The Volkswagen Polo is a supermini hatchback and sedan produced by German manufacturer Volkswagen, sitting below the Golf in the model lineup. Sizes vary by generation, with the current Polo (2021-2024, AE) taking a 26 inch (650mm) blade on the driver side and an 18 inch (450mm) blade on the passenger side, while earlier generations use sizes ranging from 19 inch (475mm) up to 26 inch (650mm). Front wiper connector type and rear wiper fitment also vary by generation, ranging from J-Hook to Slim Push Button connectors, with some generations and body types fitted with a rear wiper and others not. Find your vehicle year in the table below.

Hatchback (6N)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
1996 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
1997 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
1998 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
1999 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2000 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2001 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now

Sedan (6N)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
1996 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
1997 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
1998 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
1999 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2000 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2001 19" (475mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (9N)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2002 21" (525mm) 17" (425mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (9N Facelift)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2003 21" (525mm) 17" (425mm) Buy Now
2004 21" (525mm) 17" (425mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (9N3)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2005 21" (525mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2006 21" (525mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2007 21" (525mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2008 21" (525mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2009 21" (525mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now
2010 21" (525mm) 19" (475mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (6R)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2010 24" (600mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2011 24" (600mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2012 24" (600mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2013 24" (600mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2014 24" (600mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2015 24" (600mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2016 24" (600mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (AW)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2017 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2018 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2019 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2020 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (AE)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2021 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2022 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2023 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2024 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now

Frequently Asked Questions

What size wiper blades does a Volkswagen Polo take?

Wiper blade sizes for the Volkswagen Polo depend on the generation and body type. The current Polo (2021-2024, AE) takes a 26 inch (650mm) driver side blade and an 18 inch (450mm) passenger side blade, while earlier models from 1996 through 2020 use sizes ranging from 19 inch (475mm) up to 26 inch (650mm). Checking the table above by vehicle year confirms the exact size needed.

Does the Volkswagen Polo have a rear wiper?

Rear wiper fitment varies by generation and body type on the Volkswagen Polo. The 6N Hatchback, 9N Facelift, 9N3, 6R, AW and AE variants are fitted with a rear wiper blade as standard, while the 6N Sedan and 9N (2002) variants are not fitted with a rear wiper. The table above lists the exact fitment for each Polo generation.

What wiper connector does the Volkswagen Polo use?

The Volkswagen Polo has used several different front wiper connectors over the years. Early 6N models use a J-Hook connector, the 9N and 9N Facelift use a Side Lock connector, the 9N3 uses a Push Button connector, and the 6R, AW and AE generations use a Slim Push Button connector. Confirming the exact generation is important before ordering replacement blades.

Why was the Volkswagen Polo 9N only sold for one model year before the facelift?

The Volkswagen Polo 9N generation was only sold in Australia for the 2002 model year before the facelift version was introduced in 2003, making it one of the shortest production runs across the Polo lineup. Owners of a 2002 model should select the 9N (2002) option to ensure a correct fit, since sizing differs from both the earlier 6N and the later 9N Facelift.

How often should I replace Volkswagen Polo wiper blades?

Wiper blades on a Volkswagen Polo typically need replacing every 6 to 12 months, depending on driving conditions and exposure to sun and weather. Signs that new blades are needed include streaking, squeaking, or reduced clearing performance across the windscreen.

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