Volkswagen T-Roc Review 2024
Volkswagen T-Roc At A Glance
Comfortable and refined on the move. Available with lots of personalisation options. Improved interior from 2022. Wide range of engines including excellent entry-level 1.0-litre TSI.
Not as fun to drive as the SEAT Arona or Ford Puma. 2.0-litre petrol is thirsty. No hybrid model.
Insurance Groups are between 10–24
On average it achieves 87% of the official MPG figure
The Volkswagen T-Roc has been given a round of mid-life updates in 2022, improving an already popular small SUV. With a solid and practical cabin, a refined and comfortable drive and plenty of engine choices, the VW T-Roc in this review is a sensible - if unexciting - buy.
The Volkswagen T-Roc is one of those cars that sits between two sectors. It's technically a small SUV, so key rivals include the Ford Puma, SEAT Arona and Peugeot 2008, but VW also has the T-Cross to compete with those. The T-Roc is also based on the Volkswagen Golf, making it larger and more refined.
The T-Roc sits between the Taigo and Tiguan in VW's line-up, to make things even more confusing. It's almost a competitor for the Nissan Qashqai, but lines up more closely in price and size with cars such as the Honda HR-V, Renault Arkana and Mazda CX-30. Confused? We bet you are.
Wherever it fits, the T-Roc has struck a chord with buyers, and in a bid to increase that desirability it's been given a mid-life facelift. The range starts from £25,000, with the regular T-Roc strange now split into just three core trim levels: Life, Style and R-Line. All three are well-equipped, with even the most affordable Volkswagen T-Roc Life featuring an eight-inch infotainment system, 16-inch alloy wheels and a range of driver-assist systems.
The majority of T-Roc buyers opt for one of the petrol engines: there's a 1.0-litre, a 1.5 and even a 2.0-litre with four-wheel drive. The latter will be quite expensive to run so, unless you really need the reassurance of all-wheel drive, we'd look at one of the smaller engines. In fact, the little 1.0-litre is perhaps the sweetest, with eager performance and impressive refinement for a three-cylinder engine.
You can also get a diesel Volkswagen T-Roc (increasingly rare, especially in a small SUV like this). Although the T-Roc was previously offered with an underpowered 1.6-litre diesel, it's now available with a 2.0-litre with a variety of power outputs and a choice of two- or four-wheel drive as well as manual and DSG automatic gearboxes. If you need to tow a caravan with your T-Roc, the 2.0-litre TDI could be ideal.
As well as the standard T-Roc range, you can also get the hot Volkswagen T-Roc R range-topper with its 300PS petrol engine and even a T-Roc Cabriolet soft-top. The latter is a pretty unique car, harking back to the old Range Rover Evoque Convertible.
The Volkswagen T-Roc has a higher driving position than a lot of small SUVs, giving you a good view of your surroundings. It's also got a softer suspension setup than many, which helps on bumpy road surfaces (although it's not quite as rewarding to drive as a Ford Puma).
It also has a spacious interior, meaning you could use the T-Roc as your main family car. Its boot is considerably bigger than you'd find in a Volkswagen Golf, while there's an impressive amount of headroom for rear-seat passengers.
The Volkswagen badge is synonymous with quality but that was lacking slightly in early T-Roc models. There were quite a few harsh plastics and the cabin wasn't upmarket enough to tempt buyers away from alternatives like the MINI Countryman.
The 2022 facelift brought with it a redesigned dashboard with a classier finish and an improved eight-inch infotainment display, as well as an eight-inch digital instrument cluster.
These improvements mean the Volkswagen T-Roc is now more competitive than ever before, and should be high on your small SUV shortlist.
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Volkswagen T-Roc handling and engines
- Engines range from 1.0 TSI 110 to 2.0 TSI 300 R
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 29–72 mpg
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Handling and ride quality
The Volkswagen T-Roc certainly rides well and feels smoother over poor road surfaces than an Audi Q2 or MINI Countryman. It's still well controlled, though, and doesn't float all over the place or bounce over bumps.
In terms of handling, there's not much to write home about. It's exactly what you'd expect from a small SUV of this ilk. The steering is responsive enough but doesn't inspire confidence the harder you push it, while there's very little fun to be had.
Throw it into a corner and the result is more body roll than its aforementioned rivals. This is where the Ford Puma feels more sporty, but then that doesn't ride as smoothly as the T-Roc. Top models come with Dynamic Chassis Control as an option, but the differences in settings are so small, we think you're better off saving the money.
