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Volkswagen T-Roc verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 3.9 out of 53.9
Volkswagen T-Roc review (2022)
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Written by Tom Wiltshire Published: 5 October 2022 Updated: 5 October 2022

Should you buy one?

The VW T-Roc has enough about it to justify a place on your driveway, but there isn’t much to help it stand out from the crowd. It will definitely appeal to small families looking for something practical yet funky, and it’s cheaper and more spacious than an Audi Q2. The downside is less-than-exemplary interior quality – a surprise for a Volkswagen.

We’d recommend picking the 1.5-litre petrol engine if you can. Unless you’re predominantly going to drive in cities, you’ll want to avoid the lower-powered T-Rocs and pick one with at least 150hp if your funds allow. By the same token, the mid-range trim levels represent the best value, so we’d opt for a Style or R-Line model for the sweet spot in the spec ladder, depending on your taste in trinkets and extras.

What we like

The Volkswagen T-Roc manages to blend functionality and funkiness seamlessly, creating an appealing family SUV. It’s surprisingly enjoyable to drive and the ride is fairly cosseting, although we’d avoid the high-end models with their oversized alloy wheels – they tend to spoil the ride somewhat. Better still, the T-Roc has some appealing technology and a wide range of customisation options, which should play well with customers. The VW badge will be reassuring to many buyers, too.

What we don’t like

The T-Roc’s interior is something of a disappointment, if only because we’ve come to expect better quality from Volkswagen. We’re used to seeing plush materials on the dashboard and doors, but the T-Roc’s cabin is awash with harder, scratchier materials than you might expect, even after the 2022 facelift. And although it can feel a little cheap, the price can soon rise to surprising levels if you get greedy with the options list. You have been warned.

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Parkers ratings

Performance

4.3 out of 54.3

Handling

4.3 out of 54.3

Behind the wheel

3.8 out of 53.8

Comfort

4.1 out of 54.1

Running costs

4 out of 54.0

Green credentials

3.6 out of 53.6

Reliability

3.8 out of 53.8

Equipment

4 out of 54.0

Safety

4.5 out of 54.5

Practicality

4.4 out of 54.4

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