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How much does it cost to run the 2009–2013 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV?

Generation 2009–2013

Average monthly cost

201 €6% more expensive than average

At 15,000 km a year, 1.4 Petrol 140 CV version. On top of that, it loses around 1.155 € in value a year. Worked out as if just bought: if it's second-hand, choose its age in «Work out my case».

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Volkswagen Polo (2009–2013)
DGT C stickerCPetrol

Quick facts

Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV specs

FuelPetrol
Power140 CV103 kW
Real-world consumption5,8 l/100 kmOfficial (NEDC): 4,6 l/100 km
Engine size1.395 cm³4 cylinders
DGT C stickerCDGT eco stickerC106 g/km of CO₂ (NEDC)
Fiscal horsepower10,73Band: 8 to 11.99 · official tax office figure
Weight1.214 kg
New price16.700 €2026 tax office tables: 15.900 € to 17.500 € depending on trim

Every Volkswagen Polo version, by generation

Volkswagen Polo (since 2021)Current Volkswagen Polo (since 2021)6 versions
Volkswagen Polo (2018–2020)Volkswagen Polo (2018–2020)12 versions
Volkswagen Polo (2014–2017)Volkswagen Polo (2014–2017)10 versions
Volkswagen Polo (2009–2013)Volkswagen Polo (2009–2013)13 versions
Volkswagen Polo (2005–2008)Volkswagen Polo (2005–2008)8 versions · estimated data (before 2010)
Volkswagen Polo (2002–2004)Volkswagen Polo (2002–2004)6 versions · estimated data (before 2010)
Volkswagen Polo (2000–2001)Volkswagen Polo (2000–2001)6 versions · estimated data (before 2010)

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Your monthly cost

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201 €2.408 € a year

  • Fuel1.559 € a year130 €/month
  • Insurance346 € a year29 €/month
  • Maintenance300 € a year25 €/month
  • Tyres161 € a year13 €/month
  • Road tax34 € a year3 €/month
  • ITV9 € a year1 €/month

Indicative insurance for a average driver: 40 years old, 15+ years with a licence, no claims. Each insurer calculates in its own way. ·

Separately: what it loses in value

You don't pay it every month, but you notice it when you sell. In 5 years it will lose around 5.775 € (1.155 € a year) and you'd sell it for around 10.925 €.

All in, owning this car costs you 297 € a month.

Real-world consumption
5,8 l/100 km
Fuel price
1,78 €/l
Road tax
34,08 €/year
Fiscal horsepower
10,7

Without your municipality, we use the legal minimum tax and fuel at the national average.

Your monthly cost201 €

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At the garage

Garage prices for your Polo

What each job usually costs in your province: cheap, typical and expensive. So you know if a quote is too high.

For the Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV, VAT included.

  • Service with oil and filters

    Every year or 15,000-30,000 km

    Cheap80 €Typical115 €Expensive160 €

  • Timing belt kit

    Every 5-10 years or 90,000-200,000 km

    Cheap275 €Typical365 €Expensive510 €

  • Clutch

    Usually between 120,000 and 200,000 km

    Cheap360 €Typical480 €Expensive660 €

  • Front brake pads

    Every 30,000-50,000 km

    Cheap65 €Typical95 €Expensive135 €

  • Front brake discs and pads

    Every 60,000-100,000 km

    Cheap165 €Typical225 €Expensive310 €

  • 12 V battery

    Every 4-6 years

    Cheap100 €Typical135 €Expensive175 €

  • Front shock absorbers

    Every 80,000-120,000 km

    Cheap200 €Typical280 €Expensive380 €

  • Air conditioning recharge

    When it isn't cooling well

    Cheap60 €Typical95 €Expensive135 €

  • 4 tyres fitted

    Every 40,000 km approx.

    Cheap320 €Typical430 €Expensive640 €
  • Cheap Local garage, equivalent parts
  • Typical Chain or independent multi-brand garage
  • Expensive Main dealer, original parts

Approximate price: typical labour hours × the garage's hourly rate + parts, adjusted to your area. Always ask for a written quote.

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Long term

What you'll have spent

What the Volkswagen Polo will have cost you in running costs, depending on how many years you keep it. From year five, the garage bills go up a bit and the ITV comes round more and more often.

After 5 years

12.042 € · 201 €/month

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Future value

What will the Volkswagen Polo be worth?

A 2013 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV is worth around 6.800 € today. In 2031 it will be worth around 5.100 €: this year it loses 400 € (33 € a month).

In 5 years (2031)

5.100 €

That year it loses 300 € (−6 %)

For the tax office (10 % of its new price)

1.670 €

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    Questions

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does the Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV cost to run per month?+

    At 15,000 km a year, the Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV costs around 201 € a month (2.408 € a year) in fuel, insurance, maintenance, tyres, road tax and ITV. On top of that, bought new it loses around 1.155 € in value each year.

    What is the Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV's real-world fuel consumption?+

    Its official figure is 4,6 l/100 km on the NEDC cycle, the pre-2018 one. In real use we estimate about 5,8 l/100 km: cars of its time really used around 28% more than their official figure, according to the ICCT.

    How many fiscal horsepower (CVF) does the Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV have?+

    10,73 CVF according to the tax office tables, so it pays road tax in the 8 to 11.99 fiscal horsepower band. The exact amount depends on your council.

    Which DGT eco sticker does the Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Petrol 140 CV get?+

    The C label, as a petrol car from 2009–2013.

    Data from 15/10/2026. How we calculate it. This version was registered 149 times in Spain (2013), according to the European Environment Agency.