Volkswagen has
officially unveiled the new T-Roc. Designed to slot beneath the Tiguan, the
T-Roc will become the brand's entry-level crossover and it has been designed to
appeal to everyone from millennials to empty nesters.
On the styling front, the T-Roc adopts a sporty
appearance as the model has been equipped with a wide grille, slender
headlights, and distinctive LED daytime running lights. Customers will also
find muscular wheel arches, plastic body cladding, and chrome trim which runs
all the way from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
At back, the T-Roc has a tailgate-mounted spoiler,
a steeply raked rear window, and a sporty rear bumper. Volkswagen also notes
the model is the company's first crossover to be offered with two-tone paint
that applies a contrasting finish to the roof, mirrors, and A-pillars.
The five-seat interior has a number of high-tech
features including a digital instrument cluster and a Composition Color
infotainment system. Drivers will also find a three-spoke steering wheel,
familiar switchgear, and spacious cargo compartment which can hold up to 1,290
liters (45.5 cubic feet) of luggage. A variety of different options will be
available including colored trim and sport comfort seats.
On the safety front, all T-Rocs will come standard
with Automatic Post-Collision Braking, City Emergency Braking, Lane Assist, and
Front Assist with Pedestrian Monitoring. Optional systems include Adaptive
Cruise Control, Rear Traffic Alert, Park Assist, and Traffic Jam Assist - just
to name a few.
Under the hood, a variety of different turbocharged
engines will be available. Choices include three petrol units and three diesel
options. They can be paired to either a manual or seven-speed DSG transmission.
Front-wheel drive is standard but all-wheel drive will be optional. The T-Roc will be launched in November and
German pricing will start at around € 20,000.
