Category: Superminis 
Price Range: £12,460 to £12,960
Neat shape, smart interior, strong quality, brilliant residual values, TDI engine.
Handling and ride lagged behind the best rivals.
Competitive, but embarrassed by Skoda's Fabia.
Superminis have suffered the least in used-car price drops, and the Polo holds its value better than nearly any rival. Its reputation as a quality product is a strong currency in the second-hand market, and the Polo's relatively high prices new are reflected in the used values. You won't find a bargain, but you'll find a good long-term bet.
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