Comparison - Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet R-Line 2020 - vs - Subaru Solterra Touring 2023

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Average Price: 
£
34,365
Updated: 
15 Oct 2020
$
51,995
Updated: 
19 Jun 2022
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2023
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed dual-clutch
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
2
5
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Ivy Green Black
#394A4E
Pure White Black
#C1C3C2
Turmeric Yellow Metallic Black
#D6BD41
Smokey Grey Metallic Black
#60616A
Ravenna Blue Metallic Black
#274075
Kings Red Metallic Black
#8C212A
Ivory Silver Metallic Black
#9E9A92
Deep Black Pearl Black
#111111
Color: 
Harbor Mist Gray Pearl
#6F7784
Elemental Red Pearl
#B32432
Smoked Carbon
#6E6E6E
Cosmic White Pearl
#D9D9D9
Harbor Mist Gray Pearl Two-Tone
#6F7784
Elemental Red Pearl Two-Tone
#CC545F

Electric

Battery: 
72.8 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
222mi
Full Charge Time: 
11 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V
Top Speed: 
110mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.50s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet is a drop-top version of the company’s subcompact crossover. Launches two years after the coupe regular version, the 2020 T-Roc Cabriolet isn’t just a T-Roc with a soft-top, it also features only two doors instead of four. What’s more, the soft-top has a sleeker design, so the Cabriolet looks sportier than its standard sibling. Inspired by the Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet and the Range Rover Evoque Convertible, the 2020 T-Roc Cabriolet is Volkswagen’s only small convertible to date after the discontinuation of the Beetle.

By: 
topspeed.com

Volkswagen has unveiled its drop-top T-Roc Cabriolet, which it's billing as the only mainstream crossover with a proper convertible roof.
Based on the T-Roc SUV, the company's drop-top crossover follows in the footsteps of the soft-top Range Rover Evoque and Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet by blending wind-in-your-hair thrills with the taller ride popular with buyers at the moment.
Although it bears the T-Roc name, the Cabriolet isn't just a normal T-Roc SUV with the roof prised off. It's actually 34mm longer than the hardtop with a 37mm longer wheelbase, while front seat occupants sit 599mm above the road – which Volkswagen says ensures they "enjoy a great view".

By: 
caradvice.com.au

PROS
Traditional SUV attributes with wind-in-the-hair fun
Marks a return of convertibles to VW’s line-up
Trims start with well-equipped Design
It certainly makes a statement...

CONS
Less practical than the five-door T-Roc SUV
Cabriolet quite a bit pricier, too
Reduced engine range with no diesel
Handling becomes a bit wobbly

By: 
parkers.co.uk

Pros
All-wheel drive is standard,
actually capable when the blacktop ends,
finally an EV option for Subie fans.

Cons
Not a lot of cargo space,
charging capability isn't particularly quick,
rivals offer more driving range.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Solid off-road capabilities
Comfortable, quiet ride

Cons
Shorter driving range than many rivals
Bland interior

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
More ground clearance than most EVs
Quiet and comfortable
Good feature content even on base models

Cons
Higher MSRP than base Forester or Ascent
No frunk
Elevated floor can be uncomfortable in the rear seat

By: 
motortrend.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Electric
Fuel Economy Info: 
Combined - mpg / 39.8
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Electric

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.50L
Torque: 
184ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
249ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
147hp
at 5 000rpm
215hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
36.00Feet
36.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Steering wheel, multifunction (audio, bluetooth, cruise controls)
Multi-function steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Progressive power assisted steering
Leather wrapped multifunction steering wheel
Storage compartments in driver and front passenger doors
12V socket in centre console storage area
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Automatic parking assist
Adaptive cruise control
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
168.00in
184.60in
Width: 
78.60in
73.20in
Height: 
59.90in
65.10in
Ground Clearance: 
8.30in
Front Track: 
60.50in
63.10in
Rear Track: 
60.50in
63.40in
Wheel Base: 
103.50in
112.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.00
38.60
Rear Head Room: 
38.00
37.10
Front Leg Room: 
42.10in
Rear leg room: 
35.30in
Front Hip Room: 
54.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
44.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
73.00cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
10.00cu.ft
38.30cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3395.00lbs
4505.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
no
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
no
yes
More Instruments: 
Service interval indicator
Multifunction computer with visual gear change recommendation for fuel consumption
Brake pad wear indicator
Warning sound and light for front and rear seat belts if unfastened
Odometer
Traction Battery Level,

