2018 Volkswagen T-Cross — Full Specifications

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C11Generation
2018–nowProduction
4Engines Listed
Petrol / DieselFuel Types
Pre-facelift2018 Model Year

The 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross belongs to the C11 generation, built 2018–present. 2018 was the first year of this generation. The mid-life facelift arrived in 2023, so a 2018 car is a pre-facelift example. Body styles: 5-door SUV. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.0 TSI 95 (Europe), 1.0 TSI 115 (Europe), 1.5 TSI 150 (Europe), 1.6 TDI 95 (Europe). Owners often keep a Volkswagen T-Cross workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.

C11 Generation: Engines & Body Styles

Volkswagen T-Cross model years from 2018 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2023. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2018 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.

EngineFuelDisplacementPower
1.0 TSI 95 (Europe)Petrol1 L95 PS
1.0 TSI 115 (Europe)Petrol1 L115 PS
1.5 TSI 150 (Europe)Petrol1.5 L150 PS
1.6 TDI 95 (Europe)Diesel1.6 L95 PS
Body styles5-door SUV
Transmissions5-speed manual · 6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG
GenerationC11 (single generation)
Facelift2023 (2018 car is pre-facelift)

Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.

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Running Costs: 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross

Running costs for a 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.

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2018 Volkswagen T-Cross Safety Rating

Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Volkswagen T-Cross. Look the Volkswagen T-Cross up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.

Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026

Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which generation is the 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross?

The 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross is part of the C11 (single generation) generation, produced 2018–present. The facelift arrived in 2023, so a 2018 car is a pre-facelift example.

What engines did the 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross come with?

Engines listed for this generation include 1.0 TSI 95 (Europe) (petrol); 1.0 TSI 115 (Europe) (petrol); 1.5 TSI 150 (Europe) (petrol); 1.6 TDI 95 (Europe) (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.

What body styles does the 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross come in?

This generation was offered as: 5-door SUV.

What gearbox does the 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross have?

Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 7-speed DSG, depending on engine and trim.

How safe is the 2018 Volkswagen T-Cross?

European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Volkswagen T-Cross at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.

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