Information about the second generation Volkswagen T-Roc R is starting to trickle out, and it looks like it will be a while before we see it on our shores.
The new T-Roc R will use the same 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine as the Golf R, although it will feature a mild hybrid system, at least in Europe. The mild hybrid setup ensures the T-Roc R complies with Euro 7 emissions regulations, but does not change the powertrain’s output of 245kW and 420Nm.
It will be paired exclusively with an automated seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive. A titanium Akrapovic exhaust is available as an option.
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During the official launch of the second generation T-Roc in the UK, journalists were shown a heavily camouflaged version of the new T-Roc R. The vehicle rides on 20-inch black alloy wheels wrapped in 245/35 Hankook Ventus Z Evo tires.
Production of the first-generation T-Roc R for the Australian market has completed and Volkswagen Australia expects there to be enough stock to get through the first months of 2026.
Unfortunately, if you miss out on one of these examples and absolutely must have a T-Roc R, you’ll have to wait quite a long time for the second generation to arrive down under, as production of the new R isn’t due to begin until October 2027, meaning it won’t arrive in local showrooms until 2028 at the earliest.
The second-generation T-Roc was unveiled at the end of August and rides on the latest MQB Evo platform. Measuring 4373mm long, 1828mm wide, 1562mm high and 2631mm wheelbase, the new T-Roc is 122mm longer, 9mm wider, 9mm taller and has a 28mm longer wheelbase than the current model.
When launched in Europe, the new T-Roc will be available with a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder Miller Cycle petrol engine in two power outputs: 85kW/220Nm and 110kW/250Nm.
Both come with a seven-speed dual-clutch automated transmission to drive the front wheels and a 48V mild-hybrid setup that can briefly deliver up to 14kW and 56Nm.
A newly developed full hybrid powertrain – i.e. not a mild hybrid or plug-in hybrid – is expected to hit the market in the not too distant future, with the same 1.5-liter engine and a larger battery pack under the rear seats.
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