2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC height

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Go to a qualified workshop and have the system checked.
Fault in Hill Start Assist
Go to a qualified workshop and have the system checked.
Offroad display
The offroad display contains digital instruments that show additional information about the vehicle
and its surroundings. This makes it possible to assess the current driving situation more precisely.

Fig. 112 In the Infotainment system: offroad display.
Opening the offroad display
Press the button on the Infotainment system.
Touch the Vehicle function button.
Touch the Selection function button.
Touch the Offroad function button.
Selecting instruments and setting units
The Infotainment system displays various instruments ⇒ Fig. 112 .
To change instruments, swipe vertically over the display.
The units can be adjusted for some instruments in the Infotainment system ⇒ Infotainment system
controls and displays .
Instruments in the offroad display:
Altimeter: the altimeter shows the current height above sea level.
Steering angle display: the steering angle of the vehicle is displayed in the range between -49° and
49°. The value is positive for a left steering angle and negative for a right steering angle.
Compass: the compass shows the current driving direction.

Any rain entering the vehicle when the windows or glass roof are open can soak the interior
equipment and cause damage to the vehicle. Always keep the windows and glass roof closed when
driving offroad.
Explanation of some technical terms

Fig. 113 Illustration: angle of gradient.

Fig. 114 Illustration: tilt angle.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Centre of gravityThe centre of gravity of a vehicle influences its propensity to roll over. The vehicle
has greater ground clearance for offroad driving, and thus a higher centre of gravity than a normal
vehicle. The high centre of gravity means that there is a greater danger of roll-over when driving.
Always remember this fact when driving and follow the safety tips and warnings given in this
owner's manual.Ground clearanceThis is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest
item on the vehicle underbody.Angle of gradientThe number of metres in height gained over a
distance of 100 m is given as a percentage or degree ⇒ Fig. 113 . Indication of gradient that the
vehicle can drive up under its own power. This depends on aspects such as the road surface and
engine power.Tilt angleMaximum angle at which the vehicle may be driven across a slope without
the vehicle tipping over (determined by centre of gravity) ⇒ Fig. 114 .Breakover angleMaximum
permitted angle given in degrees that a vehicle driven at low speed can clear a ramp without the
underbody of the vehicle scraping the ramp.Ramp angleCrossover from the horizontal level surface
to an uphill gradient, or from a downhill gradient back to the level surface. Angle up to which the
vehicle bottoms with the underbody on the ramp edge.Fall lineThis is the vertical drop
route.ArticulationThe articulation capability of the vehicle when driving over objects with just one
side of the vehicle.
Checklist before driving offroad
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 

Push the luggage compartment cover into the side retainers ⇒ Fig. 146  (lower arrows).
Hook the retaining straps onto the boot lid ⇒ Fig. 146  (upper arrows).

WARNING
Objects that are not secured or secured incorrectly or animals on the luggage compartment cover
may cause severe injuries in the event of sudden driving or braking manoeuvres or accidents.
Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp items on the luggage compartment cover either loosely or in
bags.
Do not transport animals on the luggage compartment cover.

NOTICE
To prevent damage to the luggage compartment cover, do not load the luggage compartment to
such a height that the luggage compartment cover presses against the load when the boot lid is
closed.
Luggage compartment floor
Luggage compartment floor – Functions

Fig. 147 In the luggage compartment: opening the luggage compartment floor.

Fig. 148 In the luggage compartment: locking the luggage compartment floor.
Opening the luggage compartment floor
Grip the recessed handle in the luggage compartment floor ⇒ Fig. 147  and lift it upwards.

Before driving through an automatic car wash.
The vehicle height exceeds the required clearance height, e.g. in a garage.

NOTICE
Always remove the roof carrier before driving through an automatic car wash.
The height of the vehicle is changed by the installation of a roof carrier and the load secured to it.
Check and compare the height of the vehicle with clearance heights, e.g. for underpasses and garage
doors.
The roof carrier and its load must not obstruct you from opening and closing the glass roof and the
boot lid. The roof aerial must also remain unaffected.

Driving with a fitted roof carrier will increase air resistance and thus increase fuel consumption.
Trailer towing
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Technical requirements 
⇒ Fitting the removable ball head 
⇒ Removing the ball head 
⇒ Notes on towing a trailer 
⇒ Loading the trailer 
⇒ Driving with a trailer 
⇒ Trailer stabilisation 
⇒ Retrofitting a towing bracket 
The vehicle can be used to tow a trailer if it has the required technical equipment for this. The
additional trailer load will affect the amount of wear, fuel consumption and performance of the
vehicle and, in certain circumstances, could shorten the service intervals.
Driving with a trailer not only places an extra load on the vehicle, but also requires increased
concentration on the part of the driver.
Vehicles with start/stop system
When using towing brackets that were not retrofitted by Volkswagen, the start/stop system must be
deactivated manually using the button in the centre console before towing a trailer, and it must
remain deactivated for as long as a trailer is being towed ⇒ .

when driving into
parking spaces
with high kerbs or
fixed boundaries.
Objects that
protrude from the
ground can
damage the
bumper and other
components when
parking the
vehicle.pecified
values can vary
due to different
wheel rim and tyre
sizes, additional
equipment,
different model
versions or
retrofitted
accessories, and
also for special
vehicles and
vehicles that have
been
manufactured for
other
countries. Fig. 217 :
Value
Ⓓ Height to the
upper edge of
the roof at
kerb weighta)
1,533
mm
Height at kerb
weighta) with
navigation
aerial
1,573
mm
Height to the
roof railing at
kerb weighta)
1,552
mm
Ⓔ Length with
fitted towing
bracket (when
supplied from
4,330
mm

when driving into
parking spaces
with high kerbs or
fixed boundaries.
Objects that
protrude from the
ground can
damage the
bumper and other
components when
parking the
vehicle.pecified
values can vary
due to different
wheel rim and tyre
sizes, additional
equipment,
different model
versions or
retrofitted
accessories, and
also for special
vehicles and
vehicles that have
been
manufactured for
other
countries. Fig. 217 :
Value
factory)
Ⓕ Length (from
bumper to
bumper)
4,234
mm
Ⓖ Wheelbase 2,590
mm
Ⓗ Ground
clearance
when ready to
driveb)
between the
axles
161
mm
Ⓘ Height with
open bonnet
1,838

when driving into
parking spaces
with high kerbs or
fixed boundaries.
Objects that
protrude from the
ground can
damage the
bumper and other
components when
parking the
vehicle.pecified
values can vary
due to different
wheel rim and tyre
sizes, additional
equipment,
different model
versions or
retrofitted
accessories, and
also for special
vehicles and
vehicles that have
been
manufactured for
other
countries. Fig. 217 :
Value
and kerb
weighta)
mm
Ⓙ Height with
open boot lid
and kerb
weighta)
1,992
mm
Turning circle
diameter
Approx.
11.1 m

carefully
through dips
in the road
and over
kg 1,270