NEW VW T-Cross review - better than a T-Roc? | What Car?

[@RasheedKhan-he6xx]

Just came back from a working holiday in Italy and had one for a week. Comfort is fine, 6 hours on Italian roads can get a bit rattly but I wasn't too creased up or creaky at the end of a day's driving. Power is fine. Judging by the 5 speed manual gearbox I must have had the base engine; not much acceleration but managed to reach and hold decent speed on the motorway. Maneuverability is fine. Threading through narrow streets in Tuscan villages was a doddle as was parking etc. Overall I would say I was grateful to this little car for keeping my journey uneventful and getting me wherever I needed to be in safety and comfort.

[@mikadavies660]

SMALLEST..... Starting at £24,000 but actually £30,000 for the 1.5ltr that you are looking at...!! Does no-one see how mental these prices are.... A "jacked up" VW Polo for £30k! No wonder people are keeping their old cars for longer and NOT BUYING NEW CARS....

[@smitabhmoitra5726]

It's good that people are keeping old cars to be honest. Why change cars unless yours is starting to have serious issues? There are absurd amount of perfectly workable cars that are sat in dealerships. We talk about environmentalism, but changing cars so often means more manufacturing, which means : 1) much higher prices 2) the environment suffers Of course if you're wealthy, throw your money around how you like. Not many people are wealthy enough to really make a dent by buying a few cars.

[@msimomi]

I'm keeping my hybrid Lexus IS until it dies. It will probably outlive me though

[@cmartin_ok]

but you can't get the Polo with more than 94bhp in the UK. You have to pay a lot more for an Audi A1 if you want a VW or Audi supermini with over 100bhp

[@chrissimmonds3844]

@@cmartin_ok There's also the Seat Ibiza.

[@cmartin_ok]

@@chrissimmonds3844 Seems also limited to 94bhp in the UK

[@andrewfordrey3560]

I bought the T cross style, I believe it’s the only one that comes with iq matix lights with bars front and back plus iq drive assist. I think iq matrix light are extra on other models at around £1000

[@fradack3871]

Oui sur la finition (anciennement : Carat) et tu avait lecran digital en plus de serie pour cette finition

[@aldeacristian4582]

Considering a Cupra Formentor starts from around 30k for base spec with the 1.5 TSI and a base spec Formentor already has a lot of kit on it, it just makes the T Cross, Taigo and T Rog look like bad value for money

[@twistsouth514]

Formentor is lush inside as well. Mate just bought one.

[@MLife1972]

Super review. I'm a bit annoyed that the 1.5 litre isn't available in Australia as that size car with a zippy engine would be a hoot.

[@AnimalMother98]

Can't wait for the car market to crash to get rid of these insane prices

[@kevinyoung2469]

Does not matter how good it is, fact is its too expensive for what it is. Overprided by about £10,000 on the £31,000 price tag of the model tested here.

[@portman8909]

The 1 litre engine works for a Polo, but this car looks to be a lot heavier so I imagine that engine is not enough even with the turbo.

[@alessandrohudson5221]

I have one thing to say (actually two). The first one: Your T-Cross is much better (and more cheaper) than our in Brazil. The second one is that I didn't like the rear lights, seems like the Jeep Renegade. In this color with turbo engine and sport wheels gets nice. Taigo in Brazil is named Nivus!!

[@lewis02mc]

The size of those bezels around the infotainment display is just beyond laughable, same goes for the “upgraded” larger screen option. Can’t believe that in 2024, a new Dacia Duster has a nicer looking infotainment screen than a VW product! 🤣

[@ivangalea8628]

So many errors! The R-Line doesn't have the front lower cornering lights unless you upgrade to the IQ Light LED Matrix Headlights.. Also, the 114hp engine is a DSG automatic, not a manual. And the yellow is actually called Rubber Ducky Yellow. But a nice car all the same!

[@stevenjones916]

Are you in the UK ?

[@JR-fw2jo]

The prices on these are insane

[@erics2147]

Does it have a spare wheel (essential until our roads are fixed) ?

[@cmartin_ok]

VW now charge extra to supply a spare wheel and jack. Until fairly recently they used to be standard, one of the few car makers to have still done this. I won't buy a car unless it has a spare but I do object to having to pay extra. Now I can't afford to buy new, it's going to make buying a car much more difficult

[@einfelder8262]

@@cmartin_ok You are paying less when it has no spare. Your thinking is back to front. You can go to a wrecking yard and buy a suitable wheel and tyre for peanuts, FAR less than a dealer would charge. Alternatively, buy a bottle of Slime and take note when the TPMS lights up to warn you of a possible puncture.

