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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 to $38,490 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 10 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.

Data checked: specs 30 Oct 2026, price 7 Oct 2026

Volkswagen T-Cross

From $34,990 RRP

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2026 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life - image 1 of 1
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2026

Volkswagen T-Cross

Life · SUV · 1L Turbo

Data checked: price 7 Oct 2026

1 recall notice on the federal register for this carSee the notices ↓

Petrol
Not rated by ANCAP
ANCAP's published record does not give this variant a rating.
85kW
~$11.76/100km est. running cost
5Seats
1,100kg Tow
~$37,920

Est. drive away (VIC)

From $34,990 RRP

RRP, before on-road costs

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Variants

Cost to own, est.

from $211/wk in VIC

Excludes insurance: No data for this car.

Made up of, per week

  • Repayment estimate$139 (≈$601/mo)
  • Fuel$34
  • Rego + CTP$18
  • Servicing$12
  • Tyres$8
  • InsuranceNo data

Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year at $2.10/L premium 95 (the site default price). VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.

~$37,920 drive away (est. VIC)From $34,990 RRP, excl. on-road costs. Estimate incl. VIC stamp duty, rego + CTP and est. dealer delivery. Confirm with the dealer.Stamp duty rates from State Revenue Office Victoria, current as of 29 October 2026. They change each financial year; confirm with the regulator before you sign.

Repayment estimate≈$139/wk(≈$601/mo)

$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.

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CarSorted Score

71/100

Excellent

Based on safety, value, performance, fuel economy, technology, reliability and practicality

Safety
67
Reliability
57
Technology
89
Fuel Economy
85
Value
88
Performance
35
Practicality
54

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Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates

True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)

$5,317

per year to run

$61,577

total 5yr cost

$0.79

per kilometre

Where the 5-year total goes

Purchase$34,990
Fuel$9,175
Insurance$7,500
Servicing$3,038
Tyres$2,080
Rego$4,794

About $5,317/year to run, or $26,585 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.

* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel: each car's official consumption figure at 15,600 km a year and $2.10/L premium petrol. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.

Depreciation Analysis

48%

retained after 5 years

$16,795

estimated 5yr value

-$18,195

total depreciation

Estimated value retention: Based on your inputs the Volkswagen T-Cross is estimated to retain 48% of its value after 5 years, worth approximately $16,795.

Depreciation estimates are modelled from typical retention curves for each vehicle type, not from recorded resale data for this specific car. Actual resale values may vary significantly based on condition, mileage, service history, market conditions, and other factors. This is not financial advice.

Tyres: 205/60 R16 front, as fitted

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Warranty, servicing & roadside

Warranty

5 yr

Unlimited · 12yr rust

5yr capped servicing

$3,038

every 15,000km / 12mo

Roadside assist

1 yr

initial term, renewed at each dealer service

Good to know

  • Warranty transfers to the next owner (helps resale)
  • Free roadside continues only while you service on time at a dealer

Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 24 Jul 2026.

Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.

Servicing

Interval

12 months / 15,000 km

whichever comes first; the first service is due at the same point

Capped-price servicing

Yes

Scheduled cost, years 1-3

$1,581

Scheduled cost, years 1-5

$3,038

Scheduled costs from Volkswagen's capped-price page, as published 8 Oct 2026.

Servicing and the warranty

“If despite proper driver treatment and proper prescribed maintenance defects in original material or manufacture occur ... Volkswagen Group Australia does not accept liability for any item which failed due to ... the non-professional repair or maintenance of the vehicle.”
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Not rated by ANCAP: 2026 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life

ANCAP's published record does not give this variant a rating.

