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Subaru Crosstrek vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Crosstrek or VW T-Cross?

Subaru Crosstrek vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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VW T-Cross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Crosstrek

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW T-Cross is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,426 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW T-Cross uses 5.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

T-Cross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW T-Cross offers only slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW T-Cross is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW T-Cross delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 68 Nm more.

Crosstrek

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW T-Cross is noticeably lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 328 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW T-Cross offers visibly more boot space – 455 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW T-Cross is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £21,400
T-Cross

VW T-Cross

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6 L/100km
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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Reviews Subaru Crosstrek

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VW T-Cross

The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,800 - 34,900 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4,495 mm
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
1,600 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
198 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
182 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Subaru Crosstrek?

The Subaru Crosstrek is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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