# Volkswagen T-Cross

The Volkswagen T-Cross is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen. It is based on the MQB A0 platform shared with the Polo Mk6, and was officially launched in April 2019. It is positioned below the T-Roc and alongside the Taigo/Nivus, but above Tera.

## Overview

The T-Cross started as a replacement for a cancelled project of a small SUV based on the Volkswagen Taigun concept which was showcased in São Paulo in 2012. It is an SUV based on the Volkswagen Up! with a length of under 3.9 m destined for Europe, Brazil and India, and was planned to be on sale in 2016 after the project was green-lit in 2012. In 2016, Volkswagen cancelled the plan of producing the Taigun after an internal study concluded that its dimension was too small. Volkswagen shifted its focus onto developing a Polo-based small SUV instead, which eventually spawned the T-Cross. The Taigun nameplate is being reused as a rebadged long-wheelbase T-Cross for the Indian market.
In 2016, the T-Cross was previewed as a concept car called the VW T-Cross Breeze at the Geneva Motor Show. This vehicle was, in contrast to the production version, a four-seater convertible with a fabric top. The T-Cross Breeze was 4.13 metres (162.6 in) long, 1.80 metres (70.9 in) wide and 1.56 metres (61.4 in) high. The concept vehicle was powered by a 1.0-litre TSI engine with 81 kW (109 hp) and 175 N⋅m (129 lbf⋅ft) of torque.
The production version of the T-Cross was officially launched on 25 October 2018 simultaneously in three cities located in three continents – Amsterdam, Shanghai and São Paulo – demonstrating T-Cross's nature as a global product. The model is produced in China and Brazil with a modified length of 4.2 m and a longer wheelbase of 2.65 m shared with the Škoda Kamiq and Volkswagen Virtus, with the goal of improving interior space. These models also have different front fascias and steering wheels from the variant sold in Europe.

## Markets
### Europe

Debuted in Amsterdam, the T-Cross is positioned below the T-Roc in Volkswagen Europe SUV line-up and acts as an entry-level model. The vehicle is built together with the Volkswagen Polo at Volkswagen Navarra S.A. in Pamplona, Spain.
Although the T-Cross is only slightly smaller than the Golf-based T-Roc, VW is marketing the T-Cross as the more practical and family-oriented car, as Volkswagen expects the T-Cross to appeal to young families and older demographics due to its tall roof and its high driving position.
Four engines have been announced for the launch model, and only one of them is a diesel, which is 1.6-litre TDI four-cylinder unit with 95 PS (94 hp; 70 kW). There are two versions of the 1.0-litre TSI turbo petrol three-cylinder, with either 95 PS (94 hp; 70 kW) or 115 PS (113 hp; 85 kW), and a range-topping 1.5-litre TSI petrol with 150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW). It is available with a 5- or 6-speed manual, and a 7-speed DSG transmission. All T-Cross variants are front-wheel drive as its Polo-sourced underpinnings do not support an all-wheel drive configuration. It was delivered to the customers in April 2019.
The T-Cross went on sale in Turkey in March 2022.
* Rear view
* Volkswagen T-Cross SE
* Volkswagen T-Cross R-Line
* Interior
* 2023 facelift
* 2023 facelift

#### T-Cross First Edition

First-edition models are based on a T-Cross style 1.0-litre TSI with 115 PS (113 hp; 85 kW). It is available in 150 and 50 units in manual and dual-clutch gearboxes respectively, which were available as part of a lottery.

#### Powertrain

Petrol engines :
| Model | Displacement | Power | Torque | Transmission |
| 1.0 TSI 95 | 999 cc I3 | 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) | 175 N⋅m (129 lb⋅ft) | 5-speed manual |
| 1.0 TSI 115 | 999 cc I3 | 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) | 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) | 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG |
| 1.5 TSI 150 | 1,498 cc I4 | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) | 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG |
| Diesel engine |||||
| 1.6 TDI 95 | 1,598 cc I4 | 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) | 5-speed manual or 7-speed DSG |