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Recalls on the federal register

1 for this car · 2 for other years of the T-Cross
  • ▶REC-00663118 Jun 2026Years on the notice: 2024 - 2025Due to a software issue, the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail to illuminate the visual vehicle speed, fuel level and other critical safety information.
    Models on the notice:
    T-Cross
    Year range on the notice:
    2024 - 2025
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    90AC
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Volkswagen and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Volkswagen dealer to have the software updated, free of charge.
▶2 notices for other years of the T-Cross(each prints its own year range; they do not cover this car on our record)
  • ▶REC-00562321 Feb 2023Years on the notice: 2021Due to a software fault, the visual and acoustic seat belt warning system may not operate as intended.
    Models on the notice:
    Polo and T-Cross
    Year range on the notice:
    2021
    Campaign:
    90V6
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles can contact their preferred Volkswagen dealership to schedule an appointment to have the vehicle inspected and rectified, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-0049914 Nov 2021Years on the notice: 2020 - 2021The seatbelt warning (acoustic warning tone and visual display) may occasionally operate rather than continuously, in circumstances such as a seatbelt not fastened or unfastened while the vehicle is moving.
    Models on the notice:
    T-Cross
    Year range on the notice:
    2020 - 2021
    Campaign:
    90S4
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners can contact their nearest Volkswagen Dealer to schedule an appointment to have the work carried out at no cost.

The register does not publish whether a campaign is complete, so a listed campaign may already be fixed on your car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.

Safety Features

32 confirmed · 29 no data
  • StandardAEB (Car‑to‑Car)
  • StandardAEB (Pedestrian)
  • StandardAEB (Cyclist)
  • StandardABS
  • StandardEBD
  • StandardEmergency Brake Assist
  • StandardAdaptive Cruise Control
  • StandardCruise Control
  • StandardPush‑Button Start
  • StandardAir Conditioning
  • StandardDrive Modes
  • StandardBlind Spot Monitor
  • StandardLane Keep Assist
  • StandardLane Departure Warning
  • StandardRear Cross Traffic Alert
  • StandardForward Collision Warning
  • StandardESC
  • StandardTraction Control
  • StandardHill Hold Assist
  • StandardReversing Camera
  • StandardParking Sensors (Front)
  • StandardParking Sensors (Rear)
  • StandardAuto Park
  • StandardAuto High Beam
  • StandardDaytime Running Lights
  • StandardFatigue Detection
  • StandardDriver Attention Monitor
  • StandardTPMS
  • StandardEmergency Stop Signal
  • StandardSeatbelt Reminder
  • StandardAirbags (6)
  • StandardISOFIX

Volkswagen T-Cross by model year

2026 Volkswagen T-Cross · C11 (2019-)

2 variants · from $34,990–$38,490

2024 Volkswagen T-Cross · C11 (2019-)

2 variants

2023 Volkswagen T-Cross · C11 (2019-)

2 variants

2022 Volkswagen T-Cross · C11 (2019-)

2 variants

2021 Volkswagen T-Cross · C11 (2019-)

2 variants

2020 Volkswagen T-Cross · C11 (2019-)

2 variants

Full Specifications

Engine & Drivetrain10 itemsEngine Size 1L · Cylinders 3 · Engine Layout Inline
Engine Size1L
Cylinders3
Engine LayoutInline
InductionTurbo
Power85 kW
Torque200 Nm
TransmissionAuto
Drive TypeFWD
0-100 km/h10.2s
Top Speed193 km/h
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Dimensions & Weights9 itemsLength 4,108 mm · Width 1,760 mm · Height 1,583 mm
Length4,108 mm
Width1,760 mm
Height1,583 mm
Wheelbase2,563 mm
Ground Clearance185 mm
Turning Circle10.6 m
Seats5
Boot (seats up)385L
Boot (seats folded)1,281L
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Towing & Load3 itemsTowing (Braked) 1,100 kg · Towing (Unbraked) 630 kg · Towball Download 75 kg
Towing (Braked)1,100 kg
Towing (Unbraked)630 kg
Towball Download75 kg
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Fuel & Economy6 itemsCombined 5.6 L/100km · City 6.5 L/100km · Highway 5 L/100km
Combined5.6 L/100km
City6.5 L/100km
Highway5 L/100km
Fuel Tank40L
Minimum RONRON 95
CO2 Emissions126 g/km
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Engineering Detail1 itemTare Mass 1,260 kg
Tare Mass1,260 kg
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Technology & Connectivity14 itemsTouchscreen Size 8" · Digital Cluster Size 10.3" · Apple CarPlay
Touchscreen Size8"
Digital Cluster Size10.3"
Apple CarPlayYes
Android AutoYes
Wireless CarPlay/AAYes
Wireless Phone ChargingYes
Digital InstrumentsYes
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
BluetoothYes
Keyless EntryYes
Tyre Pressure MonitoringYes
Reconfigurable Digital ClusterYes
USB InputYes
12V SocketYes