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Engines
Most buyers will be best looking for a Volkswagen T-Roc with the 1.0- or 1.5-litre petrols. The little entry-level 1.0-litre is actually a lot punchier than you might think, while it's also quieter and more refined than similar three-cylinder units used in rivals.
For motorway driving, though, go for the 1.5. We like this with the DSG automatic gearbox, although it does hesitate occasionally when trying to get a quick getaway onto a roundabout. There's also a 190PS 2.0-litre petrol available, although it's only available with 4Motion four-wheel drive which means it's quite thirsty.
Diesel offerings include a now-discontinued 1.6-litre TDI and a better 2.0-litre TDI. The latter is available with 115PS or 150PS – we'd go for the more powerful engine, which is offered with a six-speed manual or seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox.
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Safety
All Volkswagen T-Roc models now come with a range of driver assistance tech, including lane assist, adaptive cruise control and front assist – all three essentially acting as a second pair of eyes and helping to reduce the chance of a collision.
The Volkswagen T-Roc was awarded five stars when it was crash-tested by Euro NCAP in 2017. This includes an impressive 96 per cent score for adult occupants and 87 per cent for children.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 TSI 110 | - | 10.1–10.8 s | 136–146 g/km |
| 1.0 TSI 115 | 54 mpg | 9.8–10.1 s | 117–141 g/km |
| 1.5 TSI 150 | 52–53 mpg | 8.4–8.8 s | 121–146 g/km |
| 1.5 TSI 150 DSG | 51–52 mpg | 8.4–8.6 s | 123–154 g/km |
| 1.5 TSI 150 DSG 4Motion | - | 8.8 s | 145 g/km |
| 1.6 TDI 115 | 64 mpg | 10.9 s | 115–147 g/km |
| 2.0 TDI 115 | - | 10.4 s | 122–131 g/km |
| 2.0 TDI 150 | - | 8.8 s | 123–146 g/km |
| 2.0 TDI 150 4Motion | 57 mpg | 8.7 s | 132 g/km |
| 2.0 TDI 150 DSG | - | 8.8 s | 123–153 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 190 DSG 4Motion | 42 mpg | 7.2 s | 155–168 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 300 DSG 4Motion R | - | - | 176 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 300 R | - | - | 194 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Volkswagen T-Roc
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
87%
Real MPG
29–72 mpg
MPGs submitted
223
Volkswagen T-Roc interior
- Boot space is 445–1532 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of five stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4234–4236 mm |
| Width | 1819–1992 mm |
| Height | 1559–1584 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2590–2593 mm |
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Practicality
Although the Volkswagen T-Roc is a small SUV much like a SEAT Arona or Ford Puma, it punches above its weight in terms of practicality. The boot on two-wheel-drive models (that's most of them) can carry up to 445 litres of luggage, which is only fractionally less than a Nissan Qashqai or SEAT Ateca. It's a useful shape, too, while a false floor reduces the lip for lifting things over.
It's quite a wide car, which helps with interior space. Adults in the back will find their knees touching the front seats, which isn't the case in the latest Golf - the T-Roc is a little tighter in the back than the hatchback on which it's based. But there's loads of headroom thanks to that taller body.
In the front, you get big comfortable seats and a relatively high seating position – a desirable feature in a small SUV, but not one that can be taken for granted.
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Quality and finish
When the Volkswagen T-Roc first went on sale in 2018 it was a bit of a mixed bag in terms of interior quality. It didn't exactly feel cheap – but nor was it as classy as you might expect for a Volkswagen. There were quite a few hard plastics around the centre console area – great for deflecting family life, but it certainly wasn't as plush as an Audi Q2.
Volkswagen addressed this with a mid-life facelift in 2022. This included a revamped dashboard layout, with softer materials and fewer flimsy plastics. It's still not as posh inside as a BMW X2, and not quite up to the finish level of the Golf, but it's closer to the standards we'd expect for the money.
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Infotainment
Until 2022, all Volkswagen T-Roc models came with the same excellent eight-inch touchscreen system behind a large glass-encased surface. We reckon this system was one of the best around at the time, not only in the way it looks, but how easy it is to use. All models come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard.
The latest models still come with an eight-inch display, but it's now positioned higher up on the dashboard, which makes it easier to glance at on the move. You also get a digital instrument cluster as standard across the range now, which adds to the feeling of improved quality. This is an eight-inch display on the entry-level T-Roc Life, while the Style and R-Line come with a bigger 10.25-inch system.
