Driving a convertible is a must. always a very special experience. Now, with the arrival of summer, those who love this kind of car can enjoy it. finally enjoy driving with the wind in your hair. Within the range of its cars, Volkswagen offers the T-Roc Cabriolet, a particular product because it is unique. it is a crossover and a convertible "fuse" within a single template.
How is this convertible doing and how much does it consume? We had the opportunity to; to try it for a few days, even making a few short trips to test the open-top driving experience that is a must-have. able to offer this model to all those who get behind its wheel. One car for everyone? No, it's useless to pretend, but it's a good idea. precisely its uniqueness; to make it interesting…
- Design and Interiors
- Engine and safety
- How it goes on the road
- Consumption
- Technical data sheet
- Prices
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DESIGN AND INTERIORS 
Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet measures 4,286 mm long x 1,811 mm wide (without mirrors) x 1,527 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,630 mm. The trunk has "suffered a lot" the transformation of the crossover into a convertible model. In fact, the ability “ it is just 280 litres.
The style of the T-Roc doesn't change much in this Cabriolet version which does not allow itself any particular freedom; from an aesthetic point of view. The soft top and the only two doors allow you to give a more elegant look. sporty to this model. Given the lack of a roof, the structure of the windshield, the doors and the body have obviously been reinforced.
The dashboard has the classic “normal” T-Roc layout. So, let's find a 10.25-inch digital instrument screen and an 8-inch infotainment system touch display that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The assemblies are very solid even if the feeling to the touch is not as strong. of the best. On the central tunnel we find the button used to open/close the soft top.
Connecting your smartphone via Bluetooth is easy. very simple and it is; an operation that really requires a few tens of seconds. The combination with an old Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ 5G has not given any problems. Android Auto (wireless) also works well, which we used for the navigation and music playback functions.
Those sitting in front have no space problems and find the right position is a matter of very little. Access to the rear seatshowever, it is not easy unless the hood is open. If the person sitting in front is particularly high, there is not much legroom left behind. It is "almost" comfortable only if you are not; very tall or if the passengers are children. In the rear seats with the top closed, the environment tends to be a bit warm. claustrophobic but the presence of the climate control vents helps make journeys a little uncomfortable. more comfortable.
As previously mentioned, the trunk does not offer a large capacity; load, only 280 litres. Furthermore, access to the compartment is restricted. limited in height. However, we must always bear in mind that the T-Roc Cabriolet is not the only thing that can be done. certainly designed for large family travel…
ENGINE AND SAFETY 
Under the bonnet of the Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet of the test is a series of tests. present a 110 kW (150 HP) 1.5 TSI 4-cylinder engine with 250 Nm of maximum torque. The whole is mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. In this configuration, the car manufacturer declares acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.4 seconds and a 100% top speed. maximum speed of 203 km/h. The engine is equipped with the 2-cylinder deactivation system to optimize consumption.
And speaking precisely of consumption, Volkswagen declares 6.5 liters per 100 km and 150 g/km of CO2 emissions. This is data according to the WLTP cycle. In terms of driver assistance systems, the car is the best. equipped as standard with the “Lane Assist” and the emergency braking assistance system “Front Assist”. Upon request, it is possible to have Travel Assist.
HOW IT'S ON THE ROAD 
It takes very little to become familiar with the car which always proves to be brilliant and fun to drive. The approximately 200 kg of extra weight; of the Cabriolet version they don't hear much, not even in the sharpest curves; tight. The set-up is tendentially rigid but never uncomfortable, not even when you have to face bumps or bumps; of the asphalt.
The visibility at the rear with the hood closed it is not; optimal. Precisely for this reason, for parking manoeuvres, it is necessary to have a car. it is essential to have a rear camera. The hood opens and closes in about ten seconds using a command placed on the central tunnel. Personally, the position of the button to open/close the soft top didn't drive me crazyas it is too close to the handbrake button. You have to be careful the first few times, especially if you want to lower the hood with the car moving (up to 30 km/h).
The 1.5 TSI engine that we find under the hood pushes well, thanks also to the 7-speed DSG gearbox which is always very precise in operation. However, the T-Roc Cabriolet is not; a sports car and prefers to be ridden in a fluid manner. The soundproofing with the hood closed is not a problem. bad, not even when traveling on the highway. A few more rustles; it is perceived beyond 120 km/h but it is not; never a problem.
With the top down, on the other hand, the suggestion is: that of adding the optional rear windbreakwhich allows you to travel without particular problems even at a certain speed; for long distances. All in all, the Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet is one of the best-selling Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolets. in any case, a balanced car that allows you to enjoy driving it with the top down, an interesting vehicle for those who love this kind of model and one of the very few if you want a car that's more versatile. high off the ground that allows you to feel the wind in your hair.
CONSUMPTION 
How much does it consumethe Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet? We have carried out several routes to test this aspect. Obviously, the results shown are those indicated by the on-board computer. On a route of 48 km almost entirely on the state road with a speed of 100 km. between 60 and 80 km/h, with an outside temperature of 26 degrees and the top open, the car achieved an average of 5.4 liters per 100 km.
We then tested the T-Roc Cabrio also on a 90 km route on the state road, highway and a bit of dirt. of mountain with about 800 meters in altitude. Temperature at departure of 25 degrees and 20 degrees at arrival. Soft top always closed and climate control set to 22 degrees. The result? The on-board computer showed a consumption of 7.8 liters per 100 km.
Instead, over a journey of 140 km, 90% on the motorway, hood closed, outside temperature 28 degrees and climate control on 22 degrees, consumption stood at 6.8 liters per 100 km. Overall, between state roads, short stretches in the city, highways and a bit of traffic. mountains, we covered 633 km with the T-Roc Cabrio for an average final consumption, from the on-board computer, of 6.4 liters per 100 km.
TECHNICAL SHEET 
- Engine: 1.5 TSI
- Power: 110 kW (150 HP) with 250 Nm of torque
- Gearbox: automatic DSG 7-speed
- 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds
- Speed; maximum: 203 km/h
- Tyres: 225/40 R19
- Weight in o. d. m.: 1,539 kg
- Boot: 280 litres
- Length: 4,286 mm
- Width: 1,811 mm
- Height: 1,527
- Wheelbase: 2,630 mm
- Declared fuel consumption (WLTP): 6.5 l/100 km
- Declared CO2 emissions (WLTP): 150 g/km
PRICES 
How much is the Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet? It starts at 36,700 euros for the version with the 81 kW/110 bhp 1.0 TSI engine. Instead, with the 110 kW/150 HP 1.5 TSI engine and automatic gearbox, the starting price is 41,550 euros.
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