortable sofa "Korean". He had previously been spacious, and now added to this advantage are convenient pockets on the upholstery of the doors of the sedan. Although the little things, but nice. But the luggage department did not change anything. No, there is nothing to complain about. It is capacious and easily “swallows” the cargo of two Ashanovsky carts. But the Polo has less loading height, which makes it easier to bring heavy load into the trunk. In addition, inferior "Korean" and "transformability." After the addition of the rear seats of the sedan to transport lengthy here is not as convenient as in the Polo. Some inconvenient step is formed, which prevents from conveniently arranging a long load.
There is such a step and the "German". It is a high box of the central tunnel and almost always hinders the third passenger from the rear, located in the middle of the Polo sofa. You can tolerate, of course, especially since even after a long road in the shoulders does not press, but it is still a shame. Neighbors left and right to go to Polo is much more convenient.
Power and character
Our test subjects behave differently and in motion. Hyundai Solaris need to add dynamics. This did not help and the new automatic transmission. Overclocking, according to passport data, the Korean with a 6-speed automatic transmission wins its predecessor in just 2/10 seconds. Recall that before the box was 4-speed.
| car model | Hyundai Solaris | Volkswagen Polo |
| body type | 5/4 sedan | 5/4 sedan |
| drive unit | front | front |
| curb weight, kg | 1154 | 1217 |
| Gearbox | 6 automatic transmission | 6 automatic transmission |
| engine's type | gasoline | gasoline |
| working volume, cm3 | 1591 | 1598 |
| maximum power, l. with. | 123 | 105 |
| maximum speed, km / h | 185 | 187 |
| acceleration time 0-100 s | 11,2 | 12,1 |
| fuel consumption, l / 100 km | 8,8/5,2 | 9,8/5,4 |
| price, ruble | 573 900 | 609 000 |
But Hyundai Solaris perfectly listens and responds to the accelerator pedal instantly. He is like a predator, sensing the moment, takes off and, without noticeable hesitation, continues to move forward, automatically dropping transmissions to lower ones for passing.
Примечательно и то, что у новой АGearbox появился ручной режим. Он позволит любителям механики вручную переключать скорости. Особой нужды в этом многие, особенно привыкшие к АGearbox, и не видят, но всякий опытный водитель докажет, что ручное переключение все-таки нужная вещь.
Hyundai Solaris test drive:
Hyundai Solaris is so vigorous that it is always capable, without straining, to get away from Polo, be it a city road or a high-speed highway. And what is most surprising, the “Korean” at the same time goes noticeably quieter. Probably, the difference in the power of engines still affects. The Korean 123-hp unit suffices traction where a 105-hp German motor needs higher revs. And Polo begins to growl like mad, feeling his weakness.
Volkswagen Polo meekly can not be called. But there are driving characteristics and he has advantages. In particular, it concerns the fighting spirit, which manifests itself in turns. The “thoroughbredness” of Polo, who dives even into the sharpest turns, willingly, without much persuasion, draws an arc like a professional draftsman, becomes noticeable.
Test Drive Car Volkswagen Polo:
The “German” is also kept more clearly on the highway, keeping to a predetermined course, like a homing rocket. At the same time, the Polo does not have a strong side wind, nor the presence of holes. The “German” shock absorbers, which skillfully filter road bumps, showed themselves better.
Hyundai Solaris in this regard is inferior to the German sedan. The chassis of the "Korean" is not so universal. Although this sedan is soft, somewhat more comfortable than the Polo, it still loses in its passion.
Not to say that Solaris behaves badly in turns. He is reliable and quite predictable, but he is far from the "German". Sensible rolls on the turns, although small, and the body shakes on the bumps, though not much. There is no “Korean” and perfect feedback on the steering wheel. But the "Korean" is equipped with omnivorous suspension, which does not succumb even in front of deep holes.
Finally
Finally, I would like to touch on the financial issue. The advantage here is for the “Korean”, who is not more accessible than his opponent in the basic version. But the difference in price is a small amount - 4 thousand rubles. If we consider the power of the engine "Korean", then this sedan becomes more attractive in terms of cost.
The result of our test is as follows; Volkswagen Polo, as a more “thoroughbred” car, showed the best performance luggage, steering and directional stability. "Korean" Polo lost in the trim, engine power, noise insulation and overall comfort.
Hyundai Solaris driving performance gave way to the "German". But with all this, it did not prevent him from winning in our comparative review. He scored 66 points, ahead of the opponent by only 4.5 points.
These two, one might say, the legendary sedan, its already proven long ago. Young competitors can easily lose their noses and their high position in the sales rating is a clear confirmation of this. Today, Hyundai Solaris offers customers more options than before. In turn, the Volkswagen Polo has become much more interesting. In any case, you decide, dear buyer, whether you pay attention to these affordable sedans precious attention or leave it as it is.