[@cmartin_ok]

@einfelder8262 my thinking is not backward. I've unfortunately suffered many punctures usually from builders knife blades and similar debris. All cars used to come with spare wheels in the past so why not now when the condition of our roads in the UK has deteriorated so badly?

[@einfelder8262]

@@cmartin_ok Because 95% of cars never use the spare wheel. It's a huge material waste to supply spares that will never be used. If you are puncture prone, take care of your needs by going to the wrecker and buy a cheap spare, like I already said.

[@martinwalsh5513]

When you are paying €40.000 for a car you expect a spare wheel . I don't buy if there is not one includedlus you never know when you get a puncture

[@lionelfarres2846]

TSI 150 DSG is one of the best combo small 4 cylinders petrol engine and automated gear box, sharing the first place with the TCE 160 EDC 7 available on Renault Captur.

[@m80116]

Which is probably far more reliable than the VW.

[@mitchreeves1]

I like the 1.4T Suzuki boosterjet.

[@jaybal600]

Got the 1.5 with DSG in my Tiguan. Low rev power when pulling away is almost dangerous at fast junctions and roundabouts. Have to be conscious of this weakness when driving.

[@twistsouth514]

@@jaybal600put it in sport mode. These days “D” is eco mode and “E” is almost unusable. Sport gives you all the power available and doesn’t gimp the throttle curve.

[@einfelder8262]

@@m80116 A Renault more reliable than a VW? Hahahahahahahahahahaha, what are you smoking, bloke?

[@adnanp4523]

This guy reviewing the car, is saying this car is the cheapest vw car and it’s still £30k has he no shame. That he is just saying it as though £30k is okay. It is not. The companies of the world are profiteering way too much of the consumers and there just isn’t any value for money anymore.

Why is the hand brake still on the left side

[@nickhickson8738]

Why a handbrake at all?

[@vp272]

This actually looks good in lower spec match trim. Like the chunky styling but it is looking abit tired inside

[@graemetaylor629]

had to switch off before watching the vid after you said the price ! £30.000.00 ffs

[@OzgunDoganbaloglu]

You mentioned all important points. Thank you.for a good review.

[@whatthe6532]

Still got the bouncy torsion beam rear end???

[@adams7405]

It has..most people won't ever notice any difference

[@evoeve1]

which engines have wet cambelts?

[@David_Denali]

Glad they still offer the stick Id never buy anything but manual or an AT for daily driving

[@thomaschristou1075]

You'd never buy anything other than manual or AT? So what other options are there then? 😂

[@windroid_user]

@@thomaschristou1075 Horseback carriage?! Duh! 😂

[@musiclistens12]

well its really cool but theres a problem the car inside is kinda soft and the seat is so flat and its kinda electric like tesla and well the engine kinda heated up and it need a cooler down so the tire suspension is kinda a bit problem its really refrencing from the cyber trucls suspension if that has been tried then how much is it?

[@alangordon3283]

Are you inebriated

[@joe80ss]

Ok, so tcross initial purchase is value for money, but what about servicing and parts and general running costs. Vw still one of the highest priced parts around.

[@aldeacristian4582]

TBH VAG cars are not terrible value for maintenance… plenty of good quality aftermarket parts, also most garages know how to work on them

[@chasf3433]

Dated engines with not even mild hybrid tech let alone full hybrid. Cheap suspension but high prices. No thanks.

[@toyotaprius79]

E X A C T L Y

[@Incoherent-excitement]

Think they removed blind spot detection on t-cross, which is a huge let down

[@johnlaine2654]

In Australia Blind Spot was removed after the Covid shutdown. Laughingly now that chip shortages are no longer an issue it still hasnt come back. I have a 2021 Style model ( here there is only the 1 Litre TSI with the 115 BHP engine and Auto Only) and the Blind Spot was standard . It’s good around town and a bit short of power at Highway speeds.We also get a 5 Year unlimited Klms Warranty. Over 2 years I have had Front Disc rotors and pads replaced due to warping ( twice).Funny thing is First set was covered under warranty,but the 2nd was denied as I changed the 17 inch Factory alloys to 17 inch after market ones( this was After the 1st replacement. VW. Blamed it on the alloys. So why did the 1st brakes fail? They wouldn’t say but told me I shouldn’t change from the Factory supplied Brand of tyres either?What? Actually the original tyres were put back on the new wheels.Anything to get out of a warranty claim. Won’t buy another VW… and I have had several.Customer Service stinks here in Australia.