The new infotainment is pretty easy to use still, with physical volume and scrolling knobs unlike the latest Golf. The climate control has moved to VW's latest touch sensitive controls, which are more fiddly than we'd like. But again, it works much better here in practice than it does in the Golf.
Volkswagen T-Roc value for money
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Prices
A new Volkswagen T-Roc starts from £25,810 in Life trim with the 1.0-litre petrol engine. The same specification with the 1.5 petrol engine and a manual gearbox is around an extra £1500, while a T-Roc Life 1.5 TSI DSG auto starts from a little under £29,000.
The Volkswagen T-Roc Style starts from £28,520 while the top-spec R-Line is priced from around £31,400.
It's a car that holds its value well, so you might struggle to find an exceptionally tempting deal on the used market. Early examples are currently starting from just over £15,000 – that'll get you a 2018 Volkswagen T-Roc SE with the 1.0-litre petrol engine, while a little more will pick up an SEL with the 1.6 TDI diesel engine.
Volkswagen T-Roc 2024: Running Costs
With no hybrid or electric offerings, you'll need to look at an old-fashioned diesel for the most frugal T-Roc. That's not a good idea if you cover a lot of short journeys or live in a city centre, but for high-mileage motorway drivers (or perhaps if you wish to tow a caravan), a diesel isn't a bad choice. The 2.0-litre TDI officially returns up to 60.1mpg according to WLTP fuel economy tests.
Most buyers will be better looking at the petrol models. The 1.0-litre TSI has an official combined fuel economy of up to 47.1mpg, while the 1.5-litre petrol returns 45.6mpg (44.8mpg with the DSG automatic gearbox).
Four-wheel-drive models are pretty thirsty, with the 2.0-litre TSI 4Motion 190PS DSG officially returning up to 38.2mpg.
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When it first went on sale, the Volkswagen T-Roc SE came with 17-inch alloy wheels, chrome exterior trim, LED daytime running lights, black roof rails, variable boot floor, climate control, automatic wipers, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system including DAB, USB input and Car-Net smartphone integration, adaptive cruise control, lane assist and front assist.
The Volkswagen T-Roc Design added two-zone climate control, front and rear parking sensors, auto emergency braking, composition Media infotainment system with 8-inch colour touchscreen, Car-Net ‘App Connect’, adaptive cruise control with Front Assist and City, black roof rails.
The Volkswagen T-Roc SEL added 18-inch sterling silver Arlo alloy wheel, LED headlights with signature LED daytime running light, Car-Net Security and Service and Guide and Inform, front and rear parking sensors, Active Info Display, 8-inch colour touchscreen Discover Navigation infotainment system, Car-Net ‘App Connect’.
From 2022, the Volkswagen T-Roc Life is the new entry-level model. Standard equipment includes LED headlights, an eight-inch infotainment system and eight-inch digital instrument cluster. You get a suite of driver-assistance tech including lane assist, front assist and adaptive cruise control. The T-Roc Life also comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, black roof rails and ambient interior lighting.
The Volkswagen T-Roc Style adds a bigger 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, navigation, sports comfort seats finished in ArtVelours and rear privacy glass. You also get LED Plus headlights, a bespoke rear bumper and 17-inch alloy wheels.
The Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line comes with bespoke exterior styling, 17-inch alloy wheels, sports suspension and silver roof rails. Inside, there's gloss black trim in the dashboard, stainless steel pedals and selectable drive modes.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4234–4236 mm |
| Width | 1819–1992 mm |
| Height | 1559–1584 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2590–2593 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1270–1578 kg |
| Boot Space | 445–1532 L |
| Warranty | 3 years / 60000 miles |
| Servicing | 10000–18000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £27,270–£36,595 |
| Insurance Groups | 10–24 |
| Road Tax Bands | C–J |
| Official MPG | 41.5–64.2 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 5 |
Currently on sale
On sale until April 2024
| SUV | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Life 1.0 TSi 110 2WD Start/Stop 5dr | £24,725 | - | - |
| Style 1.0 TSi 110 2WD Start/Stop 5dr | £27,360 | - | - |
On sale until June 2022
On sale until July 2021
