How much is a 2019 Volkswagen PoloDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2019 Volkswagen PoloDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €13,975, based on 7 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2019 Volkswagen Polo depreciate per year?

A Volkswagen Polo loses roughly 16.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2019 Volkswagen Polo from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2019 Volkswagen PoloDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2019 Volkswagen PoloDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Volkswagen Polo2019

Diesel

€13,975ROI listing median

NI import est.€15,322

ROI cheaper by ~€1,347

29 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A6 (96–100 g/km) (14%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€13k – €14k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 11h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€13,975

private sale ~€12,879 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€9,441 – €11,464

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

134k km

typical 124k km

Days listed

29d

avg on market · demand 48/100

AI Market Summary

Diesel engine solid and frugal, but DPF regeneration requires regular motorway miles — urban-only drivers face costly clogs and cleaning bills.
Fairly priced at median; check comparable petrol Polos (2019) to confirm diesel premium justified for your actual mileage pattern.
EGR valve carbon build-up common on these; rough idle or emission warning lights are red flags — request full service history proof.
Before buying, drive 30+ minutes on motorway to force DPF regeneration and listen for warning lights or limp-mode symptoms.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Verified spec data

Power

79 bhp

80 PS

Torque

230 Nm

170 lb·ft

0–62 mph

12.9s

109 mph top

Engine

1.6L

1600 cc

Boot space

351L

1125L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

76.3 mpg

3.7 L/100km

Urban

65.7 mpg

Extra urban

83.1 mpg

CO₂

97 g/km

EURO 6

NOx

62 mg/km

Import levy: €530

Fuel tank

40L

Dimensions

Length

4.05m

4053 mm

Width

1.95m

Height

1.46m

Wheelbase

2.55m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 96% · Child 85%

Insurance

Group 6E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Volkswagen Polo 2019

Reliability

3/5

The 2019 VW Polo diesel offers decent reliability for a compact hatchback, with a proven 1.6 TDI engine that is generally robust and efficient. However, DPF issues and occasional electrical gremlins are not uncommon, particularly on higher-mileage examples. Parts are affordable and servicing is straightforward at independent garages, making it reasonable value for a used car.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and regeneration issues, especially on cars with short urban driving patterns
EGR valve carbon build-up causing rough idle and increased emissions
Diesel injector scaling and potential fuel system corrosion on older fuel tanks
Occasional electrical faults including dashboard warning light glitches and infotainment screen freezing
Water ingress into door seals and window regulators causing electrical short circuits
Turbocharger boost pressure sensor failures leading to limp-mode activation