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The Volkswagen T-Cross is the brand's entry-level crossover in the Philippines. It sports one of the longest wheelbases in its segment allowing for more interior space for its passengers. The crossover also comes well equipped as it has numerous safety features and comes with an 8-inch or 9.2-inch infotainment system that comes with Apple CarPlay. The T-Cross also comes with a utilitarian interior that comes with easy-to-use controls that add great convenience to the vehicle. It also comes available with two variants that both come feature-packed and can be had with either a cloth seat material or a mixture of both cloth and leather. Across its lineup. The Volkswagen T-Cross is powered by a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine that produces 111hp and 145 Nm of torque, which sends power to the front wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission with a Tiptronic function.
The Volkswagen T-Cross has its Philippine debut on May 26, 2021. With prices starting at P1,098,000 for the entry-level S variant and P1,198,000 for the top-of-the-line SE variant. Volkswagen Philippines has also announced that there will be a special introductory discount of P30,000 for all variants of the T-Cross bringing the price down for the S variant and SE variant to P1,068,000 and P1,168,000, respectively.
In 2022, the T-Cross gained Volkswagen's Active Info Display (AID), a high-resolution, full-color digital instrument cluster that displays a variety of driving information. It's available on the T-Cross 180 MPI AT SE with AID variant at a price of P1,250,000.
The Volkswagen T-Cross, in the Philippines, rides on the automaker's MQBA0 platform which it shares with the Volkswagen Polo. This gives the vehicle a sedan-like ride despite its much larger size. It is important to note that the locally available T-Cross comes with a much longer wheelbase compared to what is available in other countries, this gives the vehicle an advantage in its segment locally. The crossover comes with disc brakes all around and rides on a MacPherson strut suspension at the front and a torsion beam set up at the rear. Under the hood, the T-Cross comes powered by a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine that produces 111hp and 145 Nm of torque and shifts via a 6-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the front wheels.
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Class | Subcompact Crossover |
| Body Style | 5-door crossover |
| Platform | |
| Layout | Front-engine, Front-wheel drive |
| Platform | Volkswagen MQBA0 platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine |
| Power Output | 111hp, 145 Nm of torque |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic transmission with Triptronic |
For its infotainment system, the T-Cross comes with two screen size options. The S variant gets an 8-inch unit, while the top-of-the-line SE variant gets a larger 9.2-inch system that both come with Apple CarPlay. Cruise control is standard throughout the lineup, as is an electronic central door locking system.
The exterior of the T-Cross features Volkswagen's newest design language with a large grille and defined body lines. The overall styling is similar to the older Tiguan, but it has a lot more details that make it look like a thoroughly modern vehicle. The top trim SE variant gets 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, and also LED taillights. S variants of the T-Cross, on the other hand, will get 16-inch wheels, and halogen headlamps, however, it will retain the LED taillights that can be found on the SE variant.
The overall dimensions of the T-Cross come in at 4,218 mm long, 1,760 mm wide, and 1,599 mm tall, making the subcompact hatchback a sizeable model in the segment. The model comes with 5 doors, and a ground clearance of 185 mm, allowing it to traverse less-than-stellar roads.
For color options, the T-Cross has a wide array of vibrant hues to choose from. While the S variant only gets Polar White and Chinchilla Gray, the SE variant gets Polar White, Chinchilla Gray, Romance Red Tribu, and Syringa Violet.
The interior of the T-Cross features a young look with premium trimmings. While you can get a more sedate interior design with the S variant, the SE features colored trimmings that match the exterior color of the T-Cross. Cloth seats are present on the S variant, but the top-spec SE gets leather seats for a premium touch. To add to the interior atmosphere, Volkswagen has equipped the T-Cross with a panoramic sunroof to allow natural light to enter the cabin when opened.
Apart from that, you get Volkswagen's signature steering wheel that is pleasant to use especially when wrapped in leather, as well as the leather seats that give a premium feel of comfort when sitting in the cabin.
As for safety, Volkswagen has equipped the T-Cross with 2 airbags for the entry-level trim, and up to 6-airbags for the top-of-the-line SE trim. The top-spec variant gets a driver, front passenger, side, and curtain airbag units that net the vehicle good amounts of safety. Meanwhile, the T-Cross is internationally recognized in various countries for its NCAP safety rating. The European NCAP, Australasian NCAP, and Latin NCAP have all tested and awarded the T-Cross with a 5-star rating for safety. Volkswagen also advertises its 'Strong Body Structure,' hill-hold control, and electronic stabilization program as key features that contribute to the T-Cross' safety.
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The Volkswagen T-Cross comes in the following colors: Polar White, Chinchilla Gray, Tribu, Syringa Violet and Romance Red
Polar White
Chinchilla Gray
Tribu
Syringa Violet
Romance Red
Key specifications & features of the Volkswagen T-Cross. View engine specs, dimensions, safety and technology features in our full variant pages.
| Body Type |
Crossover |
| No. of seats | 5 |
| Fuel Type |
Gasoline |
| Transmission |
Automatic |
| Max Output (HP) | 111 HP @ 6,000 rpm |
| Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel Drive |
| Wheel Size |
16 in |
| Airbags |
6 |
| ISOFIX |
Available |
| Front Parking Sensors |
Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors |
Available |
| Connectivity |
Aux-in, Bluetooth, USB and Apple CarPlay
|
| Warranty |
3 Years (100,000 km) |
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The Volkswagen T-Cross, in the Philippines comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard for both of its variants available in the country.
Volkswagen has stated that it will cost on average between P12,000 to P15,000 a year.
The Volkswagen T-Cross in the Philippines is only available with a front-wheel-drive layout.
The Volkswagen T-Cross in the Philippines is only available with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine.
The Volkswagen T-Cross was able to get 5-star ratings in the EURO NCAP, the ANCAP, and the Latin NCAP.
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