Is the VW T-Roc being discontinued?
The maker is winding down the introduction of new combustion-engined models as it looks ahead to an electric car-only future. But before the switch, the German company will manage to sneak in one last all-new petrol model: the next-generation Volkswagen T-Roc crossover. The new Volkswagen T-Roc is in the final stages of development ahead of its launch as the last pure-ICE car from the German firm, new spy shots have revealed. Set for launch in 2026, the second-generation T-Roc has been given a front end similar to the new Tiguan, with a redesigned grille and refreshed LED headlights.Volkswagen T-Roc value for money You’ll pay more for a Volkswagen T-Roc compared to rivals but at least it’s well equipped and should hold its value when it comes to resale time. It won’t cost a lot to run, either, although it’s a shame you can’t buy a hybrid T-Roc.The Volkswagen T-Roc is available in 1498 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Skoda Karoq is available in 1498 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.
What does the T-Roc stand for?
But let us quickly explain: the T is shared with the first letter of VW’s other SUVs; the Roc – and we’re quoting Volkswagen here – has been derived from the English word ‘rock’, which stands for the positioning of the T-Roc as a crossover… and this car really rocks the segment. Production: The T-Roc is manufactured at Volkswagen’s Setúbal plant near Lisbon in Portugal, formed in 1991, it began operations in 1995. The design of the T-Roc follows an expressive Volkswagen SUV DNA, which is similar to that of the Tiguan and the Touareg.Sorry to break the news to you, but the Volkswagen T-Roc isn’t named after Dwayne The Rock Johnson. Instead, its name relates to VW wanting to rock the segment. The model preceded other small SUVs in the brand’s range, including the smaller, chunky VW T-Cross and the also smaller, coupé-style VW Taigo.
Is VW T-ROC fuel efficient?
The 1. TSI posts WLTP figures of 49. TSI manages 47. TSI achieves 38. Our experience with the 1. TSI shows you can expect to get 40 to 45mpg from it, while you should be able to get 45mpg-ish from the 1. TSI. Mid-30s are more realistic for the 2. TSI. At the entry point to the Volkswagen T-Roc range, the 113bhp 1. TSI petrol engine manages a combined economy figure of 49. Remarkably, our favourite 1. TSI engine isn’t far behind this at 47.
Which T-Roc engine is best?
Volkswagen T-Roc petrol engines The 150hp 1. TSI is a better bet. It serves up considerably punchier performance than the 1. The 1. The diesels are great for very long-distance drivers, with miserly fuel consumption, but you won’t get the best from them around town.Volkswagen T-Roc petrol engines The 150hp 1. TSI is a better bet. It serves up considerably punchier performance than the 1.