[@linkin543210]

Surely there is a price fixing going on by big manufacturers?

[@pierrejacobs5850]

By every single one of these auto-manufacturers, NOT EXCLUDING VW!

[@mambesigoje7006]

Does it have a sunroof option?

[@koloryty]

No

[@jdmguy44]

Outclassed by the Peugeot 2008

[@robertwalker1742]

Price is a lot when you compare to a XC40, that car is much better built.

[@reson_8]

I'm 178cm and I found the T-Roc has too little leg room in the back (in my driving position). The T-Cross has way more leg room, so this is something to keep in mind when deciding between these two.

[@MargrietBossink]

What about the decibel when driving?

[@mitchreeves1]

I've driven loads of different small SUV's in recent moments (Captur, Juke, T-Cross, Puma, Duster, Kamiq and Vitara). For me, i thought the Vitara was the best. It's the only one that actually feels like an SUV. All the others feel like jacked up superminis (which they are). I drove the 1.4T SZ5 mild hybrid with Allgrip and a manual transmission. It works excellently. Whats strange is car reviews give it such an average score. Other cars in the competion may have more upmarket interiors, but they dont look nor feel like an SUV nor do they feel like they will last (apart from the Duster, that car is excellent for the money and feels like it will last). Only issue with the Vitara is the first years depreciation. It loses around £10k in 18 months but then holds onto its value well after that. Duster is by far the best new car here for the money conscious, especially the new one they're bringing out. The best all rounder by far was the Vitara. There's so much kit on the car and its very nice to drive and cheap to run, you get 7 years warranty with Dacia and Suzuki too.

[@jdmguy44]

Only thing that holds the Vitara back is the interior. A shame as it's otherwise a very good small SUV. The drivetrain in typical Suzuki/Japanese fashion is a highlight. A four cylinder turbo engine and mild hybrid tech as standard with the (unusual for this class) option of 4WD. I'd have one at the right price.

[@mitchreeves1]

@jdmguy44 I don't even think the interior is that bad. Everything you actually touch is of nice quality and it has a real robust feel to it all. The seats look and feel great. I was amazed at how refined it is inside. The infotainment system is good but it's looks is what let's the interior down, it looks like it's a Halfords aftermarket fit!

[@Brian-om2hh]

I looked at one of these a year or so ago, prior to trying a Skoda Kamiq. The Kamiq felt wider internally, had way more rear passenger leg room, due to it's 5 inch longer wheelbase, which also offers a longer rear load bed with the rear seats folded. The T Cross didn't just "gel" for me, so I chose the Skoda....

[@StoychoBalchev]

properly the display is facing the passengers at the back i see ....

[@IreneCathrine]

T cross u never go wrong .expensive but u will enjoy the road.i just bought t cross 2024 model i enjoy it

[@markatkins5127]

A pity that neither the T-Cross or T-Roc come with any form of hybrid technology - not even 48v mild hybrid tech. VW can argue that they have a range of fully electric and PHEV options, but private buyers, with more limited budget, or no off street parking, are being left out of what can feel like the select 'electrified club'. I also think they need to renew the NCAP safety rating on the T-Roc. Personally, I prefer the little Land Rover look of the pre-facelifted T-Cross. The new look is a bit toy town.

[@toyotaprius79]

🥱😒 that crossover lump. Anyone remember what cars have become?

[@T0LL1S]

I can't understand why on such a nice little suv the vw people decided not to produce it in europe with a panoramic roof like in brazil and asia.

[@simonp9075]

Boring and all VWs are so over priced. Will loose so many sales across Europe to the new sensibly priced Dacia Duster with great looks, good tech and is a full hybrid and and a real 4x4 all for cheaper money, that is why its already Europe's best selling SUV.

[@thomashumber9762]

a 1L engine with 114 bhp....doubt it will last. Is this a 2WD or 4WD?

[@cowtc]

Not sure why but every time I come across a T cross on the road, it’s been driven aggressively. Same with majority of Nissan Jukes

[@aye3678]

Near where I am, T-cross drivers are old people.

[@jdmguy44]

​@@aye3678yeah that's what I see too. Always driven very sedately by oldies.

[@awsinger1]

I was going to go for the 6 speed manual but test drove the 5 speed 95ps and it was powerful enough for me and sits comfy on the motorway. Glad I saved my money, the entry level engine shouldn't be underestimated :)

[@sebastianstoica578]

Does anyone know why there is that cut in the headlights where the meet the bonnet? It's the same thing in the new Duster.

