What is the wading depth of the Polo?
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The wading depth of the Polo is 74 centimeters. Below is relevant information about vehicle wading: 1. Introduction to vehicle wading: Vehicle wading, as the name suggests, refers to driving through low-lying areas or roads with accumulated water. This typically occurs during rainy weather in low-lying road sections where poor drainage leads to water accumulation. 2. Precautions: Before wading, observe the road conditions carefully. While in water, maintain steady power. After wading, inspect the electrical system. If a vehicle stalls in water, the main cause is usually water entering the exhaust pipe, though in some cases, electrical damage may also occur. Once a vehicle stalls in water, do not attempt to restart it, as this may cause water to enter the intake manifold and damage the valves, potentially leading to severe engine damage. Instead, the vehicle should be towed immediately to a 4S shop for professional handling by specialists.
I think the wading depth of the Polo is between 25 to 30 cm. As a driver with years of experience who has driven many cars, for a city car like the Polo, the air intake is usually near the bumper, and water deeper than 30 cm can easily cause water ingress and engine stalling. Once after rain, I tried driving the Polo through a shallow puddle—it could pass smoothly at 30 cm, but any deeper would be problematic, especially when waves splash up and hit the engine. When wading, maintain a slow and steady speed throughout, avoid sudden braking or acceleration to prevent water from entering the exhaust pipe. If unsure about the water level, stop and check the tire height first: water not exceeding the center of the wheel hub is generally safe. Safe driving is the priority—try to detour around deep water and avoid risks. After wading, check if the brakes are responsive to prevent water-induced failure.
