Why have 120, 000 people bought this car!
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Date: 2024-03-12
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FF-li6zj
I have one as a rental car at the moment (didn't chose it, was 'upgraded' to it. My resumee so far: An utter turd. On bumpy roads there is rattling inside the doors. Once a week Bluetooth fails with Error for no apparent reason and only resumes operation after a complete shutdown. Android and Carplay integration is an utter mess and unreliable. The car is constantly beeping at me for not having BOTH hands on the steering wheel. Speaking of the steering wheel: It transfers so much vibration that my hands get numb. Squeaky wipers. Haven't found a way to disable the adaptive feature of the cruise control, but that might be a case of RTFM. Other drivers flashed at me on multiple occasions which indicates to me that the headlight seem to blind the other traffic.
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I have one as a rental car at the moment (didn't chose it, was 'upgraded' to it. My resumee so far: An utter turd. On bumpy roads there is rattling inside the doors. Once a week Bluetooth fails with Error for no apparent reason and only resumes operation after a complete shutdown. Android and Carplay integration is an utter mess and unreliable. The car is constantly beeping at me for not having BOTH hands on the steering wheel. Speaking of the steering wheel: It transfers so much vibration that my hands get numb. Squeaky wipers. Haven't found a way to disable the adaptive feature of the cruise control, but that might be a case of RTFM. Other drivers flashed at me on multiple occasions which indicates to me that the headlight seem to blind the other traffic.
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baronvonjo1929
I will say one reason it could be selling well is the fact the current Golf and other hatchbacks and sedans have gotten way to low for their own good and aren't practical for many people anymore. Look at the MK 1 Golf. It looks to have more ground clearance than even the T Roc. Now Golf's are slammed to the ground for no reason. These are suppose to be basic commuter cars. Yet automakers make them low and impractical to navigate poor quality roads thus among other reasons pushing consumers in areas with poor infrastructure to crossovers. The ride height and better roof lines are also selling points. However this car does seem to be lacking in those.
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I will say one reason it could be selling well is the fact the current Golf and other hatchbacks and sedans have gotten way to low for their own good and aren't practical for many people anymore. Look at the MK 1 Golf. It looks to have more ground clearance than even the T Roc. Now Golf's are slammed to the ground for no reason. These are suppose to be basic commuter cars. Yet automakers make them low and impractical to navigate poor quality roads thus among other reasons pushing consumers in areas with poor infrastructure to crossovers. The ride height and better roof lines are also selling points. However this car does seem to be lacking in those.
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kadajawi2
I own a Golf Mk 7, and once in a while I get a T-Roc as replacement car while my Golf is in for service. It is worse in every sense. It doesn't ride as good. It feels less sporty. It feels cheaper inside. Space isn't that much better, if at all. It is less comfortable. It just isn't as good as a Golf, because it tries to be a SUV. And it costs more!
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I own a Golf Mk 7, and once in a while I get a T-Roc as replacement car while my Golf is in for service. It is worse in every sense. It doesn't ride as good. It feels less sporty. It feels cheaper inside. Space isn't that much better, if at all. It is less comfortable. It just isn't as good as a Golf, because it tries to be a SUV. And it costs more!
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carwow
Hi I’ve been thinking about them I like the look of them but on your review it’s put me off I drive a 2012 vw golf 2. 0 gt manual deisel with 110, 000 miles 62 mpg only car I’d change it for as I’ve had these before is bmw 520/530 deisel se or business edition auto otherwise I’ll keep the golf great review Matt
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Hi I’ve been thinking about them I like the look of them but on your review it’s put me off I drive a 2012 vw golf 2. 0 gt manual deisel with 110, 000 miles 62 mpg only car I’d change it for as I’ve had these before is bmw 520/530 deisel se or business edition auto otherwise I’ll keep the golf great review Matt
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patrickf2386
I recently had one of these as a rental. Why you wouldn't buy a Ford Focus, Skoda Octavia or a BMW 3-Series Touring for a bit more instead is beyond my comprehension. It is the most unforgettable, average driving experience I've ever had. And there are so many of these nowadays, I call them the rats of city roads.
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I recently had one of these as a rental. Why you wouldn't buy a Ford Focus, Skoda Octavia or a BMW 3-Series Touring for a bit more instead is beyond my comprehension. It is the most unforgettable, average driving experience I've ever had. And there are so many of these nowadays, I call them the rats of city roads.
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HamerReviews
Have to agree with you on the engine / gearbox. I have an Audi Q3 40TFSI and the 35 TFSI suffers from the exact same automatic gearbox issue and to be honest, even the 40 TFSI isn’t perfect. Going manual does solve the issue and also the 40 TDI is probably the sweet spot. Live and learn.
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Have to agree with you on the engine / gearbox. I have an Audi Q3 40TFSI and the 35 TFSI suffers from the exact same automatic gearbox issue and to be honest, even the 40 TFSI isn’t perfect. Going manual does solve the issue and also the 40 TDI is probably the sweet spot. Live and learn.
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jasonkaroq1138
I like the look of the T-Roc but chose karoq 1. 5 dsg instead as I preferred the karoq. Spot on the gearbox and engine comment. Not a major issue in normal driving but ask to car to do something quick like accelerate and you get delay and wheel spin. A friend has golf with same issues.