[@mariolosberg4257]

In that class Toyota Yaris cross or Škoda kamiq, the best choice

[@beautyofnature4890]

Don't like still have manual hand brake

[@nickhickson8738]

Brake?

[@beautyofnature4890]

@nickhickson8738 thank you for correcting

[@AnimalMother98]

VW and upmarket aren't really 2 worlds which make sense together in a sentence lol. VW is a common people's car (hence their name), if you want upmarket go for an Audi or BMW. We want affordable cars!

[@shawkat1649]

The Nissan Juke is better compared to the T cross. More discounts available. Comes with a Lower Starting price and has a decent interior as well.

[@kb8570]

Too expensive. Your better off buying a 2 year old Tesla for the same price.

[@auchen888dolly8]

Not if you trips regularly of over 400 miles infrastructure really is not there yet buy a hybrid .. I drive that distance every month and in a Tesla once took me 12 hours as the fast charge was broken on M6 and needed to wait for people to fix it … as trump would say to boring 😂

[@nickhickson8738]

With an EV you have to drive on motorways everywhere, don't you?

[@kidfreejones]

For a that'll do little car, when we want slighty higher seating to match the rest of the road these days, this is a cool offering. Good for those who aren't "car" people but want to feel good about what they have.

[@toyotaprius79]

No wonder small cars have turned into unaffordable SUV mock ups with record.profit margins.

[@roughsponge]

So should you buy a T-Cross?. My 2019 SEAT Ibiza with 15,000 km has the DSG micro switch failure with nagging idiot light, now out of warranty I find the cost of a $1 switch will cost me $462.55 NZ that doesn't include fitting and this has happened to thousands of VAG owners, I would never buy VAG group vehicles again. Scandalous!

[@UKcounties]

100% right, my VW Golf mk 7 (in UK) had major DSG gearbox problems, thankfully it was in third year of manufacturer's warranty so they had to fix it by getting parts from Deutscheland, just few months later it would have cost me a fortune. Since then for me all VW group cars are a strict no.

[@Draeber]

that airconditioning panel is horrible.

[@imraaanmini]

In india its 11k here its double due to tax

[@oliverlowe7137]

How do you miss that grape yellow was changed to rubber ducky yellow after a vote on social media!!!!

[@alfgarnett2360]

Nice little motor but atleast give it a hoover before review

[@EtheM68]

0:06 and 0:29 bmw?

[@ionesit0]

I have a 1.0 TSI 124hps automatic and that engine is absolutely fine. Nippy acceleration and capable of overtaking at high speeds.

[@tim_ashton]

This is just a cosplay of a Ford interior

[@zianeshkasparen4358]

Bummer. No mo Diesel.

[@dumisanimaseko1417]

T Cross is the only good looking one

[@worldhello1234]

@3:40 That's bad for someone with an interior fetish who constantly needs to caress the materials.

[@amateurdj4208]

40k€ r line 150hp 1.5

[@NicasiusDeVries]

VW getting uglier and uglier while Peugeot getting slicker and hotter

[@MrMarcob73]

Looks like a car made expressly for south america market or for a retired people. No way 🙅 😂horrendous car like most of the vw

[@AndreWatson-p8z]

But still no roof hand grips. The T-Cross and below do not have them and cannot be retro fitted!! So if you are disabled then this car is useless!!

[@jordancarragher7752]

Probably one of the most boring interiors out there

[@PrevailingTruth0]

Why did you say that?

[@jamesjames8174]

No rear air vents, boo!

[@theanswer1993]

Just buy the new Dacia Duster. Much better car and for 25k euros

[@mert2mert]

You know what? It's OK for you to earn money thanks to other countries' viewers rather than yours but you don't give a damn about mentioning things like l/100km (or writing in paranthesis on the screen) etc. It's a real shame. Don't expect thumbs up, subs, notifications...

[@robans]

Looks like a shoe.

[@FalseProfiter]

I suffer with terrible insomnia, but all these generic SUV type dullard machines, are great to fall asleep to😂😂

[@toyotaprius79]

They're even better for squeezing record profits to create record dividends and record inflation for everyone else.

[@jimviv6030]

Just get a Kamiq.

[@Brian-om2hh]

I did......

[@truthseeker9988]

👍👍

[@ozamosantuwe]

Lame titles as always😢

[@martinallinson1549]

Utter shi*e. I'd rather have a Dacia