| SUV | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.0 TSI 115PS S 5dr | - | 54.3 mpg | 10.1 s |
| 1.0 TSI 115PS SE 5dr | - | 54.3 mpg | 10.1 s |
| 1.6 TDI 115PS S 5dr | - | 64.2 mpg | 10.9 s |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS SE 5dr | £26,465 | - | 8.8 s |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS SE DSG7 5dr | £27,965 | - | 8.8 s |
| Black Edition 1.0 TSi 115 2WD Start/Stop 5dr | £23,750 | - | - |
| Black Edition 1.6 TDi 115 SCR 2WD Start/Stop 5dr | £26,385 | - | - |
| Black Edition TDi 150 SCR 2WD Start/Stop 5dr | £28,190 | - | 8.8 s |
| Black Edition TDi 150 SCR DSG 2WD Auto Start/Stop 5dr | £30,020 | - | 8.8 s |
On sale until November 2020
| SUV | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.0 TSI 115ps SEL 5dr | £22,595 | 54.3 mpg | 10.1 s |
| 1.5 TSI Evo 150ps R-Line DSG7 4Motion 5dr | - | - | 8.8 s |
| 1.5 TSI Evo 150ps SEL DSG7 4Motion 5dr | £31,360 | - | 8.8 s |
| 1.6 TDI 115ps R-Line 5dr | £27,010 | 64.2 mpg | 10.9 s |
| 1.6 TDI 115ps SEL 5dr | £25,085 | 64.2 mpg | 10.9 s |
| 2.0 TDI 150ps R-Line 4Motion 5dr | £30,775 | 56.5 mpg | 8.7 s |
| 2.0 TDI 150ps SEL 4Motion 5dr | £28,850 | 56.5 mpg | 8.7 s |
Model History
- August 2017: Volkswagen T-Roc unveiled
- April 2018: T-Roc R-Line launched
- April 2018
- August 2018: Volkswagen adds 1.6 TDI to T-Roc
- February 2019: Volkswagen T-Roc R announced
- September 2019: Volkswagen T-Roc R priced from £38,450
- October 2019: Updates for 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc
- May 2020: Volkswagen T-Roc Black Edition launched
- July 2020: Volkswagen T-Roc United edition announced
- April 2021: Volkswagen T-Roc Active special edition priced from £24,035
- February 2022: Updated Volkswagen T-Roc priced from £25,000
- August 2024: Volkswagen announces top-spec T-Roc R Black Edition, priced from £44,250
- July 2024: Volkswagen T-Roc Black Edition announced
August 2017
Volkswagen T-Roc unveiled
The optionally front-wheel or all-wheel drive T-Roc is the first Volkswagen SUV that will be available to order in two-tone paintwork with visually contrasting roof section (including the A-pillars and exterior mirror housings).
The look is enhanced by all-round, dark plastic trim, which protects the bodywork around the wheel arches and side sills, as well as the vehicle's front and rear.
Inside it gets the Active Info Display and a specific infotainment system which creates a new, digital and interactive cockpit. Via smartphone and Volkswagen Car Net it is possible to use a wide spectrum of online services and apps and to integrate the telephone and/or media library.
If all five seats are occupied, luggage space when loaded up to the top edge of the rear seat backrests totals 445 litres. The backrests can also be folded down in a 60/40 split, yielding luggage capacity of up to 1290 litres.
The T-Roc base version comes with high-tech systems such as Front Assist area monitoring with City Emergency Braking and Pedestrian Monitoring, the Automatic Post-Collision Braking System and the lane keeping system Lane Assist. Also part of the base specification are details such as air conditioning, the Composition Colour infotainment system, LED tail light cluster, visual underbody guard (black) and LED daytime running lights in the bumper.
In addition, two higher lines on a par with each other, 'Sport' and 'Style', are available in parallel for maximum personalisation of the T-Roc. While the T-Roc 'Style' is characterised by exclusive touches such as the interior's decorative panels available in a choice of four colours, the focus in the case of the T-Roc 'Sport' is on sporty features such as the standard sport comfort seats.
Like the larger Tiguan, the new T-Roc too is being offered with efficient turbocharged engines: three petrol engines (TSI) and three diesels (TDI). They are being offered partly with front-wheel drive and manual gearbox, partly with front-wheel drive, 4Motion all-wheel drive (including 4Motion Active Control as standard) and the dual clutch gearbox (7-speed DSG).
April 2018
T-Roc R-Line launched
Additions to T-Roc R-Line models include 19-inch ‘Suzuka’ alloy wheels shod with low rolling resistance tyres; sports suspension, body-coloured roof spoiler and styling pack including R-Line design front and rear bumpers, black wheel arch extensions, body-coloured side skirts and unique R-Line badging.
Inside, the T-Roc gains a black roof lining; dark grey decorative inserts in dash and door panels; front footwell illumination, front LED reading lights, Carbon Flag upholstery, chrome R-Line door sill inserts, aluminium pedals, R-Line carpet mats front and rear and a flat-bottomed R-Line leather multi-function steering wheel.
