This new Eclipse model features exclusive exterior enhancements, which can be distinguished by silver side mirror housings, stylish 16-inch Mistral alloy wheels, Eclipse badges at the back and side, lowered suspension and a chrome strip on the boot and side. The interior features include the centre console that is painted in steel graphite, partial leather on the steering wheel and gear lever and Global seat trim.

The Vivo Eclipse gets Volkswagen’s trusty little 1.4-litre engine, which develops 63kW and 132Nm of torque; power is sent to the front wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.

Prices (VAT and emissions tax included)

1.4 63 kW Eclipse Hatch                          R168 600

1.4 63 kW Eclipse Sedan                         R174 600

Polo Vivo Eclipse (Hatch and Sedan) come standard with a three-year/120 000km warranty and a six-year Anti Corrosion warranty; a five-year/60 000km Volkswagen automotion maintenance plan as well as a five-year/60 000km service plan are available as options. The service interval is 15 000km.