New Volkswagen T-Roc prices announced for Portugal

The second-generation Volkswagen T‑Roc looks set to become one of the German manufacturer’s most significant models over the coming years. Alongside a design that aligns with the brand’s latest products, it also introduces an all-new full hybrid powertrain - meaning there’s no need to plug it in to charge.

With that, the second-generation T‑Roc takes on major expectations, while remaining Volkswagen’s most “Portuguese” model: production will continue at the Autoeuropa plant in Palmela.

Although its market launch is only expected in November this year, the new Volkswagen T‑Roc is already available to order, with prices starting at €33 592.

Volkswagen T‑Roc: bigger in every way

The new Volkswagen T‑Roc has grown across the board. In terms of dimensions, it gains 122 mm in length (4,373 m), 9 mm in width (1,828 m) and in height (1,562 m), plus 28 mm in wheelbase (2,631 m).

That increase pays dividends inside, bringing more room for second-row passengers and a larger boot, which now offers 465 litres (20 litres more than before).

The evolution isn’t limited to size. The German SUV adopts a more “grown-up” look in line with Volkswagen’s latest models, featuring new front and rear light clusters now connected by a light bar and, for the first time, an illuminated Volkswagen badge.

More technology on board

Inside, Volkswagen promises a higher-quality, more sustainable cabin. The dashboard is trimmed in padded fabric and incorporates ambient lighting, while up to 40 kg of recycled plastics are used throughout the interior.

As with other models in the range, the new T‑Roc relocates the transmission selector behind the steering wheel and can be specified with up to three screens: a 10″ digital instrument cluster, a central display measuring 10,4″ (without navigation) or 12,9″ (with navigation), and an optional head-up display.

Even though the number of physical buttons has been reduced, there’s a new multifunction control on the centre console that lets you switch between volume, driving profiles and even the in-car ambience.

Volkswagen’s first full hybrid

One of the biggest headlines is the model’s first-ever full hybrid powertrain. While it won’t arrive until 2026, it’s already confirmed to be based on the familiar 1.5 TSI petrol engine paired with an electric motor, offered in two power levels: 136 cv and 170 cv, both with 306 Nm.

Until then, the new Volkswagen T‑Roc’s engine line-up will be limited to two 48 V mild-hybrid options already seen in other Volkswagen models. It uses the same petrol unit, but here matched with a less powerful electric motor, delivering 116 cv or 150 cv, along with a smaller battery.

In this second generation, the model has “said goodbye” to the 1.0 TSI engine and the manual gearbox that previously served as the entry point to the range - two changes significant enough to suggest the new T‑Roc’s starting price would rise sharply, but that isn’t really the case.

How much does it cost?

As mentioned, the new Volkswagen T‑Roc can already be ordered in Portugal from €33 592. While that’s higher than the previous generation (€32 343), the difference is only €1249. With that in mind, the range is organised as follows: