Does the Polo Have One-Touch Window Control?

[HarperLynn]

Polo has one-touch window control, which refers to a system where the car's window glass can be fully raised or lowered with a single press of a button. Vehicles equipped with one-touch window control have a two-stage window switch. The first position functions like a standard power window, while pressing and releasing the button at the second position will automatically fully open or close the window. The Polo is a compact car under SAIC Volkswagen, with dimensions of 4053mm in length, 1740mm in width, and 1449mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2564mm. The Polo is powered by a 1.5L engine, paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 1.5L engine delivers a maximum output power of 83 kW, a peak torque of 145 Nm, and a top speed of 190 km/h.

[VonWalter]

I drive a 2021 Polo Comfort edition, and indeed the driver's window has one-touch up/down, while the other three windows require holding the switch to operate. This design is quite reasonable since the driver's window is used most frequently. My friend's higher-trim Polo supports one-touch operation for all four windows, even the sunroof can be opened/closed with one touch. If you particularly care about this feature when buying a car, I recommend checking the configuration sheet in advance. You can also modify it later by adding a module for a few hundred bucks to enable this function. However, holding the switch for a long time to operate the windows can be quite tiring for the fingers, especially during traffic jams when you need to do it repeatedly. Auto start-stop is standard across all trims, but unfortunately, the windows don't get the same generous treatment.

[MadisonMarie]

The base model of the Volkswagen Polo usually only comes with one-touch up/down for the driver's window, while the four-window feature is reserved for higher trims. During a test drive last week, the salesperson mentioned that the entry-level 2023 model still maintains this setup, but the luxury version now supports one-touch operation for all four windows. The principle behind one-touch windows is quite simple—just press the button once to trigger the automatic full process. This feature is incredibly handy when entering/exiting parking lots or paying at highway tolls, eliminating the need to hold the button down and wait. Some owners have reported that the motor noise during prolonged window lifting can be quite loud, especially after extended use. If the budget allows, opting for the higher trim directly saves hassle, or installing an aftermarket module is also a convenient option.

[AlexRose]

The one-touch window control on the Polo depends on the specific configuration. My cousin's 2019 Polo only has one-touch down for the driver's window, not even one-touch up. The top trim of the newer model supports all four windows, while the mid trim might only have it for the driver's seat. In actual driving, one-touch down is indeed convenient, like when swiping cards at the residential gate without distracting operations. But be mindful of waterproofing—once after heavy rain, my window got stuck during operation, and it took half an hour at the dealership to clean the tracks. Volkswagen's configuration strategy is quite similar to Japanese cars, saving costs on base models by only equipping the driver's side. If you often carry passengers, consider higher trims or aftermarket installation, otherwise rear passengers will find it very inconvenient to operate.

[McCorey]

As a decade-long Polo owner, having driven models from the 2014 to 2021 versions, the one-touch window operation has seen noticeable improvements. In earlier years, only the driver's window had one-touch down functionality, while raising required manual operation. The newer mid-range models now feature full one-touch up/down for the driver's window, with premium trims even offering four-window functionality. This feature pairs particularly well with remote keys - holding the unlock button simultaneously lowers all windows for ventilation. However, be cautious letting children play with this in hot weather; once my son accidentally pressed it and nearly got our house keys tangled in the window. Note that the auto function only activates when pressing the button firmly to its limit - light presses trigger manual control. For those seeking full vehicle configuration, the used car market has abundant post-2018 premium trim options available.