2021 Volkswagen T-Roc price and specs

Better late than never, right?

After launching with the high-end 140TSI model earlier this year, the full Volkswagen T-Roc range has hit local showrooms.

Slotting in below the Tiguan but above the Polo-based T-Cross, it goes head-to-head with the related Skoda Karoq, along with the Mazda CX-30 and Kia Seltos.

Even 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.

Pricing

• 2021 Volkswagen T-Roc 110TSI Style: $33,990
• 2021 Volkswagen T-Roc 140TSI Sport: $40,490

All prices exclude on-road costs.

How much should you pay?

At the end of the day, the price you pay at the dealership will be dependent on a number of factors such as when you want to buy (is the dealership chasing sales?), the stage of life of the model you’re purchasing (is a new generation being launched soon?) and of course your strength as a negotiator.

Engines

The 2021 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 is 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 2021 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.

Both require 95RON premium unleaded fuel.

Dimensions

The 2021 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 2021 T-Roc models come standard with the following active safety features:

• Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Lane-keeping assist
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Reversing camera with front and rear parking sensors

Anti-lock brakes and front, front-side and curtain airbags also feature across the range.

Servicing

The 2021 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.

Standard Equipment

The T-Roc 110TSI Style comes standard with the following features:

• 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Adaptive cruise control
• LED headlights
• LED tail lights
• Front fog lights
• Automatic headlights
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• 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
• Semi-autonomous parking assist

The optional $2000 Sound and Vision package adds:

• 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit digital instrument cluster
• Satellite navigation
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Beats 300W premium sound system

The $3800 Luxury package adds:

• Leather upholstery
• Heated front seats
• Panoramic sunroof
• Power tailgate

Over the 110TSI Style’s standard equipment, the 140TSI Sport adds:

• All-wheel drive
• Paddle shifters
• Sports suspension
• Rear privacy glass
• Front fog lights and cornering lights

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
• Heated front seats

Metallic paint is a $600 option.