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VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC R

ENGINE: 2.0-litre turbo petrol

POWER: 224kW/440Nm

GEARBOX: 7-speed automated dual-clutch (DSG), AWD

ECONOMY: 9.3l/100km (WLTP)

PRICE: $68,990

+ Very quick, optional Akrapovic exhaust sounds great, nice new interior

— No new-generation engine or differential, close to Golf R price with the exhaust optioned, haptic touch steering wheel