and VW ID.3. ID.3 HARLEKIN, 2024 Developed from a spontaneous idea, the modern Harlekin was created in the workshop in Halle 77. GOLF III HARLEQUIN, 1996 Volkswagen also launched a ‘Harlequin’ model in the US. HARLEKIN MADE IN DORTMUND Marco Degenhardt, an enthusiast with a passion for iconic and special vehicles, designed the electric models in a four-colour look. 1918 50 YEARS OF POLO HARLEKIN V A R I A N T 1 9 9 7 The third Polo generation was launched in Europe in 1994. This served as the basis for the Polo Variant, which made its debut in 1997. The five-door model went down in the product line’s history as a genuine space miracle – the stowage capacity increased from 390 to 1,250 litres when the rear bench seat was folded down. The third generation of the Polo was updated in 1999 – the Variant was then optionally available with Electronic Stability Control ESC. The Polo Variant remained in the range until 2001. F U N 2 0 0 4 The Polo Fun was a lifestyle-oriented model that made a clear statement: the new Lime exterior paintwork underlined its progressive styling. As a contrast, the entire lower vehicle contour featured a dark matt paint finish. The suspension was raised by around 20 millimetres, thus creating an off-road appearance. The interior also radiated joie de vivre: from the interior equipment in Space Lime or Space Grey, to the instrument cluster with chrome rings and aluminium-look pedals. In 2006, the CrossPolo replaced the successful Fun. With the generation change, the vehicle continued its journey with a new look and later became the T-Cross. D E R B Y 1 9 7 7 A Polo with a notchback. The Derby demonstrated what perfect basic mobility could look like: compact, plenty of space, a low purchase price, and economical to run. Based on the Polo I, it was launched in 1977 with a huge boot (515 litres) and at a good 30 cm longer than the squareback model. In the second generation, the Derby became the “Polo notchback” from 1985.