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I like the look of the T-Roc but chose karoq 1. 5 dsg instead as I preferred the karoq. Spot on the gearbox and engine comment. Not a major issue in normal driving but ask to car to do something quick like accelerate and you get delay and wheel spin. A friend has golf with same issues.
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thedandy6765
the problem with the gas pedal is that its an electronic gas pedal so it has a delay before it actually notices that you gave more gas
i got a stage 1 on my Troc R and had them do the throttle response to and i now have 0 deadspot if i mash the pedal it instantly revs up
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the problem with the gas pedal is that its an electronic gas pedal so it has a delay before it actually notices that you gave more gas
i got a stage 1 on my Troc R and had them do the throttle response to and i now have 0 deadspot if i mash the pedal it instantly revs up
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lflyr6287
Carwow: I was just about to buy it. but I came across Hyundai Tucson 2. 0 D 190 HP AWD. I was amazed of how more spaceous ir is, has a much much higher build quality and much much higher reliability. while also looking much much better than this puny t-roc.
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Carwow: I was just about to buy it. but I came across Hyundai Tucson 2. 0 D 190 HP AWD. I was amazed of how more spaceous ir is, has a much much higher build quality and much much higher reliability. while also looking much much better than this puny t-roc.
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Ijusthopeitsquick
Matt is right about the DSG7 gearbox. I have the same on my Yeti and it's the car's only major flaw. The 1. 5 second lag is borderline dangerous until you learn to make allowances. VW must be aware of this flaw but they have never rectified it.
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Matt is right about the DSG7 gearbox. I have the same on my Yeti and it's the car's only major flaw. The 1. 5 second lag is borderline dangerous until you learn to make allowances. VW must be aware of this flaw but they have never rectified it.
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noerden91
for me i like the Troc becouse it feels more like the Golf 7 then the Golf 8 and i think the Golf 7 was better built with better material and better layout the golf 8 feels abit cheap with it lack of buttons in the cabin and things like that
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for me i like the Troc becouse it feels more like the Golf 7 then the Golf 8 and i think the Golf 7 was better built with better material and better layout the golf 8 feels abit cheap with it lack of buttons in the cabin and things like that
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Nancy-pt7hi
Anyone like me still happily driving a Suzuki Swift 2013 GLX I don't think I'll ever need a dashboard infotainment system, or reverse camera, or adaptive cruise control (I love normal cruise control though, . Am I outdated
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Anyone like me still happily driving a Suzuki Swift 2013 GLX I don't think I'll ever need a dashboard infotainment system, or reverse camera, or adaptive cruise control (I love normal cruise control though, . Am I outdated
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josegimb7220
If that rubbish scratchy plastic interior is still there. and those basic options are an extra for that final price. Do not count on my and my every day more reduced economic capacity, Volks Wagen hahaha
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If that rubbish scratchy plastic interior is still there. and those basic options are an extra for that final price. Do not count on my and my every day more reduced economic capacity, Volks Wagen hahaha
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DenJoost
It's easier for old people to get in and out of the car, because it's a bit higher than for example the Golf. That's why it sells so good. And older people have more money and can buy new cars.
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It's easier for old people to get in and out of the car, because it's a bit higher than for example the Golf. That's why it sells so good. And older people have more money and can buy new cars.
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sewen70
The main reason they sold so few Golfs is because they aren't building them. Near 2 year wait for a golf is not uncommon. I ordered one but cancelled it after a few months and no delivery date
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The main reason they sold so few Golfs is because they aren't building them. Near 2 year wait for a golf is not uncommon. I ordered one but cancelled it after a few months and no delivery date
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mrnicktoyou
I once owned a Ford Mondeo diesel with the dual clutch gearbox and it sounds like this car has similar issues. The gearbox was horrible and the engine was laggy. Terrible combination.
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I once owned a Ford Mondeo diesel with the dual clutch gearbox and it sounds like this car has similar issues. The gearbox was horrible and the engine was laggy. Terrible combination.
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flaw3dgenius222
Pretty sure i read this is built on the Polo not the Golf Doesnt look like the Golf dashboard. Thats defo the Polo dashboard/screen. Top of the door scratchy like the Polo as well.
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Pretty sure i read this is built on the Polo not the Golf Doesnt look like the Golf dashboard. Thats defo the Polo dashboard/screen. Top of the door scratchy like the Polo as well.
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stevecross5444
The Nissan Qashqai is a much better option, for this size SUV. It has more kit as standard. It is certainly cheaper, but is better quality. And I personally think it looks better.
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The Nissan Qashqai is a much better option, for this size SUV. It has more kit as standard. It is certainly cheaper, but is better quality. And I personally think it looks better.
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markuslc1888
it's a cheap feeling car for a very high price, so either ppl are fanboys and buy whatever VW throws at ehm, or VW dealers give enormous discounts, which make up for the high price
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it's a cheap feeling car for a very high price, so either ppl are fanboys and buy whatever VW throws at ehm, or VW dealers give enormous discounts, which make up for the high price
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scotturich
I guess it’s right size right market, in the US the Atlas sells the best for big Americans. Europe has always loved the Golf so a lifted version of it makes sense
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I guess it’s right size right market, in the US the Atlas sells the best for big Americans. Europe has always loved the Golf so a lifted version of it makes sense
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