We test the new Volkswagen T-Roc R, which feels like it evokes the spirit and value of the old Mk 7 Golf R hot hatch, but in an SUV body.

Time codes:
0:00 - Intro
1:07 - Design
2:10 - Boot Space
3:18 - Interior
6:55 - Back Seats
8:14 - Running Costs
9:14 - Driving
14:44 - Verdict

The Volkswagen T-Roc R is the sportiest version of the 2023 T-Roc small SUV, but it is also the cheapest Volkswagen R product at $59,300 in Australia. That’s a lot less than the Mk 8 Golf R, and actually, the T-Roc R feels more like a Mk 7.5 Golf R, which is great! It uses a 221kW (296 hp) 2.0T petrol four-cylinder EA888 engine and AWD.

Rivals to the Volkswagen T-Roc R include the Hyundai Kona N, Cupra Ateca, BMW X2 M35i, and other sporty, small SUVs.

As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct - so this is an independent, honest review of the Volkswagen T-Roc.

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