2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

The 2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC was a formidable rally car that was developed and produced by Volkswagen Motorsport. It was the successor to the successful Volkswagen Polo R WRC that had won the 2012 World Rally Championship. The car was powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, producing around 300 bhp (224 kW). The engine was mated to a six-speed sequential gearbox and drove all four wheels via a electronically-controlled, limited-slip differential.

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

The chassis of the car was based on the Volkswagen Polo hatchback and was constructed from a mixture of steel and aluminium. The suspension setup consisted of MacPherson struts at the front, and a multi-link rear suspension. The car also featured a sophisticated aerodynamic package, which included a rear diffuser and an adjustable rear wing.

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

The car made its debut at the 2013 Monte Carlo Rally, where it immediately impressed with its performance, winning the event outright. It went on to dominate the WRC for the rest of the season, winning 10 out of 13 events, and helping Volkswagen to secure their first-ever Manufacturers’ title.

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

The 2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC remained competitive for the 2014 season, with Volkswagen claiming their second consecutive Manufacturers’ title. However, the car was replaced for the 2015 season by the more powerful Volkswagen Polo R WRC 2.0.

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

Today, the 2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC is a highly sought after car by collectors and enthusiasts alike. Its combination of performance and reliability made it one of the most successful rally cars of its era, and it is still regarded as one of the most successful cars of all time.

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC

2013 Volkswagen Polo R WRC