1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N Wiper Blade Size & Installation Guide
1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N Wiper Blade Size & Installation Guide
Need replacement wipers for your 1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N? This guide gives you the correct blade sizes, the OG Wipers adapter type, and the matching installation video before you buy.
Fitment checked: 1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N
1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N wiper blade sizes
| Driver side | 19" (475mm) |
|---|---|
| Passenger side | 19" (475mm) |
| Rear | 12" (300mm) |
| Adapter | Adapter Type 2 |
The OG Wipers kit for the 1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N uses a 19" (475mm) driver-side blade and a 19" (475mm) passenger-side blade. The rear blade size is 12" (300mm).
What’s included
The linked OG Wipers product is a vehicle-specific kit selected for the Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N. It is designed to remove the guesswork around blade length and connector type.
- Correct front blade sizes for this vehicle
- Rear blade fitment included where the Front & Rear kit option is available
- Adapter Type 2 installation guidance
- NZ-wide delivery from OG Wipers
Before you install
Check that your vehicle matches the year range and body/submodel shown above. If your Volkswagen Polo has a different body shape, facelift, or import variant, use the site fitment search or contact OG Wipers before ordering.
Tip: do not let the bare metal wiper arm snap back onto the glass while the old blade is removed.
Adapter Type 2 installation video
Your 1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N kit uses Adapter Type 2. Watch this matching OG Wipers adapter video before fitting the blades.
How to replace the wiper blades
- Lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen and support it carefully.
- Remove the old blade from the wiper arm. Keep one hand on the arm so it cannot spring back onto the glass.
- Fit the OG Wipers Adapter Type 2 connector if required.
- Slide or click the new blade into place until it locks securely.
- Lower the arm gently and test the wipers using washer fluid before driving.
- Repeat the process for the rear blade and test the rear wiper sweep.
Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N wiper FAQs
What size wiper blades does a 1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N use?
It uses a 19" (475mm) driver-side blade and a 19" (475mm) passenger-side blade. The rear blade is 12" (300mm).
Which adapter type do I need?
This vehicle uses Adapter Type 2 with the OG Wipers kit.
Can I buy the exact kit?
Yes. Use the 1996-2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatch 6N Wiper Blades product page to buy the exact kit linked to this guide.
What if my vehicle variant looks different?
Some imported, facelift, sedan, wagon, hatch, or rear-wiper variants can differ. If the year range or body style does not match your car, ask OG Wipers to confirm before ordering.