VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 62 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests (2024)
62
Avg Mileage
35,751 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,650
Is the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.
At 4 years old, 76% of VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-As from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 62 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 35,751 miles.
How does the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A has 35,751 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A by Year
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About the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A
The 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A is a small family car with a 1598cc diesel engine. 62 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 35,751 miles at 4 years old, VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A Fuel Costs
The 1598cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,650 (£138/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 76% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A
At 4 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 62 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS SEL TDI S-A
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2018) 92% pass rate (+16%) from 111,972 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (+13%) from 93,803 tests
- MERCEDES A (2019) 91% pass rate (+15%) from 89,588 tests
- MERCEDES A-CLASS (2018) 89% pass rate (+13%) from 81,134 tests