15 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Driver Assistance & Safety13 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · Adaptive Cruise Control · Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency BrakingYes
Adaptive Cruise ControlYes
Cruise ControlYes
Push-Button StartYes
Air ConditioningYes
Drive ModesYes
Lane Keep AssistYes
Lane Departure WarningYes
Blind Spot MonitorYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYes
Driver Attention MonitorYes
Auto ParkYes
Lane Change AssistYes

20 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Cameras & Parking5 itemsReversing Camera · Front Parking Sensors · Rear Parking Sensors
Reversing CameraYes
Front Parking SensorsYes
Rear Parking SensorsYes
Auto ParkYes
Graphical Parking DisplayYes

3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Audio System3 itemsSpeakers 6 speakers · Digital Radio (DAB+) · Bluetooth Audio
Speakers6 speakers
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Bluetooth AudioYes

2 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Comfort & Convenience9 itemsClimate Zones 1-zone · Seat Material Cloth · Remote Central Locking
Climate Zones1-zone
Remote Central LockingYes
Front Centre ArmrestYes
Driver Lumbar AdjustYes
Cargo BlindYes
Rear SpoilerYes
Seat MaterialCloth
Ambient LightingNo
Keyless EntryYes

39 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Wheels, Tyres & Brakes6 itemsWheel Size 16" · Wheel Material Alloy · Tyre Setup Square setup
Wheel Size16"
Wheel MaterialAlloy
Tyre SetupSquare setup
Front Tyres205/60 R16
Rear Tyres205/60 R16
Spare WheelSpace-saver

4 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Lighting & Visibility11 itemsLED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights · Auto High Beam
LED HeadlightsYes
LED Daytime Running LightsYes
Auto High BeamYes
LED Tail LightsYes
Automatic HeadlightsYes
Rear Fog LightsYes
Rain-Sensing WipersYes
Heated MirrorsYes
Electric Folding MirrorsYes
Auto-Dimming Rear-View MirrorYes
Rear Privacy GlassNo

8 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Off-Road Capability1 itemGround Clearance 185mm
Ground Clearance185mm

14 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Warranty & Servicing6 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 5 years / Unlimited · Roadside Assistance 1 years · Anti-Corrosion Warranty 12 years
New Vehicle Warranty5 years / Unlimited
Roadside Assistance1 years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty12 years
Capped Servicing (5yr total)$3,038
Service Interval15,000 km / 12 months
First Service Due12 months / 15,000 km
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Price tracker

Standing price

$34,990 RRP before on-road costs

We check the manufacturer's published price regularly and record every change here.

RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.

Overview

The 2026 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life is a 5-seat petrol SUV with front-wheel drive and an auto, making 85kW and 200Nm. It's priced from $34,990 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs are added. Fuel use is a claimed 5.6L/100km combined, the boot holds 385 litres with the seats up and 1,281 litres with the rear seats folded, and it can tow 1,100kg braked. The claimed 0-100km/h time is 10.2 seconds, so it's not one for anyone after quick acceleration, and there's no ANCAP rating on record for this variant. It suits singles, couples or small families who want a compact, easy-to-run SUV for everyday driving.

Quick Insights

How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most

Safety
Not rated by ANCAP
Running Cost
$11.76/100km
Warranty
5 years
Boot, seats up
385L
Value
Mid-range

Economy & Emissions

Combined

5.6 L/100km

Cost per 100km

~$11.76

City

6.5 L/100km

Highway

5 L/100km

CO2 Emissions

126 g/km

Minimum RON

RON 95

Fuel Tank

40L

Est. Range

~714 km

Real-world fuel use, measured by the AAA

Tested: the 2024 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI R-Line, same engine, drivetrain and gearbox, a different grade, on the road 29-30 May 2025.

Fuel use

Manufacturer's claim (ADR 81/02)

5.6 L/100km

Measured on the road (AAA)

5.8 L/100km

Measured figure: 4% above the claim

Measured by part of the route

Urban

6.2 L/100km

Rural

5.6 L/100km

Motorway

5.6 L/100km

The manufacturer's figure comes from the standard lab test, the same for every car, and it stays this car's official figure. The AAA figure is one vehicle measured on public roads; your result depends on how and where you drive.