### Latin America
#### Brazil

Unveiled on 25 October 2018 and sold from April 2019, the T-Cross built in São José dos Pinhais plant in Brazil is a long-wheelbase version one, sharing the 2.65 m wheelbase with the Virtus which stretches its length to 4.19 m while keeping it on the MQB A0 platform.
The Latin American T-Cross is available with several engine options, including 1.0-litre TSI making 128 hp (130 PS; 95 kW) used in the Brazil-made Polo and Virtus serving as an entry option, while the high-end trims is equipped with 1.4-litre TSI engine capable of 150 hp (152 PS; 112 kW) produced in São Carlos, São Paulo. The São José dos Pinhais plant will also manufacture the T-Cross with 1.6-litre MSI engine with 110 hp (112 PS; 82 kW) of power output dedicated for exports to other Latin American countries and LHD African countries. It is available with a 6-speed manual transmission for the lowest trim, while the other trims solely available with a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The Brazilian-made T-Cross used torsion beam for the rear suspension, sharing its suspension configuration with the Virtus with specific calibrations for an SUV model.
While the Brazilian-made T-Cross has a longer wheelbase compared to the European version, the engineering team focused on making a larger space and legroom for the second row passengers. As the result, the capacity of the boot was reduced. While the European T-Cross carries between 385 and 455 litres (rear seats unfolded, depends on the rear seat recline position), the Brazilian model is only capable of 373–420 litres. This is also the case for the Chinese T-Cross and Tacqua, being the long-wheelbase version of the T-Cross.

#### Mexico

The T-Cross was introduced in Mexico in September 2019 and was imported from Brazil. It uses a 1.6-litre engine coupled with the Tiptronic six speed automatic transmission. It is the second car in Volkswagen's Mexican lineup to use the MQB A0 platform. It also comes with a 6.5" Composition Media and Apple CarPlay infotainment system, six airbags, ABS brakes and electronic stability control, and automatic post collision braking is available in all versions. It obtained a five star rating by Latin NCAP. It arrived to the market in Mexico in 2019.
The Brazilian-made T-Cross was briefly sold alongside the Indian-made Taigun, which went on sale in February 2023. The Taigun replaced the T-Cross in the market.

#### Powertrain

Petrol engines :
| Model | Displacement | Power | Torque | Transmission |
| 1.0 200 TSI | 999 cc I3 | 118 PS (87 kW; 116 hp) (with petrol) | 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) | 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic |
| 1.0 200 TSI | 999 cc I3 | 130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp) (with ethanol) | 200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) | 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic |
| 1.5 250 TSI | 1,498 cc I4 | 152 PS (112 kW; 150 hp) | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) | 6-speed automatic |
| 1.6 MSI | 1,598 cc I4 | 112 PS (82 kW; 110 hp) | 155 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) | 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic |
* Volkswagen T-Cross (Chile)
* Volkswagen T-Cross (Colombia)
* Volkswagen T-Cross (Colombia)
* Interior (Colombia)

### China

In China, the car is offered by two manufacturers (SAIC-Volkswagen and FAW-Volkswagen) with two different names, which are the T-Cross and Tacqua respectively.

#### T-Cross

The Chinese market T-Cross was unveiled on 25 October 2018. It is manufactured and marketed by SAIC-VW and adopted the long-wheelbase body like the Brazilian T-Cross. It features a different front and rear bumpers to adapt with the Chinese market taste and trends. It is available in two engine options, which include 1.4-litre TSI which makes 148 hp (150 PS; 110 kW) and 1.5-litre MPI with 113 hp (115 PS; 84 kW) of power output. It went on sale in April 2019.
* Volkswagen T-Cross (China)
* Volkswagen T-Cross (China)

#### Tacqua

The twin model of the T-Cross for the Chinese market is named the Tacqua. Manufactured and marketed by FAW-VW, the Tacqua bears more resemblance with the Brazilian-made T-Cross in terms of exterior appearance, with the exception of the Tacqua R-Line model which is a new design. The Tacqua offers the same long-wheelbase body and engine options as the T-Cross built by SAIC-VW, which are 1.4-litre TSI and 1.5-litre MPI. It was unveiled in November 2019 and launched to the market in December 2019.
* Volkswagen Tacqua (China)
* Volkswagen Tacqua (China)

#### Tharu XR

In June 2024, SAIC-VW introduced a lengthened and redesigned version of the T-Cross called the Volkswagen Tharu XR. It borrows its nameplate from the larger Tharu. While retaining the same 2,651 mm (104.4 in) wheelbase, Volkswagen extended its front rear overhang by a total of 134 mm (5.3 in), bringing the vehicle length to 4,355 mm (171.5 in).