April 2018
Driver's seat lumbar support not originally available on the T-Roc is now available as an optional extra at £60.
August 2018
Volkswagen adds 1.6 TDI to T-Roc
The 1.6-litre turbodiesel comes with a six-speed manual gearbox and produces 115PS and 250Nm of torque. Although Volkswagen has yet to reveal an official fuel economy figure for the entry-level diesel, it has been tested under the new WLTP lab tests. Volkswagen's quoting an NEDC-derived CO2 emissions figure of 115g/km.
Only available as a front-wheel-drive model, buyers after four-wheel drive will have to opt for the 150PS 2.0-litre turbodiesel. Petrol buyers, meanwhile, are catered for with 1.0-, 1.5- and 2.0-litre TSI engines with power outputs ranging from 115PS to 190PS.
February 2019
Volkswagen T-Roc R announced
7-speed wet clutch DQ500 transmission and 4Motion Haldex clutchd 4WD. Has sporty features such as progressive steering, sports running gear with driving mode selection and race mode, launch control and a traction control system that can be disengaged.
Sports running gear (with lowered suspension) ensures ideal road holding. Progressive steering included as standard plays a major part in ensuring agile driving behaviour, while the 17-inch brake system previously only found in the Volkswagen Golf R Performance provides effective braking.
Driving modes include a special "race" mode for an especially sporty driving experience. Launch control feature, which provides optimal traction during acceleration while offering maximum drive torque and a corresponding stability management program. The ESC Electronic Stability Control feature can be manually switched off to ensure particularly dynamic driving on the edge.
Colour choice between Lapiz Blue Metallic or Pure White Uni, Flash Red Uni, Turmeric Yellow Metallic, White Silver Metallic, Energetic Orange Metallic, Deep Black Pearl Effect and Indium Grey Metallic. The roof can be painted black in connection with all colour options if desired.
The 19-inch Pretoria alloy wheels in Dark Graphite with 235/40 R19 tyres and an R-performance titanium exhaust system from Akrapovic.
September 2019
Volkswagen T-Roc R priced from £38,450
Orders now open for the T-Roc R, which combines 300PS with 400Nm of torque and a limited top speed of 155mph. 0-62mph is covered in 4.9 seconds.
Lightweight 19-inch Pretoria alloy wheels are fitted to the T-Roc R as standard – an upgrade over the standard-fit 18-inch wheels fitted in other markets. The new R model also benefits from the option of Volkswagen’s Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) adaptive damper system at a cost of £695.
The T-Roc R’s colour palette includes Energetic Orange, Turmeric Yellow, White Silver, Indium Grey, Deep Black, Pure White, Flash Red and the standout R-specific shade Lapiz Blue all available on the compact performance SUV. All are also offered in combination with a black roof, A-pillar and mirror housings.
October 2019
Updates for 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc
T-Roc gets a VW Connect Dongle as standard on S, SE and Design trims. Meanwhile, on the R-Line the standard fit Caribou Grey dash pad is replaced by a Shadow Steel item.
May 2020
Volkswagen T-Roc Black Edition launched
Based on the SE model, the Black Edition adds a black-finish to its grille trim, door mirror caps, roof rails and exhaust pipes, as well as adding rear privacy glass, 18-inch ‘Arlo Black’ alloy wheels and LED headlights.
On the inside, the black theme continues, with ‘Piano Black’ dashpads, black roof lining, leather-wrapped gearshift knob and multifunction sports steering wheel with contrasting grey stitching, white ambient lighting and footwell illumination.
The Black Edition is sold with 1.0- and 1.5-litre TSI petrol, and 1.6- and 2.0-litre TDI diesel engines, with 115 and 150PS outputs respectively.
The T-Roc Black Edition starts at £23,750 RRP OTR for the 1.0-litre, 115 PS TSI model.
July 2020
Volkswagen T-Roc United edition announced
Based on the SE trim. Adds bespoke United badging and door sill protectors, ‘Dublin’ alloy wheels, voice control function and a Winter Pack – comprising heated front seats, a low washer fluid warning light and heated windscreen washer jets. Inside, the T-Cross United edition features bespoke grey and blue seat fabric, brushed stainless steel pedals and decorative interior inserts, as well as front and rear carpet mats. Priced from £23,550.
April 2021
Volkswagen T-Roc Active special edition priced from £24,035
Based on the SE model, the Active adds Discover navigation, Winter pack (including heated seats), front fog lights, privacy glass and an electrically operated tailgate.