Source: Australian Automobile Association Real-World Testing Program (realworld.org.au), test of 29-30 May 2025

Autonomous and advanced safety

Auto Park
Driver Attention Monitor

Range in the real world

How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figure
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Towing and load

The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to tow
185mm Ground Clearance
1100kg Towing (Braked)
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Off-Road Capability

The wedges are drawn from this vehicle’s published approach, departure and breakover angles, and the water line marks its published wading depth.

185mm
Approach
No data
Departure
No data
Breakover
No data
KeyApproach angle (front)Departure angle (rear)Breakover angle (under body)Ground clearanceWading depth (water line)
Ground clearance 185mmWading depth No data
4WD hardware & driver aids
Centre diff lock
Rear diff lock
Low-range 4WD
Hill descent control

Unladen figures. Approach, departure and breakover angles and ground clearance all reduce once the vehicle is loaded with passengers, cargo or towball weight, so treat these as a best-case guide.

Manufacturer-published figures, shown as a guide. Not independently verified and may vary by variant, trim, tyre or model year. Vehicle drawings are schematic and ride-height differences are exaggerated for legibility. Confirm with the manufacturer before relying on them for off-road planning.

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Child seats and anchors

5 seats

RowISOFIXTop tether
2nd row23

ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame.

Top tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat.

2+35 seats
frontITTITrear
ISOFIX Top tether Both None on record
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Dimensions and capacity

Length

4,108 mm

Width

1760 mm

Height

1583 mm

Wheelbase

2563 mm

Boot (seats up)

385L

Boot (seats folded)

1,281L

Ground Clearance

185 mm

Towing (Braked)

1,100 kg

Turning Circle

10.6 m

Built for quietness

  • Acoustic glassNo data
  • Active noise cancellationNo data
  • Taller-sidewall tyres (60)
  • 16-inch wheels

Indicators from the manufacturer's equipment list and the car's own specification. CarSorted has not measured this car's cabin noise.

Specifications

Year

2026

Body Style

SUV

Fuel Type

Petrol

Powertrain

ICE

Transmission

Auto

Drive Type

FWD

Seats

5

ANCAP Rating

Not rated by ANCAP

Tyre & Sidewall Comparison

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life

123mm wall

205/60 R16

205mm wide · 16" rim · 652mm OD

60-profile · High profile

$350–$870est. fitted set of 4Budget tier

Drawn at a shared scale across the compared cars and across both ends of a staggered car, so a bigger tyre is genuinely bigger. Sidewall view shows wall height (profile); tread view shows width. Price band is an indicative fitted cost, budget brand (low) to premium brand (high), for four of the one size or for two fronts plus two rears where the car is staggered, unless a verified set price is on file. Actual prices vary by brand, retailer and fitting.

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Factory size (this car)

205/60R16

Geometry from nominal sizes. Ride height is the axle centre, not guard clearance. VSB14 class: passenger car (+15mm / -26mm); check your placard and a certifier before fitting.

Performance

1LI3TurboPetrol
Power85 kW / 114 hp
Torque200 Nm

How quick is it?

0-100 km/h10.2s

0-100 times as published and held in our records. Counts cover on-sale cars with a figure and refresh daily.

Technology & Connectivity

6 confirmed · 14 no data
  • StandardApple CarPlay
  • StandardAndroid Auto
  • StandardWireless CarPlay/Android Auto
  • StandardWireless Charging
  • StandardKeyless Entry
  • StandardDigital Instruments

Audio System

Speakers

6

Body Type

SUV

Sport Utility Vehicle with raised ride height and larger cargo area. Available in small, medium, and large sizes.

5

Seats

385L

Boot

1,100kg

Towing

Best For

  • Family transport
  • Cargo space
  • Higher driving position
  • Light off-road

Considerations

  • Higher fuel consumption
  • Larger parking footprint
  • Higher purchase price

Boot Space

Seats up385L
Seats down1281L

Fuel & Powertrain

Fuel Type

Petrol

What the car runs on

Powertrain

Internal Combustion

Propulsion technology

Petrol

Petrol engine. Standard internal combustion engine running on unleaded fuel.