#### Powertrain

Petrol engines :
| Model | Displacement | Power | Torque | Transmission |
| 1.4 TSI '280 TSI'$^†$ | 1,395 cc I4 | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) | 7-speed DSG |
| 1.5 MPI | 1,498 cc I4 | 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) | 145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) | 5/6-speed manual |
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### India (Taigun)

In February 2020, Volkswagen revealed the Taigun for the Indian market which is based from the Chinese market T-Cross with several changes, such as the redesigned C-pillar. It is unrelated to the concept model from 2012 with the same name. Volkswagen stated the Taigun is built on a modified MQB A0 platform dedicated for Indian market called the MQB A0 IN. It went on sale in India in September 2021.
* 2021 Volkswagen Taigun GT (India)
* 2021 Volkswagen Taigun GT (India)

#### Philippines

The T-Cross was launched in the Philippines on May 26, 2021. It is available in S and SE trims, powered by a 180 MPI 1.5-litre petrol engine.

#### Indonesia

The T-Cross has been sold in Indonesia since 23 February 2022. Based on the Indian market Taigun, it is offered in a single variant with a 1.0-litre TSI engine.

### South Africa

The T-Cross was launched in South Africa on 30 August 2024, in three trim levels: Life, Style and R-Line, it is powered by a 1.0 TSI turbocharged petrol engine paired a 7-speed DSG. In February 2025, two new entry-level variants were added with the option of the 1.0 TSI engine with 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp).

## Safety

The Euro NCAP has awarded the T-Cross a five-star rating. It scored 97% for adult occupant safety, 86% for child safety, 81% in the pedestrians and other vulnerable road users category and 80% for on-board safety tech. The T-Cross features several passive and active safety systems, including pedestrian and cyclist protection, automatic emergency braking, front assist and a speed limiter. High-end trim levels add several advanced features including adaptive cruise control, hill start assist and blind-spot monitoring.
Euro NCAP test results Volkswagen T-Cross (2019) :
| Test | Points | % |
| Overall: | | |
| Adult occupant: | 36.9 | 97% |
| Child occupant: | 42.4 | 86% |
| Pedestrian: | 38.9 | 81% |
| Safety assist: | 10.4 | 80% |
2022 Volkswagen Taigun 'Comfortline' RHD (2 airbags) :
| Global NCAP scores (2022) ||
| Adult occupant stars | |
| Adult occupant score | 29.64/34.00 |
| Child occupant stars | |
| Child occupant score | 42.00/49.00 |
| Bodyshell Integrity | Stable |

## Sales and production figures

| Year | Sales | Sales | Sales | Sales | Sales | Sales | Sales | Sales | Sales | Sales | Global production |
| Year | Europe | Turkey | South Africa | China | China | Argentina | Brazil | Colombia | Mexico | Mexico | | Global production |
| Year | Europe | Turkey | South Africa | T-Cross | Tacqua | Argentina | Brazil | Colombia | T-Cross | Taigun | Global production |
| 2019 | 101,229 | | 3,516 | 63,495 | 2,457 | 3,660 | 37,081 | 1,059 | 788 | | 274,071 |
| 2020 | 113,320 | | 5,693 | 44,523 | 30,908 | 9,779 | 60,124 | 1,429 | 5,961 | | 285,824 |
| 2021 | 125,325 | | 7,516 | 30,195 | 31,535 | 4,400 | 62,313 | 2,064 | 6,690 | | 295,101 |
| 2022 | 110,157 | 4,573 | 10,384 | 14,349 | 21,513 | 2,134 | 65,190 | 1,944 | 7,965 | | 315,036 |
| 2023 | | | 7,152 | 16,042 | 15,947 | 2,022 | 72,446 | | 4,058 | 9,776 | 261,519 |
| 2024 | | 8,990 | | 10,465 | 6,484 | 5,365 | 83,976 | | 718 | 14,930 | |
* ↑ Europe: 2020 EU 27 + UK + Switzerland + Norway + Iceland