Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI vs Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI 8.4 s Runner-up: 8.6 s
Power winner Tie 150 hp Same value
Cargo winner Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI 521 L Runner-up: 392 L
Price winner Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI $27,590 Runner-up: $28,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI against the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.4 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI. Their listed outputs are also identical at 150 hp. Both specifications list 250 Nm of torque. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI has the lower recorded consumption at 6.4 L/100km; 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI is listed at 6.7 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 521 litres versus 392 litres, a difference of 129 litres. 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI is 154 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI has the lower listed starting price at $27,590, compared with $28,900 for 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI. 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.4 s8.6 s
Top Speed210 km/h210 km/h
Power150 hp150 hp
Torque250 Nm250 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank50 L50 L
Efficiency6.7 L/100km6.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions153 g/km146 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,236 mm4,390 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm165 mm
Cargo392 L521 L
Curb Weight1,370 kg1,390 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.6 m10.4 m
Starting MSRP$27,590$28,900

Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI vs Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.4 seconds, versus 8.6 seconds for 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 210 km/h, approximately 130 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

Both specifications are listed at 150 hp.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI has more listed cargo space at 521 litres (18.4 cu ft), versus 392 litres (13.8 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI is heavier at 1,390 kg (3,064 lb), while 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI is listed at 1,370 kg (3,020 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $27,590 USD, compared with $28,900 USD for 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen T-Roc 1.5 TSI leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.