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P-plate OK in all states and territories we cover. This reads the manufacturer's power and tare mass against each state's published rule.

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Official Data Sources:

The AAA's Real-World Testing Program drives each car it tests over a roughly 93 km route of public roads around Geelong and measures its fuel or energy use (and an EV's range), printed beside the lab figure.

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may contain errors. Always verify with your dealer before purchase.

Volkswagen T-Cross: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade

Every figure below is read off Volkswagen’s Australian documents for the 2 grades on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.

Price band of each powertrain

PowertrainGradesPrice band
Petrol2$34,990 to $38,490RRP

Petrol: 85TSI Life and 85TSI Style

Fuel or energy a year, estimated

  • Petrol: about $1,830 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $2.10/L premium petrol

Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.

Warranty and servicing

New-car warranty
5yr / unlimited km
Service interval
12 months / 15,000 km
Capped-price servicing
Published for 2 of 2 grades.

ANCAP, by exact grade

  • Not rated by ANCAP

A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.

Safety recalls on the Volkswagen T-Cross

  • Due to a software issue, the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail to illuminate the visual vehicle speed, fuel level and other critical safety information.

    Published 2026-06-18. Year range on the notice: 2024 - 2025. Matched to 2 of the 2 grades listed here. REC-006631 on the government register

    If the vehicle starts and the instrument cluster remains blank, the vehicle must not be driven. Operating the vehicle without visible safety system warnings may increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders.

2 more verified notices are matched to other Volkswagen T-Cross rows we hold, not to the grades above(show)
  • Due to a software fault, the visual and acoustic seat belt warning system may not operate as intended. Year range on the notice: 2021. REC-005623 on the government register
  • The seatbelt warning (acoustic warning tone and visual display) may occasionally operate rather than continuously, in circumstances such as a seatbelt not fastened or unfastened while the vehicle is moving. Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2021. REC-004991 on the government register

Size, capacity and weights across the grades

FigureAcross the gradesGrades holding it
Length4,108 mm2 of 2
Width1,760 mm2 of 2
Height1,583 mm2 of 2
Wheelbase2,563 mm2 of 2
Ground clearance185 mm2 of 2
Boot space385 L2 of 2
Fuel tank40 L2 of 2

Not yet on file for any grade on this page: kerb weight. Those read “No data” until we read them off a source document, rather than a guessed figure.

Every Volkswagen T-Cross variant in Australia, compared

10 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 5-seat petrol SUV with front-wheel drive and an auto, making 85kW and 200Nm. It's priced from $34,990 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs are added. Fuel use is a claimed 5.6L/100km combined, the boot holds 385 litres with the seats up and 1,281 litres with the rear seats folded, and it can tow 1,100kg braked. The claimed 0-100km/h time is 10.2 seconds, so it's not one for anyone after quick acceleration, and there's no ANCAP rating on record for this variant. It suits singles, couples or small families who want a compact, easy-to-run SUV for everyday driving.

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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 gives you 385 litres of boot space with the rear seats up, and 1,281 litres with them folded. It's a 5-seat petrol SUV with an automatic and front-wheel drive, priced at $38,490 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Claimed fuel use is 5.6L/100km on the combined cycle, and it has a 40-litre fuel tank. One thing to know is that there's no ANCAP rating on record for this variant. It suits a small household or a couple wanting a compact SUV with a fair bit of room in the back.

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85TSI Life2020No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
ANCAP
5-star (2019)

The MY2020 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life is a light SUV from the C11 generation, powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine producing 85 kW and 200 Nm, driving the front wheels through a 7-speed DSG. Volkswagen Australia quoted combined fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100km and CO2 emissions of 123 g/km under ADR 81/02, with 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds. It rides on 16-inch Rochester alloy wheels with halogen headlights and manual air conditioning. Boot space is 385 litres with the rear seats up (up to 455 with the sliding rear bench forward) and 1,281 litres folded. This model year has been superseded; the T-Cross nameplate remains on sale in Australia in a later specification.

