Volkswagen Philippines has promised a second-quarter debut of the 2021 T-Cross. The Ayala-owned company isn’t breaking its promise and recently given us details about the upcoming subcompact crossover.
In a media roundtable, VW PH divulges the members of the media the T-Cross’s full specs, availability, reservation details, and more importantly, pricing. Here’s a rundown.
Exterior
The 2021 T-Cross in Tribu color option
Despite the straight lines, a commonality among VW models, the T-Cross exudes a youthful and sporty vibe, thanks to the sharp lines and loud colors that it comes with. Of note, the VW T-Cross comes in five colors: Tribu, Syringa Violet, Romance Red, Polar White, and Chinchilla Gray.
As for exterior equipment, the top-spec T-Cross SE comes with LED taillights and headlamps with DRLs, fog lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, and silver roof rail. The S variant comes with halogens, smaller 16-inch rims, and black roof rails.
Interior
Interior color accents matching the exterior
To mirror the youthful exterior appeal of the Volkswagen T-Cross, the yellow, violet, and red color variants come with matching interior accents that populate the dashboard. The SE comes standard with leather + fabric seats, while the S is relegated to just fabrics.
As we’ll be getting the long-wheelbase version of the T-Cross, it has one of the longest axle-to-axle measurements among subcompact crossovers at 2,650mm. The XV’s still slightly longer at 2,670mm. Regardless, expect huge cabin creature space because of the T-Cross’s relatively sheer size. Only the SE gets rear A/C vents, though.
Tech & Safety Toys
Of course, the range-topping T-Cross SE gets all the bells and whistles from VW in terms of tech & safety, which include a bigger 9.2-inch touchscreen infotainment with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, autonomous emergency braking, rearview camera, and six airbags.
Both S and SE variants get LED taillights
Standard across the range are front and rear USB ports, cruise control, tire pressure monitor, rear parking sensors, and stability control. The lower S trim makes do with a smaller 8-inch touchscreen (still with Apple Carplay and Android Auto).
Engine & Mechanicals
Since VW PH confirmed that the T-Cross will be sourced from China, we’re not surprised to see the naturally-aspirated 1.5-liter MPI gasoline engine in the provided spec sheet. This mill makes 113hp and 145Nm of torque, sent to the front wheels via 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission.
Volkswagen T-Cross in Syringa Violet
Though suspension setup wasn’t disclosed at the media roundtable, we expect McPherson struts at front and torsion beam at the rear given the price point, plus disc brakes on all fours.
Pricing & Availability
As mentioned, Volkswagen PH has opened the reservation lanes for the 2021 T-Cross, with a refundable P5,000 reservation fee required to secure your slot. More importantly, those who will reserve the T-Cross before the market launch can enjoy the introductory prices below that comes with a P30,000 discount:
VW T-Cross S - P1,068,000
VW T-Cross SE - P1,168,000
The T-Cross will officially enter the market on May 26, 2021. Customers will be asked to secure a refundable deposit of P78,400 upon the release of the vehicle in May in light of DTI’s safeguard tariff.
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Know more about Volkswagen T-Cross 2024
The Volkswagen T-Cross is a five-seater, subcompact crossover. Locally, it has only one different variant priced at Php 1,340,000.
Size-wise, the T-Cross is 4,218mm long, 1,760mm wide, and 1,599mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,651mm and a ground clearance of 185mm.
Under the hood of the Volkswagen T-Cross is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine that can make 111 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. The said engine is then paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox, which sends power to its front wheels.
Locally, the Volkswagen T-Cross competes against the likes of the Toyota Raize, Kia Seltos, MG ZS, Geely Coolray, Honda HR-V, among others.
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Volkswagen T-Cross Launch
The Volkswagen T-Cross first made its world premiere in October 2018. Volkswagen Philippines officially launched the T-Cross in May 2021 offering two variants that are both powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine. The said power unit can put out 113 hp and 145 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a six-speed automatic transmission.
Volkswagen T-Cross Exterior
The Volkswagen T-Cross comes with a sharp and distinctive exterior design. It is equipped with sharp-looking headlights, and a large mesh grille, and it is the first locally sold car model that features the new Volkswagen logo. Turning to the side, the new T-Cross comes with straight character lines, a distinct design detail that Volkswagen is known for. The rear is fitted with large wraparound taillights, a spoiler, and a muscular bumper. The Volkswagen T-Cross is offered with five exterior color options: Tribu, Romance Red, Chinchilla Gray, Syringa Violet, and Polar White.
Volkswagen T-Cross Interior
Inside, the T-Cross Philippines features a two-tone interior theme. The top-of-the-line T-Cross SE variant is equipped with a 9.2-inch infotainment system as well as leather trims for the seats. Standard features in the two variants of the Volkswagen T-Cross include the following: multifunction steering wheel, 12V sockets, USB ports, and four speakers. The top-spec T-Cross SE also comes with a panoramic sunroof.
Volkswagen T-Cross Tech & Safety
The new Volkswagen T-Cross comes with notable safety features that include the following: electronic stability control, anti-lock braking system, hill hold control, anti-slip regulation, tire pressure monitoring system, and ISOFIX, among others. The entry-level T-Cross variant is equipped with dual airbags, while the top-spec SE trim comes with additional airbags such as side, and curtain airbags. Of note, both T-Cross variants come with cruise control, Apple Carplay and Mirror Link, and rear sensors. Only the top-spec T-Cross has a rear camera and an autonomous emergency braking tech.
Volkswagen T-Cross Platform & Chassis
The Volkswagen T-Cross Philippines is powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine that puts out 113 hp and 145 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, and power is sent to the front wheels.
The Philippine-spec Volkswagen T-Cross is available in five different colors. These include Polar White, Chinchilla Gray, Syringa Violet, Romance Red, and Tribu (Yellow).
The Volkswagen T-Cross sits in the middle of the pack when compared to its local rivals in terms of engine output. Features-wise, the same is the case, though do note that this Volkswagen model already comes with cruise control, tire pressure monitoring, hill-start assist, and Apple CarPlay as standard.
Volkswagen T-Cross 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Volkswagen T-Cross 2024 price in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen T-Cross 180 MPI SE AT | ₱1,340,000 |
Volkswagen T-Cross Pros & Cons
Pros
- Good looks
- Roomy
- Comfortable
Cons
- Not the most powerful example in its class
Volkswagen T-Cross FAQs
1. Does the T-Cross have parking sensors?
No, T-Cross doesn’t have parking sensors.
2. Does the T-Cross have a sunroof?
No, the Volkswagen T-Cross 2024 doesn’t have a sunroof.
3. Does the Volkswagen T-Cross come with an automatic transmission?
The T-Cross 2024 comes with an automatic transmission.
4. What are the Dimensions of the Volkswagen T-Cross?
The dimensions of the Volkswagen T-Cross are 4,218 mm in length, 1,760 mm in width, and 1,599 mm in height.
5. Is the Volkswagen T-Cross an MPV?
No, the T-Cross is an SUV car.
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