Volkswagen T-Cross

Volkswagen T-Cross. 2018 to date (prod. n/a). 5-door, 5-door LWB SUV. F/F, 999 cm³ (I3 DOHC), 1395, 1498 cm³ petrol, 1598 cm³ diesel (I4 DOHC). Launched on the same day in three locations around the world, representing three slightly different T-Crosses. For Europe, essentially a taller, crossover version of the Volkswagen Polo VI, with front-wheel drive only, and sitting on the same platform. Volkswagen’s smallest crossover when launched. Roomy, with flexible seating inside, and some customization options. Lane assist, blind spot detection, and a parking assist that can bring the car to a standstill to avoid collisions below 10 km/h. For Brazil and China, a longer-wheelbase (2,650 mm versus 2,560 mm) version was offered, based on the Volkswagen Virtus. Despite the added bulk, less boot space than the European T-Cross. Different front ends for both Brazilian (more chrome) and Chinese (Volkswagen Tiguan II-like front end). Torsion beams at rear, like Virtus, but especially calibrated. Brazilian model with plenty of safety kit but not as comprehensive as European model.

Manufacturing locations: Landaben, Pamplona, Spain; São José dos Pinhais, Curitiba, Brazil; Shanghai, China

Marque: Volkswagen