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85TSI Life2023No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD

The 2023 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life is an SUV grade, as printed in Volkswagen Group Australia's T-Cross specification brochure (July 2022; Model Year 2023). Its 1.0-litre petrol engine makes 85kW and 200Nm, driving through a 7 Speed DSG to the front wheels. Volkswagen quotes 5.4L/100km combined. Standard equipment on the brochure includes a reversing camera and wireless charging. The document prints no price, so none is shown.

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85TSI Style2023No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD

The 2023 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style is an SUV grade, as printed in Volkswagen Group Australia's T-Cross specification brochure (July 2022; Model Year 2023). Its 1.0-litre petrol engine makes 85kW and 200Nm, driving through a 7 Speed DSG to the front wheels. Volkswagen quotes 5.4L/100km combined. Standard equipment on the brochure includes adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera, Apple CarPlay and LED headlamps. The document prints no price, so none is shown.

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85TSI Style2021No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
ANCAP
5-star (2019)

The MY2021 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style is a light SUV from the C11 generation, powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine producing 85 kW and 200 Nm, driving the front wheels through a 7-speed DSG. Volkswagen Australia quoted combined fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100km and CO2 emissions of 123 g/km under ADR 81/02, with 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds. It rides on 17-inch Bangalore alloy wheels and adds LED headlights, keyless entry and dual-zone climate control over the Life. Boot space is 385 litres with the rear seats up (up to 455 with the sliding rear bench forward) and 1,281 litres folded. This model year has been superseded; the T-Cross nameplate remains on sale in Australia in a later specification.

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85TSI Style2020No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
ANCAP
5-star (2019)

The MY2020 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style is a light SUV from the C11 generation, powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine producing 85 kW and 200 Nm, driving the front wheels through a 7-speed DSG. Volkswagen Australia quoted combined fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100km and CO2 emissions of 123 g/km under ADR 81/02, with 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds. It rides on 17-inch Bangalore alloy wheels and adds LED headlights, keyless entry and dual-zone climate control over the Life. Boot space is 385 litres with the rear seats up (up to 455 with the sliding rear bench forward) and 1,281 litres folded. This model year has been superseded; the T-Cross nameplate remains on sale in Australia in a later specification.

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85TSI Life2021No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
ANCAP
5-star (2019)

The MY2021 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life is a light SUV from the C11 generation, powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine producing 85 kW and 200 Nm, driving the front wheels through a 7-speed DSG. Volkswagen Australia quoted combined fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100km and CO2 emissions of 123 g/km under ADR 81/02, with 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds. It rides on 16-inch Rochester alloy wheels with halogen headlights and manual air conditioning. Boot space is 385 litres with the rear seats up (up to 455 with the sliding rear bench forward) and 1,281 litres folded. This model year has been superseded; the T-Cross nameplate remains on sale in Australia in a later specification.

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85TSI Style2022No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
Towing
1,100kg
ANCAP
5-star (2019)

The MY2022.5 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Style is a light SUV from the C11 generation, powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine producing 85 kW and 200 Nm, driving the front wheels through a 7-speed DSG. Volkswagen Australia quoted combined fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100km and CO2 emissions of 123 g/km under ADR 81/02, with 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds. It rides on 17-inch Bangalore alloy wheels and adds LED headlights, keyless entry and dual-zone climate control over the Life. Boot space is 385 litres with the rear seats up (up to 455 with the sliding rear bench forward) and 1,281 litres folded. This model year has been superseded; the T-Cross nameplate remains on sale in Australia in a later specification.

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85TSI Life2022No price on record

Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life

Power
85kW
Torque
200Nm
0–100
10.2s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
Towing
1,100kg
ANCAP
5-star (2019)

The MY2022.5 Volkswagen T-Cross 85TSI Life is a light SUV from the C11 generation, powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine producing 85 kW and 200 Nm, driving the front wheels through a 7-speed DSG. Volkswagen Australia quoted combined fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100km and CO2 emissions of 123 g/km under ADR 81/02, with 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds. It rides on 16-inch Rochester alloy wheels with halogen headlights and manual air conditioning. Boot space is 385 litres with the rear seats up (up to 455 with the sliding rear bench forward) and 1,281 litres folded. This model year has been superseded; the T-Cross nameplate remains on sale in Australia in a later specification.

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