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Volkswagen Golf Mk8 vs Volkswagen T-Roc II: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Volkswagen Golf Mk8

Volkswagen · 2019–present

Golf Mk8

B PI 549

Power
150 kW204 PS
0–100 km/h
7.4 s
Top speed
220 km/h
Kerb mass
1,590 kg

Version spec sheet

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Volkswagen T-Roc II

Volkswagen · 2025–present

T-Roc II

Power
110 kW150 PS
0–100 km/h
-
Top speed
-
Kerb mass
-

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: Golf Mk8 1 T-Roc II 2

  • Family T-Roc II Boot: 475 l vs 273 l
  • City Golf Mk8 Length: 4,284 mm vs 4,373 mm; Width: 1,789 mm vs 1,828 mm
  • Off-road T-Roc II Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Crossover vs Front-wheel drive · Hatchback

In plain words

Volkswagen Golf Mk8 has more power: 150 kW (204 PS) against 110 kW (150 PS) for Volkswagen T-Roc II. Volkswagen T-Roc II is 89 mm longer than Volkswagen Golf Mk8 (4,373 mm vs 4,284 mm). Volkswagen T-Roc II has the bigger boot: 475 l against 273 l. Volkswagen Golf Mk8 is the older design (from 2019); Volkswagen T-Roc II arrived in 2025. On the catalog figures, the Volkswagen T-Roc II is the pick for family and off-road; the Volkswagen Golf Mk8 is the pick for city. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Volkswagen T-Roc II yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Golf Mk8 · T-Roc II
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m6 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft19 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ftWheelbase 2,636 mmWheelbase 8 ft 8 inLength 4,284 mmLength 14 ft 1 in1,456 mm4 ft 9 inWheelbase 2,629 mmWheelbase 8 ft 8 inLength 4,373 mmLength 14 ft 4 in1,573 mm5 ft 2 in
Golf Mk8T-Roc II
Length 4,284 mm168.7 in 4,373 mm172.2 in +89 mm +3.5 in +2.1%
Width 1,789 mm70.4 in 1,828 mm72.0 in +39 mm +1.5 in +2.2%
Height 1,456 mm57.3 in 1,573 mm61.9 in +117 mm +4.6 in +8.0%
Wheelbase 2,636 mm103.8 in 2,629 mm103.5 in −7 mm −0.3 in −0.3%
Boot 273 l9.6 cu ft 475 l16.8 cu ft +202 l +7.1 cu ft +74.0%
Fits a standard garage? YesYes

Difference vs Golf Mk8 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

Volkswagen Golf Mk8Volkswagen T-Roc II
General
Version 1.4 TSI eHybrid · plug-in hybrid · 150 kW (204 PS) 1.5 eTSI 150 · petrol · 110 kW (150 PS)
Production years 2019–present 2025–present
Body Hatchback Crossover
Class No data SUV / crossover
Country Germany Germany
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 150 kW (204 PS) 201 hp Better 110 kW (150 PS) 148 hp
Power, all versions 66–235 kW (90–320 PS) 89–315 hp 110 kW (150 PS) 148 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 350 Nm 258 lb-ft Better 250 Nm 184 lb-ft
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. 7.4 s No data
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 220 km/h 137 mph No data
Power per tonne 94 kW/t 115 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Plug-in hybrid Petrol
Engine 1,400 cc 1.4 l 4 cyl
Gearbox 6-speed dual-clutch 7-speed dual-clutch
Drive Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,284 mm 168.7 in 4,373 mm 172.2 in
Width 1,789 mm 70.4 in 1,828 mm 72.0 in
Height 1,456 mm 57.3 in 1,573 mm 61.9 in
Wheelbase 2,636 mm 103.8 in 2,629 mm 103.5 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,590 kg 3,505 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. 273 l 9.6 cu ft 475 l 16.8 cu ft Better
Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. 40 l 10.6 gal US No data
Electric
Battery Why it matters: A bigger battery usually gives more range, but takes longer to charge fully. 10 kWh No data
Electric range Why it matters: A longer range means fewer charging stops on long journeys. 71 km 44 mi No data
Safety
Euro NCAP ★★★★★ (2025) No data

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

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