2025 Volkswagen T-Cross facelift: Australian features confirmed

Volkswagen Australia has confirmed the facelifted T-Cross will arrive in local showrooms in September with more standard equipment – and a dedicated R-Line variant to replace the current option package.

All variants – Life, Style and R-Line – will receive a Travel Assist function for semi-autonomous highway driving, softer and higher-quality dashboard plastics, and an 8.0- or 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster.

It also receives adaptive cruise control, automatic high beam, automatic parking, and proactive occupant protection when an imminent collision is detected.

Style and R-Line variants add matrix LED headlights with an illuminated grille strip and leatherette dash and door inserts, while content previously limited to the optional Sound & Vision package will become standard-fit.

This includes built-in satellite navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice control and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster.

The R-Line variant was previously available as an option pack for the T-Cross Style, but it has become a standalone model as Volkswagen Australia has removed all optional equipment to reduce complexity – except for premium paint.

Prices for the facelifted 2025 Volkswagen T-Cross are due to be confirmed closer to its launch, though modest rises can be expected to account for the added features and updated design.

The current T-Cross is priced between $30,990 and $33,490 before on-road costs – excluding available option packages.

First revealed in July 2023, the facelifted T-Cross receives an updated front end inspired by larger Volkswagen SUVs – including the small T-Roc – with reshaped headlights and a new lower bumper design.

It also sports new alloy wheel designs, X-shaped LED tail-light graphics, and an updated rear bumper.

Under the skin, the T-Cross remains based on the VW Group’s smaller MQB A0 platform, sharing its underpinnings with the Volkswagen Polo hatch, the one-size-up Skoda Kamiq small SUV, and the Audi A1.

The 85kW/200Nm 1.0-litre turbo-petrol three-cylinder engine will remain in Australia, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.