85TSI Life
$34,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl
- Power
- 85 kW
- Drive
- FWD
Volkswagen
2026 Volkswagen T-Cross
Light SUV
On sale nowPetrol
From $34,990 plus on-road costs
The T-Cross is the smallest SUV in Volkswagen Australia's line-up, sitting below the T-Roc and Tiguan.
From$34,990+ORC
Engine1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl
Power85 kW
Boot385 L
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the T-Cross yet. On paper, style is the value pick at $38,490. R-Line is the looks-and-feel pick. Life remains the price leader if you can live without the larger 9.2-inch screen and Matrix LEDs.
Why consider it
- Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto standard from the $34,990 base car.
- Sliding rear bench flexes boot space from 385 to 455 L, still unmatched in the segment.
- Digital Cockpit cluster standard on every grade after facelift.
What to know
- 85 kW from a 1.0L three-cylinder is light for an SUV at highway speeds.
- No AWD, no hybrid, no PHEV in the Australian range.
- ANCAP rating dates to 2019, before the latest protocol changes.
Who it suits
First-car owners wanting a compact, easy-to-park city SUV, city couples needing the sliding bench for real boot flexibility, tech-from-base buyers chasing wireless CarPlay as standard, and spec-shoppers wanting R-Line styling and Matrix LED at light-SUV money.
City drivers
Compact footprint, 385 L boot
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl
Powertrain
85 kW, 200 Nm
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
3 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85TSI Life | $34,990 +ORC | 1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl | 85 kW | FWD | |
| 85TSI Style | $38,490 +ORC | 1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl | 85 kW | FWD | |
| 85TSI R-Line | $41,490 +ORC | 1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl | 85 kW | FWD |
85TSI Style
$38,490 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl
- Power
- 85 kW
- Drive
- FWD
85TSI R-Line
$41,490 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.0L turbo petrol 3cyl
- Power
- 85 kW
- Drive
- FWD
Practicality and safety
385 L
Boot space. 455 L sliding bench
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2019
FWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a hybrid (Toyota Yaris Cross or MG ZS Hybrid), all-wheel drive (CX-3 or Yaris Cross AWD), or a longer warranty (MG ZS runs 10 years).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Volkswagen T-Cross in Australia?
Pricing opens at $34,990 plus on-roads for the 85TSI Life and tops out at $41,490 plus on-roads for the 85TSI R-Line, across 3 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
Is the Volkswagen T-Cross available as a hybrid?
No. The Australian T-Cross runs a single 1.0L TSI three-cylinder turbo petrol with a 7-speed DSG and front-wheel drive across all three grades. There is no hybrid or PHEV option locally.
Does the T-Cross have wireless Apple CarPlay?
Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard from the base Life grade.
What is the Volkswagen T-Cross warranty?
5 years unlimited km, with capped-price servicing or pre-paid service plans through Volkswagen Australia.
The Volkswagen T-Cross in full
The T-Cross is the smallest SUV in Volkswagen Australia's line-up, sitting below the T-Roc and Tiguan. The C1 facelift arrived locally in 2024 with restyled bumpers, Matrix LED headlights on higher grades, a redesigned interior and a Digital Cockpit cluster across the range. Three grades, one 1.0L TSI powertrain, 7-speed DSG, FWD only. Pricing runs $34,990 to $41,490 plus on-roads.
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