Honda HR-V Vs Volkswagen T-Roc Comparison

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This is our Honda HR-V Vs VW T-Roc comparison for 2022. The HR-V is clearly out of it’s size and specification class due to it’s current retail pricing. As a result the Honda is against virtually all the popular main stream SUVs regardless of size and model grade. Of the newer small SUVs on sale is the the VW T-Roc and based on the VW Golf. So how do they compare?

Honda HR-V Vs VW T-Roc exterior comparison: Being completely honest neither designs are attention grabbers. This is deliberate design choice by Honda and Volkswagen and disappointing. The only addition to both models are nice looking large alloys wheels that require expensive tyres. That said the VW with certain options does look more premium than the HRV at any model grade.

Honda HR-V Vs VW T-Roc interior comparison: Overall the interior of the HRV is best described as good enough. There are limited trim options in the HRV but it looks nice enough though not $40 – $50K worth. In comparison the basic T-Roc is similar but it’s model grades and option packages help the interior feel much more albeit traditional luxury ambience.  Sure the basic T-Roc’s Golf based interior looks and feels cheaper than the entry level HRV which is disappointing for VW. Yep the base T-Roc is pretty basic without the styling package.

Honda HR-V Vs VW T-Roc drive report : N/A

Honda HR-V Vs VW T-Roc engines and tech comparison: The HRV has an underpowered petrol and a decent hybrid powered engine as choices with safety systems dependent on model grade. The T-Roc doesn’t have fancy engines just the usual small capacity 4 cylinders with a turbo charge and turbo tuning trickery and the problematic DSG gearbox.  At least the T-Roc has decent performance but so does the Hybrid equipped HRV.

The conclusion and winner of the Honda HR-V Vs VW T-Roc is neither. The T-Roc has dated before it’s time and now that it has matching price to the HRV in base trim it becomes less appealing. Without the optional trim packs it is very class average in every way. In comparison and as we’ve said before the Honda HR-V is expensive and the only version worth your while is the one with the Hybrid engine.

Honda HR-V	Volkswagen T-Roc
Engines
4 Cylinder – Petrol 1.5 Litre (1498cc) DOHC VVT EFI Claimed 89Kw @ 6600RPM Claimed 145Nm @ 4300RPM	4 Cylinder Petrol (110TSI) 1.4 Litre (1395cc) 95 Octane Turbo IC DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 110Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 250Nm @1500RPM
4 Cylinder – Petrol – Hybrid 1.5 Litre (1498cc) DOHC VVT EFI Turbo Claimed 96Kw @ 4000 RPM (Combined) Claimed 253Nm @ 3500 RPM (Max)	IL4 Cylinder Petrol 2.0 Litre (1984cc) 95 Octane Turbo IC DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 140Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1500RPM
Weight
Kerb weight FROM 1267Kg Towing capacity – None	Kerb weight FROM 1319Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Up to 45 litres IL4 1.5 Petrol 4.3 litres per 100km IL4 1.5 Petrol Hybrid 5.8 litres per 100km	Up to 55 litres IL4 1.4 litre turbo Petrol 6.2 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 litre turbo Petrol 7.2 litres per 100km
Other specifications	Other specifications
CVT Auto Overall height/width 1590/1790 Overall length/wheelbase 4335/2610 4WD system: None ANCAP Safety: x/x	7 or 8 speed DSG Auto Overall height/width 1572/1819 Overall length/wheelbase 4246/2595 4WD system: 2WD or AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5
Capability
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 195 mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max	Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 161mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max
Performance
–	110TSI  0-100km 8.7 seconds 140TSI  0-100km 7.2 seconds
Pricing
2022 $36,990 – 47,000 AUD 2021 $26,990 – 41,000 AUD 2020 $24,990 – 34,590 AUD 2017 $24,990 – 33,340 AUD	2022 FROM $36,990 – $59,990 AUD 2021 FROM $33,990 – $40,990 AUD
*Specs change due to model grade and configuration. Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!