
The Bora is available in body colors such as Polar White, Seashell Gold, Phantom Black, Rose Red, Star Blue, Agate Red, Crystal Silver, Laser Gold, Flash Silver, Magic Gray, etc. The Bora is a compact car under FAW-Volkswagen. Taking the 2021 ZhiLian Edition Bora as an example, its body dimensions are: 4663mm in length, 1815mm in width, and 1462mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2688mm. The 2021 ZhiLian Edition Bora features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.2L turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 116PS, a maximum power of 85kW, and a maximum torque of 200Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Recently, while helping a friend choose a car, I carefully studied the color options for the Bora. The current 2023 model offers four mainstream classic colors: Polar White, Manganese Black, Baikal Blue, and Star Gray, all featuring metallic paint with fine reflective particles that look particularly striking under sunlight. Occasionally, you might come across rare colors like Legend Red and Seashell Gold in 4S store inventory, but these usually require advance orders. When selecting a color, note that white is the most dirt-resistant and absorbs less heat in summer, while black, though bold, shows minor scratches more visibly. Some owners later apply color-changing wraps for personalization, but remember to register the modification. Personally, I find Baikal Blue the most premium, as it displays different shades in overcast and bright lighting conditions.

Last year, when I accompanied my cousin to pick up his Bora, we specifically compared the color charts. FAW-Volkswagen offers five standard metallic paint options for this model: Arctic White is as pure as fresh snow, Manganese Black exudes a business vibe, Gulf Blue looks particularly charming in the rain, while Crystal Silver is full of technological appeal. If you opt for the R-Line sports version, it exclusively comes in Tornado Red. Actually, the paint thickness varies by grade - for instance, Star Gray has an additional clear coat protection layer compared to other colors. When selecting the color, the 4S dealership told me white is the most readily available, while niche colors often require a waiting period exceeding two months. I've seen cases where owners applied matte wraps themselves, and the registration process isn't particularly complicated.

As a Volkswagen owner for ten years, I've studied the color characteristics of previous Polo generations. The current model mainly promotes three metallic paint options: Polar White, Magic Blue, and Platinum Gray, with white accounting for over 60% of sales. Earlier models featured eye-catching colors like Laser Gold, but the 2023 version has streamlined the color palette. It's worth noting that the bright blue shown in some promotional images appears more grayish in person. I recommend checking actual vehicles in the parking lot, as showroom lighting can create up to 30% color deviation. Metallic paint costs 800 yuan more than standard paint but offers significantly better anti-aging properties. I've seen matte black modifications in car clubs, which require removing and reapplying the film for annual inspections.


