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Volkswagen T-Cross, Price, Specs & Review

Compare every Volkswagen T-Cross variant sold new in Australia. 2 variants, from $34,990 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the Volkswagen Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 2 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research — their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.

Every Volkswagen T-Cross variant in Australia, compared

2 variants of the Volkswagen T-Cross are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

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85TSI Life2026$34,990

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.6L/100km
Gearbox
Auto
Drive
FWD
Seats
5
Towing
1,100kg

The 2026 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life is a compact SUV that suits budget-conscious Australian families seeking practicality, with its 385-litre boot (455 litres with the rear seat slid forward), five seats, and 1,100kg braked towing capacity delivering everyday versatility. Its standout strength is efficiency, returning just 5.6L/100km combined consumption, which translates to lower running costs and fewer fuel stops on your travels. One thing to consider: the 85kW three-cylinder petrol engine is modest, so performance won't excite, but it's adequate for city and suburban driving where the T-Cross genuinely shines.

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85TSI Style2026$38,490

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.6L/100km
Gearbox
Auto
Drive
FWD
Seats
5
Towing
1,100kg

The 2026 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style is a compact petrol SUV that suits first-time buyers and city dwellers seeking practical transport with respectable fuel efficiency at 5.6L/100km. Its standout strength is the combination of a 385-litre boot that extends to 455 litres with the rear seat slid forward and solid build quality backed by Volkswagen's five-year warranty, all aimed at providing genuine peace of mind. Consider that the 85kW turbocharged three-cylinder engine, while adequate for urban driving, may feel underpowered on highways or when towing near its 1,100kg braked limit, so test-drive it on varied terrain before committing.

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