Volkswagen T-Cross: live photos and review of the new competitor to the Nissan Juke

The new Volkswagen T-Cross 2019 has finally been presented. The smallest Volkswagen crossover was simultaneously unveiled in Amsterdam, Shanghai, and São Paulo. Volkswagen T-Cross: live photos and review of the new competitor to the Nissan Juke

The model will go on sale from January at a price starting from 18 thousand euros. Its competitors will be the Nissan Juke, Renault Captur, and Ford EcoSport.  

Volkswagen T-Cross 2019 Design

Volkswagen T-Cross: live photos and review of the new competitor to the Nissan Juke

The compact Volkswagen crossover measures 4107 mm in length, 1760 mm in width, and 1558 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2564 mm.

It is built on the modular MQB-A0 platform, just like the 2018 Volkswagen Polo hatchback. Volkswagen T-Cross: live photos and review of the new competitor to the Nissan Juke

The car’s design is in the spirit of the older Volkswagen Touareg and Tiguan. The crossover features a wide radiator grille, elongated headlights, and flared wheel arches, while the sides are decorated with stampings. You can also opt for the R-Line package with body kits and 18-inch alloy wheels.  

Interior and Equipment of Volkswagen T-Cross 2019

Volkswagen T-Cross: live photos and review of the new competitor to the Nissan Juke

Inside the Volkswagen T-Cross, the virtual dashboard and unique LED backlighting of the front panel catch the eye.

There is also a 6.5-inch touchscreen multimedia system. The rear seats are equipped with horizontal adjustment – they can be moved back by 140 mm. Depending on their position, the trunk volume is 385-455 liters, which is a decent amount for such a compact car. With the seats folded, it provides 1281 liters. Volkswagen T-Cross: live photos and review of the new competitor to the Nissan Juke

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The standard equipment includes systems of preemptive braking, lane keeping, and blind spot monitoring.

Among the options are adaptive cruise control, parking autopilot, and a driver fatigue detection system.

Volkswagen T-Cross 2019 Specifications

Volkswagen T-Cross: live photos and review of the new competitor to the Nissan Juke

The compact Volkswagen crossover will be offered with turbocharged petrol engines of 1.0 liters (95 and 115 hp) and 1.5 liters (150 hp), and there will be a 1.6-liter 95 hp turbodiesel available as well. The drive will be front-wheel only, but there is a choice of a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG automatic with two clutches.

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