Better late than never, right?
Volkswagen’s Golf-based T-Roc SUV will finally arrive in Australian showrooms sometime late in August, around three years after its launch in Europe. The entry-level 110TSI Style will arrive a little later, in November.
The T-Roc slots in below the Tiguan but above the Polo-based T-Cross.
The base 110TSI Style is hardly wanting for features, with standard equipment including adaptive cruise control, proximity entry with push-button start, and ambient interior lighting.
For a full list of features, see Standard Equipment below.
The range-topping T-Roc model for now is the special edition X, limited to just 200 units.
It’s no mere decal special though, with meaningful additions including adaptive suspension and a power tailgate.
There are some notable cosmetic enhancements, too, such as black 19-inch alloy wheels and a two-tone appearance. X models are either white with a red roof or red with a black roof and trim.
Pricing
- 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc 110TSI Style: $33,990
- 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc 140TSI Sport: $40,490
- 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc X: $42,990
All prices exclude on-road costs.
Engines
The 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc is available with two powertrains. The base 110TSI Style is powered by a turbocharged 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine producing 110kW of power and 250Nm of torque, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 110TSI Style is front-wheel drive.
The 140TSI Sport and X models are all-wheel drive and use a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 140kW and 320Nm, mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
The 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc consumes 6.2L/100km on the combined cycle in 110TSI Style guise and 7.2L/100km on the combined cycle in the 140TSI Sport and X.
Dimensions
The 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc measures 4234mm long, 1573mm tall, and 1819mm wide.
Cargo volume measures 445L, expanding to 1290L with the rear seats folded.
Safety
ANCAP has recorded a rating of five stars for the T-Roc.
That’s based on Euro NCAP testing conducted in 2017, where the T-Roc received an adult protection score of 96 per cent, a child occupant protection score of 87 per cent, a pedestrian protection score of 79 per cent, and a safety assist score of 71 per cent.
All 2020 T-Roc models come standard with autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection, as well as lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, anti-lock brakes, and front, front-side and curtain airbags.
Standard Equipment
The T-Roc 110TSI Style comes standard with the following features:
- 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Adaptive cruise control
- Reversing camera with front and rear parking sensors
- LED headlights
- Front fog lights
- Automatic headlights
- Rain-sensing wipers
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Ambient lighting
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Proximity entry with push-button start
- Power-folding exterior mirrors
- Six-speaker sound system
The optional $2000 Sound and Vision package adds:
- Digital Cockpit
- Satellite navigation
- Beats premium sound system
The $3800 Luxury package adds:
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Power tailgate
- Panoramic sunroof
Over the 110TSI Style’s standard equipment, the 140TSI Sport adds:
- All-wheel drive
- Paddle shifters
It’s available with a $2000 Sound and Style Package, which adds:
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Adaptive suspension
- Beats 300W premium sound system
The $3500 Luxury Package adds:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Leather upholstery
- Power tailgate
Metallic paint is a $600 option.
The T-Roc X adds over the standard 140TSI Sport:
- Black 19-inch alloy wheels
- Adaptive suspension
- Beats 300W premium sound system
- Power tailgate
- Black, anthracite and red cloth upholstery
A panoramic sunroof is a $1900 option.
Servicing
The 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc is covered by Volkswagen’s five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. It’s available with either a three-year or five-year servicing care plan, priced at $1300 and $2100, respectively.
