Carsieve VW Polo VI 1.6 TDI, 95 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch (2018–2020)
- Power
- 95 PS (70 kW)
- Engine codes
- DGT
- Gearbox
- 7-speed dual-clutch
- Production years
- 2018–2020
- Running cost per month
- €400
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €13,750
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 1/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide VW Polo AW (2017-today): known problems and buying guide
Check the DQ200 gearbox pull-away and ask for proof of the free 2018 seat belt fix. Gearbox repairs can cost up to 2,800 EUR.
- Gearbox guide VW DQ200 7-speed DSG (0AM, 0CW): problems, costs and what to check
Dry DSG with a known weak mechatronic and clutch. Buy only with recall and oil-change records and a clean pump test.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear seat belt buckle recall | Model years 2018 and 2019 | Not stated | Free | Generation guide |
| EGR valve on the 1.6 TDI | 1.6 TDI diesel (EA288) | High mileage, no figure | 380-720 EUR (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Clutch wear and judder | All | 80,000 to 180,000 km | 40,000 to 55,000 RUB fitted (Russia) | Gearbox guide |
| Control unit failures | All | 50,000 to 150,000 km | about 440 EUR repair (Germany) | Gearbox guide |
| Dual-mass flywheel rattle | Cars with a dual-mass flywheel | around 150,000 km | Replaced with the clutch | Gearbox guide |
| 6th and reverse shift fork | All | – | 40,000 to 45,000 RUB labour (Russia) | Gearbox guide |
| Oil leaks | Mechatronic and gearbox joints | – | 1,500 to 2,000 EUR when the mechatronic is involved (Germany) | Gearbox guide |
| Input shaft damage | Clutch changes that kept the old pilot bearing | – | Part of the clutch job | Gearbox guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- EGR valve on the 1.6 TDI. On a high-mileage car, ask for proof that the EGR valve was cleaned or replaced. Bad result: no record of the work. The job costs 380 to 720 EUR (Germany, year not stated).
- Rear seat belt recall. Ask a dealer whether the free rear seat belt fix was done. Bad result: no record of it. Until it is done, do not use the rear middle seat.
From the gearbox guide
- Fault scan (needs a scanner). P17BF, P189C, P1895 or P0841 mean a pressure fault, usually the accumulator housing. Get a repair price or walk away.
- Pump test. Ignition on, engine off. The pump should run briefly and stop. A pump that keeps whirring points to the accumulator.
- Oil. Look at the gearbox and the undertray. Wet oil can mean a mechatronic job.
- Control unit signs. Ask about a flashing gear display, a blown gearbox fuse, or the car losing drive at a stop.
- Clutch values (needs a scanner). Read remaining clutch travel and the adaptation counters. Counters that will not adapt, or very low travel, mean a clutch job soon.
- Road test in 6th and 7th. Full throttle from 1,000 and 1,500 rpm. Engine speed that swings by up to 200 rpm means a worn clutch. Also feel for judder pulling away.
- Reverse, cold and warm. A flashing R, no reverse or a crunch is bad.
- Cold start. A rattle for 5 to 10 minutes, or in 2nd on overrun, points to the flywheel.
- Paperwork. VIN check for open recalls; for 2008 to 2013 cars, proof of the 2013 oil change; invoices for any mechatronic repair.
Running costs
| Operational | €175 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €99 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €126 |
| Total per month | €400 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €53 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 62
- 25th percentile
- €12,444
- Median price
- €13,750
- 75th percentile
- €14,900
- Median mileage
- 123,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2019
- Dealer share
- 87.1%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | – | – |
| 2020 | 25 | €13,990 | 114,849 km |
| 2019 | 20 | €13,700 | 130,000 km |
| 2018 | 16 | €12,300 | 101,500 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 62 | €13,750 | €12,444 – €14,900 | 123,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 62 | €13,750 | €12,444 – €14,900 | 123,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 13 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR Comfortline DSG | 95 PS | 2018 | €358 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR Highline DSG | 95 PS | 2018 | €358 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR beats DSG | 95 PS | 2018 | €368 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR Comfortline DSG | 95 PS | 2018–2019 | €403 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR Highline DSG | 95 PS | 2018–2019 | €403 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR beats DSG | 95 PS | 2018–2019 | €413 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR JOIN DSG | 95 PS | 2018–2019 | €403 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR IQ.DRIVE DSG | 95 PS | 2019 | €403 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR Comfortline DSG | 95 PS | 2019–2020 | €396 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR Highline DSG | 95 PS | 2019–2020 | €399 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR beats DSG | 95 PS | 2019–2020 | €409 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR IQ.DRIVE DSG | 95 PS | 2019–2020 | €400 |
| Polo 1.6 TDI SCR UNITED DSG | 95 PS | 2020 | €399 |