The Volkswagen T-Cross arrived on the Australian market in early 2020. The city-sized, Polo-based SUV is powered by a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine driving the front wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It’s offered in two models - the entry-level listing at just $30,990, and the at $33,490. Well equipped in terms of standard features, as well as active and passive safety tech, the T-Cross competes in one the new car market’s hottest segments against the likes of the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-3, Toyota’s C-HR, and many more.Â
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Volkswagen T-Cross Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Volkswagen T-Cross varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $30,990 and going to $33,490 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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2024 | SUV | 1.0L, —, 7 SP AUTO | $30,990 | $33,490 | |
2023 | SUV | 1.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $27,940 | $36,520 | |
2022 | SUV | 1.0L, —, 7 SP AUTO | — | $36,630 | |
2021 | SUV | 1.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $23,540 | $35,860 | |
2020 | SUV | 1.0L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $23,430 | $32,450 |
Volkswagen T-Cross Dimensions
The dimensions of the Volkswagen T-Cross SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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2024 | SUV | 1583x1760x4108 mm | 185 mm | |
2023 | SUV | 1583x1760x4108 mm | 185 mm | |
2022 | SUV | 1583x1760x4108 mm | 185 mm | |
2021 | SUV | 1583x1760x4108 mm | 185 mm | |
2020 | SUV | 1583x1760x4108 mm | 185 mm |
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Volkswagen T-Cross Interior
Inside, the design is very clean and functional and you can access everything you need easily. There's quite a bit of space up front if you don't have a rear-facing child seat. The glove box and centre console provide decent storage for the size of the car.
Volkswagen T-Cross Boot Space
The boot size is 385 litres and it goes up to 455 litres due to the rear seat moving forward and you can drop the base of the boot down. There's 1281 litres (VDA) with the back seat folded.
Volkswagen T-Cross Accessories
The T-Cross comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto but you need to connect with a USB-C cord. The car also has Bluetooth, digital audio and a decent six speaker sound system with the option to upgrade your tech and add a Beats audio system.
Volkswagen T-Cross Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen T-Cross is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by — and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 5.4L/100km for SUV /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.
Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
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2024 | SUV | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
2023 | SUV | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
2023 | SUV | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
2022 | SUV | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
2022 | SUV | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
2021 | SUV | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
2020 | SUV | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO |
Volkswagen T-Cross Seats
The T-Cross seats five, the seats adjust in multiple directions and the rear seat bench slides forward if you want more boot space instead.
Volkswagen T-Cross Speed
Volkswagen claims 0-100km/h acceleration of 10.2 seconds for the T-Cross 85TSI
Volkswagen T-Cross Wheel Size
The Volkswagen T-Cross has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x60 R16 for SUV in 2024.
Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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2024 | SUV | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
2023 | SUV | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
2022 | SUV | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
2021 | SUV | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
2020 | SUV | 205x60 R16 | 16x6 inches | 205x60 R16 | 16x6 inches |
Volkswagen T-Cross Towing Capacity
The Volkswagen T-Cross has maximum towing capacity of 1100kg for the latest model available.
Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
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2024 | SUV | 1100kg | 1100kg | |
2023 | SUV | 1100kg | 1100kg | |
2022 | SUV | 1100kg | 1100kg | |
2021 | SUV | 1100kg | 1100kg | |
2020 | SUV | 1100kg | 1100kg |