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Disclaimer: The Standard Equipment, Colour and Trim, Options and Technical Data shown below is provided by a 3rd party. We therefore encourage you to check this information at the manufacturer's website before you place an order. E&OE.
| Adaptive cruise control including speed limiter and city emergency braking | Driver Convenience |
| Cross wind assist | Driver Convenience |
| Dimmable instrument illumination | Driver Convenience |
| eCall emergency system | Driver Convenience |
| Front assist with autonomous emergency braking | Driver Convenience |
| Headlight range control | Driver Convenience |
| Mobile phone interface | Driver Convenience |
| 2 USB interfaces type C in dashboard | Entertainment |
| 6 speakers with 2 tweeters, 2 woofers and 2 full range speakers | Entertainment |
| Composition colour radio with 6.5" touchscreen | Entertainment |
| Digital radio reception (DAB+) | Entertainment |
| Volkswagen app connect | Entertainment |
| Additional dust seals on outside | Exterior Features |
| Black painted radiator grille with 5 chrome trims | Exterior Features |
| Body colour bumpers | Exterior Features |
| Body coloured exterior mirror housings and door handles | Exterior Features |
| Electric windows front + rear | Exterior Features |
| Illuminated steps in passenger/load compartment | Exterior Features |
| Left convex exterior mirror | Exterior Features |
| Rear window with heat insulating glass, heated, rear window wiper and washer system | Exterior Features |
| Red LED rear combination lamps | Exterior Features |
| Right convex exterior mirror | Exterior Features |
| Sliding door on the left in load/passenger compartment | Exterior Features |
| Sliding door on the right in load/passenger compartment | Exterior Features |
| Standard roof with 10 feet mounting points for roof rack system | Exterior Features |
| Transporter nameplate on the rear fender | Exterior Features |
| 2 12V outlets in dashboard | Interior Features |
| 3 spoke leather wrapped multi function steering wheel | Interior Features |
| Air cleaner | Interior Features |
| Comfort headliner in cab and headliner for recirculated air with vents in passenger compartment | Interior Features |
| Driver and passenger grab handles on A pillars | Interior Features |
| Dust/pollen filter | Interior Features |
| Glove compartment with illumination | Interior Features |
| Interior lighting with LED technology in load/passenger compartment | Interior Features |
| Interior plastic loading edge protection | Interior Features |
| Lashing rings for load restraint system | Interior Features |
| Lumbar supports for left and right single seat in the 1st row of seats (both manually adjustable) | Interior Features |
| Refrigerant R1234yf | Interior Features |
| Soft folding grab handles on roof frame | Interior Features |
| Special interior noise suppression measures | Interior Features |
| Special sound deadening measures in cab and passenger compartment | Interior Features |
| Standard lower part dashboard in palladium | Interior Features |
| Sun visors with mirror, illuminated and airbag label on front passenger sun visor | Interior Features |
| Sunshades for side windows in passenger compartment | Interior Features |
| Tool kit and heavy duty jack | Interior Features |
| Vents for side windows in headliner | Interior Features |
| Lights and Vision package | Packs |
| Non smoker pack | Packs |
| Without storage package - Shuttle | Packs |
| 3 point seat belts, height adjustable on outer seats in cab with electric pretensioners | Passive Safety |
| Driver and front passenger airbag with front passenger airbag deactivation | Passive Safety |
| Driver and front passenger curtain airbags | Passive Safety |
| Power operated child safety lock | Passive Safety |
| Single tone horn | Passive Safety |
| Warning buzzer and light for driver seat belt not fastened | Passive Safety |
| Anti-theft alarm system with interior monitoring, backup horn and towing protection | Security |
| Central locking system with radio remote control, inside system controls and safelock | Security |
| 16" chassis with 16" brake system | Technical |
| Diesel particulate filter | Technical |
| Electronic Stability Control, ABS, ASR with deactivation button, eletronic differential lock and brake assist system | Technical |
| Hill start assist | Technical |
| Initial standard fuel filling | Technical |
| Start and stop system with regenerative braking | Technical |
| Traction control | Technical |
| 17" Devonport alloy wheels | Wheels |
| Wheel center cover | Wheels |
| Metallic - Fortana Red |
| Metallic - Indium grey |
| Metallic - Mojave beige |
| Metallic - Ravenna blue |
| Metallic - Reflex silver |
| Metallic - Starlight blue |
| Pearl - Deep black |
| Solid - Ascot grey |
| Solid - Cherry red |
| Solid - Pure grey |
| Special solid - Candy white |
| Cost (exc VAT) | VAT | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome exterior trim | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| 3 single seats with Easy Entry on outer seats and all backrests separately foldable in 2nd row of seats | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| Modular seat mount system front 3/2 seater bench/single seat in 2nd row with 3 seat bench (3/2 seat bench) in 3rd row | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| 1st row front seats on the left | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| 1st row front seats on the right | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| 3 seater bench with folding/tumbling in 3rd row of seats | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| 3 single seats with Easy Entry on outer seats and all backrests separately foldable in 2nd row of seats | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| Modular seat mount system front 3/2 seater bench/single seat in 2nd row with 3 seat bench (3/2 seat bench) in 3rd row | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| Registration Fee | On The Road | £55.00 | £0.00 |
| Delivery | On The Road | £780.00 | £156.00 |
| Twelve Months Road Tax | On The Road | £3,300.00 | £0.00 |
| Active lane assist with side assist | Driver Convenience | £1,245.00 | £249.00 |
| Digital cockpit and driver alert system | Driver Convenience | £425.00 | £85.00 |