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T-Roc ACTIVE |
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Model |
Price (RRP OTR) |
0-62 mph |
Top speed |
CO 2 (WLTP combined) |
Fuel consumption (WLTP combined) |
|
1.0 TSI 110 PS 6-spd manual |
£24,035
|
10.8 |
115 mph |
138 g/km |
46.5 mpg |
|
1.5 TSI EVO 150 PS |
£25,840
|
8.6 |
127 mph |
144 g/km |
44.7 mpg |
|
1.5 TSI EVO 150 PS |
£27,340 |
8.6 |
127 mph |
148 g/km |
43.5 mpg |
|
2.0 TDI EVO 115 PS 6-spd manual |
£26,540 |
10.4 |
116 mph |
124 g/km |
59.7 mpg |
|
2.0 TDI EVO 150 PS 6-spd manual |
£28,180 |
8.8 |
127 mph |
127 g/km |
58.3 mpg |
|
2.0 TDI EVO 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£29,680 |
8.8 |
127 mph |
129 g/km |
57.2 mpg
|
February 2022
Updated Volkswagen T-Roc priced from £25,000
The Volkswagen T-Roc has been given a mid-life update with particular attention paid to its interior, which benefits from both a redesigned dashboard and the use of even higher-grade materials throughout. The T-Roc is available in three specifications – entry-level Life, luxury and comfort-focused Style, and sportily-styled and driver-focused R-Line – as seen on a number of other Volkswagen models. Even the Life benefits from LED headlights; an 8.0-inch Digital Cockpit; wireless App Connect through its 8.0-inch Ready 2 Discover infotainment system; a suite of driver assistance systems including Lane Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control and Front Assist; and 16-inch ‘Chester’ alloy wheels, black roof rails and interior ambient lighting.
The T-Roc Style, starting at £27,635 RRP OTR, majors on comfort and technology, bolstering the T-Roc Life’s equipment package with the larger Digital Cockpit Pro; Discover Media navigation infotainment system; sports comfort seats finished in ArtVelours microfleece; privacy glass from the B-pillar backwards; and LED ‘Plus’ headlights with different light modes for poor weather. From the outside, a bespoke rear bumper and 17-inch ‘Johannesburg’ alloy wheels mark out the Style from the rest of the new T-Roc range. The Style is predicted to be the top-selling trim in the model range, with more than one in three T-Roc customers expected to opt for this model.
With R-Line specific body styling, 17-inch ‘Valencia’ alloy wheels, sports suspension, silver roof rails and an interior featuring sportier elements such as a black roof lining and R-Line badging, and gloss black design trim in the dashboard, the T-Roc R-Line lives up to its billing as a sportier alternative to the Life and Style versions. Over the equipment of the Life specification, the T-Roc R-Line also gains features such as progressive steering for additional driver focus; selectable driving modes which can alter the car’s character to suit the driver’s mood; stainless steel pedals, and other interior enhancements contributing to a sporty ambience. The new T-Roc R-Line starts at £30,435 RRP OTR.
Seven engines are available across the standard T-Roc range, with both three- and four-cylinder units, petrol and diesel options, 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG variants, and power ranging from frugal 110 PS units, to a highly capable 190 PS TSI. The extra ability of Volkswagen’s acclaimed 4MOTION all-wheel drive system is available on the highest-powered models – the 150 PS TDI, and 190 PS TSI. Technical and pricing data for the full range of T-Roc engines is available below.
The diesel engines bring twin-dosing technology, with dual-injected AdBlue, while the 1.5-litre petrol engines feature cylinder deactivation technology, to boost fuel efficiency and reduce CO 2 output by allowing the car to run on only two cylinders under certain loads.