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Power operated canvas convertible top
Electrically power adjustable, heated, folding, auto dimming, front passenger exterior door mirror lowering function
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Remote keyless power door locks
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Power adjustable lumbar support in front
Front sports comfort seats with manual height adjustment
Front seat back storage pocket
Front centre armrest
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
8 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6 -way manual passenger seat adjustment
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Ventilated driver seat
Ventilated passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
50/50 rear seat bench split folding rear seat backrests
Folding center armrest
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Rear ventilation ducts
Multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Strut
Rear Suspension: 
Double Wishbone
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
no
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Illuminated vanity mirrors in sun visors with air bag label on sun visor and b-pillar
Climate control - 2 zone electronic air conditioning with automatic air recirculation and allergy filter
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Digital inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB type C Interface 2X and USB charging socket
WeConnect plus
SMS functionality - read, compose and send SMS messages using touch-screen display
Bluetooth - Simultaneous pairing of 2 compatible mobile devices
Music playback - MP3, WMA and AAC files
Title and cover art display
6 speakers
Navigation system discover media including streaming and internet
Active Info display 10.25" high resolution TFT dash display with customisable menu and information
Bluetooth telephone and audio connection for compatible devices
8" colour touch screen
12.3" Multimedia System
11 speaker system w/576 watt equivalent maximum output amplifier
multi-touch gesture high resolution display screen
Subaru Solterra Connect intelligent assistant includes dual-zone voice control system w/driver and passenger headliner microphone
steering wheel talk switch,
steering wheel control switches for audio system and Bluetooth, USB A input/charge port and illuminated dual USB C input/charge port
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
4 Months of provided satellite radio service
1 subwoofer(s)
576 watts stereo output

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Black door handles
Rain sensor
Body colour rear roof spoiler
Auto dimming interior rear view mirror
LED rear number plate lights
High level 3rd brake light
Chrome trim on upper and lower radiator grille
Windscreen wiper with intermittent wipe light
Body coloured comfort bumpers
Darkened LED tail lamp
Roof Rack Rails
Lip Spoiler
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 in
20 X 7.5
Wheels more: 
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
no
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
ventilated discs
Front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear disc brakes
Rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rigid safety cell with front and rear crumple zones
Front passenger airbag deactivation
Electronic parking brake with auto hold
2 x 3-point rear seat belts
Volkswagen roadside assistance
Three point height adjust front seatbelts + pretensioners
Electronic stability control (ESC) includes ASR, EDL, EDTC and trailer stabilisation function
Alarm with interior protection and deactivation via infotainment system
Driver alert system with fatigue detection
Lane assist
Warning sound and light for doors and tailgate open
Driver alert system with fatigue detection
Warning sound and light for front and rear seat belts if unfastened
Lane Tracing Assist
Side Impact Beams
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) Blind Spot
Lane Departure Prevention Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Departure Prevention Lane Departure Warning
Collision Mitigation-Front
Evasion Assist
EyeSight Pre-Collision Braking w/Intersection Collision Avoidance Support
Aerial View Camera System
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
4-wheel ABS
Self-leveling headlights
LED headlamp
Turn signal mirrors
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Exterior Options: 
Door Edge Guards - Elemental Red Pearl
Accessory Activity Mount
Door Edge Guards - Smoked Carbon
Door Edge Guards - Cosmic White Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Harbor Mist Gray Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Galactic Black
Interior Options: 
All-Weather Floor Liners
Cargo Tray
Cargo Net

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leatherette
#000000
Gray/Blue, leatherette
#BFBFBF