CityLife
$38,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.4L turbo petrol
- Power
- 110 kW
- Drive
- FWD
Volkswagen
2026 Volkswagen T-Roc
Small SUV
On sale nowPetrol
From $38,990 plus on-road costs
The T-Roc is Volkswagen's small SUV, sharing its MQB platform with the Polo, Golf and Skoda Karoq.
From$38,990+ORC
Engine1.4L turbo petrol
Power110 to 140 kW
Fuel use6.3 L/100 km
Boot445 L
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the T-Roc yet. On paper, the T-Roc R has left the range. The 140TSI R-Line at $49,990 plus on-roads is the only AWD grade; the 110TSI Style at $41,990 is the sweet spot. A new generation arrives in 2027.
Why consider it
- T-Roc R makes 235 kW for a 4.9-second 0 to 100 km/h with an optional Akrapovic titanium exhaust, while Sport and R both keep 4MOTION AWD and 1,900 kg braked towing.
- Physical climate buttons retained.
What to know
- 5-year warranty trails Korean and Chinese 7-year rivals, the ANCAP rating dates to the 2017 protocol, and there is no hybrid or EV option in the range.
Who it suits
Hot SUV buyers chasing the R flagship, snow-tow buyers wanting 4MOTION AWD and 1,900 kg braked tow on the Sport, and single-car couples who want German engineering with a clear performance ladder.
City drivers
Compact footprint, 445 L boot
Small families
Practical everyday space
Keen drivers
110 to 140 kW on tap
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.4L turbo petrol
Powertrain
110 to 140 kW, 250 to 320 Nm
6.3 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
3 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CityLife | $38,990 +ORC | 1.4L turbo petrol | 110 kW | FWD | ||
| 110TSI Style | $41,990 +ORC | 1.4L turbo petrol | 110 kW | 6.3 L/100 km | FWD | |
| 140TSI R-Line | $49,990 +ORC | 2.0L turbo petrol | 140 kW | AWD |
110TSI Style
$41,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.4L turbo petrol
- Power
- 110 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
140TSI R-Line
$49,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo petrol
- Power
- 140 kW
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
445 L
Boot space
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2017
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a longer warranty (Skoda Karoq sibling at 7 years), a hybrid powertrain (Hyundai Kona Hybrid), or a PHEV variant (Cupra Formentor PHEV).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Volkswagen T-Roc in Australia?
Pricing opens at $38,990 plus on-roads for the CityLife and tops out at $49,990 plus on-roads for the 140TSI R-Line, across 3 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
How fast is the Volkswagen T-Roc R?
4.9 seconds 0 to 100 km/h from the EA888 2.0-litre TSI tuned to 235 kW and 400 Nm, with 4MOTION AWD and a 7-speed DSG.
How much can the Volkswagen T-Roc tow?
1,400 kg braked on the Style, 1,900 kg braked on the Sport and R grades.
Has cartell.live reviewed the Volkswagen T-Roc R?
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The Volkswagen T-Roc in full
The T-Roc is Volkswagen's small SUV, sharing its MQB platform with the Polo, Golf and Skoda Karoq. With the Tiguan moving upmarket, the T-Roc is now VW Australia's volume small SUV play, and this run-out range has three grades from $38,990 to $49,990 plus on-roads ahead of a new mild-hybrid generation in 2027.
From$38,990+ORC
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