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Name |
Price (RRP OTR) |
CO 2 (WLTP, g/km) |
MPG (WLTP, combined) |
0-62 mph (seconds) |
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Life 1.0 TSI 110 PS 6-spd manual |
£25,000 |
136 |
47.1 |
10.8 |
|
Life 1.5 TSI 150 PS 6-spd manual |
£26,475 |
141 |
45.6 |
8.6 |
|
Life 1.5 TSI 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£28,160 |
142 |
44.8 |
8.6 |
|
Life 2.0 TDI 115PS 6-spd manual |
£27,785 |
122 |
60.1 |
10.4 |
|
Style 1.0 TSI 110 PS 6-spd manual |
£27,635 |
136 |
47.1 |
10.8 |
|
Style 1.5 TSI 150 PS 6-spd manual |
£29,110 |
141 |
45.6 |
8.6 |
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Style 1.5 TSI 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£30,795 |
142 |
44.8 |
8.6 |
|
Style 2.0 TSI 4Motion 190 PS 7-spd DSG |
£33,875 |
168 |
38.2 |
6.8 |
|
Style 2.0 TDI 115PS 6-spd manual |
£30,420 |
122 |
60.1 |
10.4 |
|
Style 2.0 TDI 150 PS 6-spd manual |
£31,700 |
125 |
58.9 |
8.8 |
|
Style 2.0 TDI 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£33,385 |
128 |
57.6 |
8.6 |
|
Style 2.0 TDI 4Motion 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£34,695 |
145 |
51.4 |
8.5 |
|
R-Line 1.5 TSI 150 PS 6-spd manual |
£30,435 |
141 |
45.6 |
8.6 |
|
R-Line 1.5 TSI 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£32,120 |
142 |
44.8 |
8.6 |
|
R-Line 2.0 TSI 4Motion 190 PS 7-spd DSG |
£35,200 |
168 |
38.2 |
6.8 |
|
R-Line 2.0 TDI 150 PS 6-spd manual |
£33,025 |
125 |
58.9 |
8.8 |
|
R-Line 2.0 TDI 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£34,710 |
128 |
57.6 |
8.6 |
|
R-Line 2.0 TDI 4Motion 150 PS 7-spd DSG |
£36,020 |
145 |
51.4 |
8.5 |
The Volkswagen T-Roc R has also been updated with the same upgrades as the regular T-Roc, which complement the model’s innate dynamic abilities thanks to the work of the R division. The model is also even more generously equipped than its predecessor, with keyless entry, among other luxuries, added to its list of standard-fit equipment. Even crisper and sportier styling is also a major part of this suite of revisions.
The T-Roc R is priced from £40,445 RRP OTR, and is equipped exclusively with a seven-speed DSG transmission and 4MOTION four-wheel drive. The T-Roc R nods to the R brand’s first model – the Golf Mk4 R32 – which also featured Volkswagen’s acclaimed DSG. As the fastest-responding transmission option, it is the natural choice for a specialist performance car like the T-Roc R, matching the pace that its 300 PS engine confidently delivers.
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Name |
Price (OTR) |
CO 2 (WLTP, g/km) |
MPG (WLTP, combined) |
0-62 mph (seconds) |
|
R 2.0 TSI 4Motion 300 PS 7-spd DSG |
£40,445 |
194 |
33.2 |
4.9 |
August 2024
Volkswagen announces top-spec T-Roc R Black Edition, priced from £44,250
The Volkswagen T-Roc line-up now features the R Black Edition. The new trim level sits at the top of the T-Roc range and is based on the existing T-Roc R, but comes with a new design pack and additional equipment.
The design pack includes black decorative elements and 19-inch Estoril alloy wheels, while additional equipment includes a rear-view camera, heated front seats, electronic tailgate and a tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof.
A Beats sound system with six speakers, digital eight-channel amplifier, subwoofer and 300W total output also comes as standard.
Performance is the same as the T-Roc R. Power comes from a 300PS 2.0 TSI engine, while a seven-speed DSG gearbox and 4MOTION all-wheel is standard. VW claims a 0-62mph sprint time of 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph.
The Volkswagen T-Roc R Black Edition is available to order from Thursday 15 August priced at £44,250. The T-Roc R starts at £43,000.
July 2024
Volkswagen T-Roc Black Edition announced
The Volkswagen T-Roc Black Edition has been announced. Sitting above the existing R-Line trim level, the T-Roc Black Edition comes with larger wheels, upgraded lights, heated front seats and wireless charging.
Black Edition styling elements include a black roof, black roof rails, black alloy wheels, black mirror housings and decorative trim, as well as tinted rear windows.
The standard body colour for the T-Roc is Pure white. Other colours are available as options.
VW claims that the new Black Edition is priced at £1000 more than the T-Roc R-Line trim, but adds features worth £3,875.
The T-Roc Black Edition is available to order from 4 July 2024.
What to watch out for
Report of first gear fuelling glitch in new T-Roc 1.5 SEL which makes pulling away a bit jerky. Driver noticed a distinct flat spot in the lower rev range when the car was new. Driver can get over this, but in stop-start traffic it’s a pain. Driver also get a fuel surge in 1st when car is cold. When the outside temp is high the problem more or less goes away. This has been reported on the new T-Roc forum by a few people but it looks like no one wants to be first to submit their Car to a dealership.
