2013 VW Polo Towing Capacity

Trim	Engine/Transmission	Braked Towing Capacity
66 TDI Comfortline	1.6-liter turbodiesel, 7-speed automatic direct-shift	1000kg / 2,205lb~
66 TDI Comfortline	1.6-liter turbodiesel, 5-speed manual	1000kg / 2,205lb~
GTI	1.4-liter petrol/gasoline, 7-speed automatic direct-shift	1200kg / 2,646lb~
77 TSI Comfortline	1.2-liter petrol/gasoline, 7-speed automatic direct-shift	1000kg / 2,205lb~
77 TSI Comfortline	1.2-liter petrol/gasoline, 6-speed manual	1000kg / 2,205lb~
Trendline	1.4-liter petrol/gasoline, 7-speed automatic direct-shift	1000kg / 2,205lb~
Trendline	1.4-liter petrol/gasoline, 5-speed manual	1000kg / 2,205lb~

How much can the 2013 VW Polo tow?

As you can see from the table of towing capacity readings above, not all of the trims can pull the same amount - some are as low as 1000kg whereas some go as high as 1200kg.

What does braked towing capacity mean?

When the manufacturer states that a towing capacity is "braked" they are referring to brakes being fitted to the trailer that the car is towing.

At least one of the axles on the trailer that the vehicle is towing must have brakes fitted and controlled by the car if they describe the capacity as "braked".