Compare the Volkswagen Polo vs Volkswagen T-Roc
AI generated from our expert reviews
If you are weighing up these two models, size and practicality draw the initial line. The longer Volkswagen T-Roc gives you a bigger boot and can tow more than the Volkswagen Polo. Both cars are easy to drive in traffic thanks to good visibility, and both keep quiet at motorway speeds with little wind or tyre and road noise. Ride comfort over sharp bumps sets them apart if you pick bigger rims: the Polo will not shake you too much over monster potholes even on larger alloy wheels, whereas the 20-inch alloys on the top-spec T-Roc R-Line give a harsh edge over potholes and speed bumps. In the back, the Polo provides a reasonably wide central seat, whereas the centre seat in the T-Roc is quite hard and narrow, making it best suited for carrying two people.
AI results may contain inaccuracies. Please check the details before making any financial decisions.
'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.
Compare the specs
Standard kit
-
Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
-
Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
-
Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
-
Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
-
Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
-
Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
-
Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
-
Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
-
Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
-
Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
-
Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
-
Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
Key information
| Body type Hatchbacks | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 351 litres (2 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 475 litres (3 suitcases) Best |
| Boot space, seats down 1,125 litres | Boot space, seats down — |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,074 mm x 1,751 mm x 1,461 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,372 mm x 1,828 mm x 1,573 mm |
| Towing capacity 800 kg | Towing capacity 1,300 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £455 | First year tax rate £455 |
|
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
|
Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
|
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
|
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
|
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
|
Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 1.0 | Engine name 1.5 eTSI DSG |
| Engine size 1.0 L Petrol • 80 BHP | Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 116 BHP |
| Body type Hatchbacks | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Manual | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
| Forward gears 5 | Forward gears 7 |
| Acceleration 15.6 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 10.6 s (0-60 mph) Best |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 351 litres | Boot (seats up) 475 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) 1,125 litres | Boot (seats down) — |
| Length 4,074 mm | Length 4,372 mm |
| Width 1,751 mm | Width 1,828 mm |
| Height 1,461 mm | Height 1,573 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.55 m | Wheelbase 2.63 m |
| Turning circle 10.7 m | Turning circle 11.1 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.