27-05-2018:Reader quoted an extra £975 for the combination of grey body and black roof on a Volkswagen T-Roc SEL, but the same paint on a lower spec 'Design' model is only £575 extra: £400 less.
21-06-2018:Report of clutch failing on 2018 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.0 TSI at 2099 miles.
09-07-2018:Another owner reported 'kangaroo' effect from 1.5 TSI EVO 150 engine of new T-Roc manual especially when cold. Might benefit from sticking only to Super grade petrol.
26-07-2018:And a further report of a T-Roc 1.5 TSI 150 ACT with DQ200 7-speed dry clutch DSG "not running smoothly" at low speeds.
29-08-2018:Further report of problems, this time with August 2018 (3 week old) T-Roc 1.5 TSI Evo: When driver pulls away the car intermittently "kangaroos". Also intermittent RPM increase. When disengaging the clutch in 1st or 2nd the car will sometimes rev to 1,500-1,800rpm and other times not; all this without touching the accelerator. It seems that once the rev increase is prevalent, it will do it every time. When it is not present, it won't do it at all, no matter how many times I try to coax it. Driver never quite sure what the car will do as he pulls away. See SEAT Arona 1.5 TSI, which suffers the same problem.
18-09-2018:Standard complaint of manual 2018 1.5 TSI SEL T-Roc ex-demonstrator with 7k on the clock. Owner finding it impossible to pull away smoothly. "It kangaroos around unpredictability and I am starting to find it a real chore to drive. As you change from 1st to second it almost sounds as though it is falling out of gear."
29-10-2018:Three reports on T-Roc forun of clutches burning out with 1.0 TSI engines.
18-12-2018:One more report of clutch problems from the T-Roc forum. " I went back to the Volkswagen dealer and refused to pay any costs. In the end they agreed to fix the car free of charge and go back to Volkswagen on my behalf (manager said he had taken a risk and done this as a favour). I have had the car back for a couple of months, now has 1,600 miles on the clock. Was driving the on the motorway on Sunday and the strong burning smell was blowing from my air vents. I strongly suspect the clutch is on its way out again. Will be taking back to Volkswagen this weekend as I no longer feel safe driving the car for fear of it breaking down again. I expect a solution , prepared to go down the court route is necessary. Further report of same problem with 1.0 TSI engine at 2000 miles.
13-01-2019:Two more reports of T-Roc 1.5 TSI Evo "slightly jerky in traffic". Suggested switching to Super petrol in the hope that more torque at low RPM may improve them.
08-02-2019:Three more reports of clutch failures in T-Roc 1.0 TSI at under 4,000 miles, including: https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/authors/the-judge/driver-notices-burning-smell-volkswagen-13943190
11-02-2019:Further report of vibration / kangaroo effect in first and second gear of a December 2018 T-Roc 1.5 TSI 150 EVO. Owner complained after three days. Car now three months old with 1400 miles and last week owner returned it again to the supplying dealer with the same fault but worse. The dealer now confirms that the car does have the fault that he originally complained of and that VW are well aware of the fault and are working on a fix. The dealer states that Volkswagen cannot say when or even if a fix will be available or even if it is a software or mechanical problem.
07-05-2019:Report of post brake safety recall problems with March 2018 Volkswagen T Roc SE TSI 115. Intermittently, on start-up, the Auto Hold function would fail to activate causing automatic release of the Electromechanical Parking Brake. Outcome on reader's vehicle is now, on start up, the Parking Brake holds the vehicle even when the accelerator is pressed. Only revving the engine releases the brake. The alternative is to manually switch off the Parking Brake at the same time as depressing the foot brake. The dealership submitted a video to Volkswagen only to receive the reply "it was what we expected". No other recommendation was offered.
09-06-2019:Report of 2018 T-Roc going to dealers for its first service and then being called back for photos to be taken of its spoiler for approval from Volkswagen to be replaced under a manufacturer recall.
15-07-2019:Ongoing issues with the 1.5 TSI engine with no resolution from Volkswagen.
06-08-2019:Report of July 2018 VW T-Roc 1.5TSI kangarooing in low gears when cold "virtually from day 1". Dealer says it requires a software update but cannot give a timescale for this update. We suggested trying it on superunleaded.
28-04-2020:Report of EPC ( Electronic Power Control) error on the stop start system of a 2019 model. Car went into limp mode. Volkswagen road assistance came out and said there was a problem with the turbo. Owner has been given loan car and the fault will take at least six weeks to fix.
