The Brazilian-spec VW T-Cross will make its public
debut at the Sao Paulo Motor Show 2018 that will be held between the 8 & 18
of November. Ahead of its first official appearance, a test mule of the small
SUV has been spotted by Mr. Thomas of Autos Segredos.
The Brazilian-spec VW T-Cross will share its
platform with the VW Virtus. With a wheelbase of 2.65-metres, it will offer a
higher leg space for the rear passengers than the EU-spec model, which has a
wheelbase of 2.56-metres. That said, much like the Europe-spec SUV, the
Brazilian model will feature sliding seats that can be folded to achieve a flat
floor. Going by the spy images, the T-Cross for the South American nations will
sport new body panels.
The features list for the Brazilian VW T-Cross will
be similar to its European sibling. It will include Active Info Display, 8-inch
touchscreen for the infotainment unit, a brake pads drying system, traction
control, Electronic Differential Lock (XDS), and Automatic Post-Collision
Braking System.
Engine options for the VW T-Cross in the Brazilian
market will include 1.0-litre and 1.4-litre TSI flex-fuel motors. The smaller
unit will produce a maximum power of 116 hp at 5,500 rpm and a peak torque of
200 Nm between 2,000 and 3,500 rpm. With ethanol, the motor outputs 28 hp at
5,500 rpm. Transmission options include a five-speed manual and a six-speed
automatic. The 1.4-litre engine will output 150 hp at 4,500 rpm on both ethanol
and petrol. It offers a peak torque of 250 Nm from 1,500 rpm and comes mated to
a six-speed automatic transmission.