| Discover media navigation system including streaming and internet | Driver Convenience | £1,205.00 | £241.00 |
| Discover media pro navigation system including streaming and internet | Driver Convenience | £1,755.00 | £351.00 |
| Driver alert system | Driver Convenience | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Driver alert with premium multifunction display | Driver Convenience | £145.00 | £29.00 |
| Electromechanical speed sensitive power steering, height and longitudinally adjustable steering column | Driver Convenience | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Front and rear parking sensors with park assist | Driver Convenience | £310.00 | £62.00 |
| Multi function display plus with black and white display | Driver Convenience | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Parking sensors front and rear | Driver Convenience | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Power steering with mobility aid | Driver Convenience | £90.00 | £18.00 |
| Rear view camera | Driver Convenience | £270.00 | £54.00 |
| TPMS (Tyre pressure monitoring system) | Driver Convenience | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Traffic sign recognition | Driver Convenience | £255.00 | £51.00 |
| Trailer assist including park assist, front and rear parking sensors, rear view camera and side protection | Driver Convenience | £830.00 | £166.00 |
| Tyre pressure monitoring system (direct measurement) | Driver Convenience | £160.00 | £32.00 |
| Washer fluid level indicator | Driver Convenience | £60.00 | £12.00 |
| Without camera systems | Driver Convenience | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Deletion of rear hooks | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Electric sliding door driver and passenger side | Exterior Features | £1,060.00 | £212.00 |
| Front fog lights with cornering function | Exterior Features | £390.00 | £78.00 |
| Green tinted heat insulating glass in front | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| H7 twin halogen headlamps | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Heat insulating windshield made of laminated glass | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Heated laminated windshield | Exterior Features | £450.00 | £90.00 |
| Heated, power adjustable and power folding wing mirrors | Exterior Features | £155.00 | £31.00 |
| High beam assist | Exterior Features | £150.00 | £30.00 |
| LED headlights with LED daytime running lights and tailgate with red tail lights | Exterior Features | £1,165.00 | £233.00 |
| Metallic paint | Exterior Features | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Mud flaps front and rear | Exterior Features | £150.00 | £30.00 |
| Pearlescent paint | Exterior Features | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Power adjustable and heated exterior mirrors | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Power latching for driver side sliding door | Exterior Features | £150.00 | £30.00 |
| Power latching for passenger side sliding door | Exterior Features | £150.00 | £30.00 |
| Preparation for roof load rack | Exterior Features | £130.00 | £26.00 |
| Privacy glass in passenger/load compartment with green heat insulating glass in cab | Exterior Features | £320.00 | £64.00 |
| Rear wing doors with heated windows | Exterior Features | £310.00 | £62.00 |
| Separate daytime running light (permanently switched on while driving) | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Side windows front and rear, in load/ passenger compartment on left | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Side windows front and rear, in load/ passenger compartment on right | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Sliding window in front and fixed rear window in load/passenger compartment on driver side | Exterior Features | £225.00 | £45.00 |
| Sliding window in front and fixed rear window in load/passenger compartment on passenger side | Exterior Features | £225.00 | £45.00 |
| Solid paint | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Special solid paint | Exterior Features | £275.00 | £55.00 |
| Tailgate closing with unlatching from the inside | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Tailgate with trunk lid unlocking from outside | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Tow bar preparation including trailer stabilisation | Exterior Features | £240.00 | £48.00 |
| Towbar - removable and lockable included trailer stabilisation | Exterior Features | £695.00 | £139.00 |
| Without front fog lamps | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Without trailer hitch | Exterior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| 12 way power adjust driver seat with memory, manual height adjustable front passenger seat | Interior Features | £1,060.00 | £212.00 |
| 3 Zone climatronic air conditioning with 2nd evaporator/ auxilliary heater, air conditioned headline and additional passenger control | Interior Features | £1,085.00 | £217.00 |
| Air condition system in cab with electronic control and 2nd heating system in passenager compartment with ventilation | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Armrest for drivers seat | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Auxiliary heater | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Basic CFCU with terminal block and bodybuilder configuration | Interior Features | £450.00 | £90.00 |
| Carpet floor covering in cab | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Carpet floor covering in passenger compartment | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| CFCU preparation with terminal block | Interior Features | £120.00 | £24.00 |
| Circuit cloth upholstery | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Comfort dashboard | Interior Features | £470.00 | £94.00 |
| Console on dashboard with 1-DIN slot and positions for additional switches | Interior Features | £75.00 | £15.00 |
| Dual passenger seat in cab | Interior Features | £235.00 | £47.00 |
| Heated driver and front passenger seat | Interior Features | £345.00 | £69.00 |
| Height adjustment for left and right single seat in cab | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Leatherette upholstery | Interior Features | £70.00 | £14.00 |
| Nappa leather upholstery | Interior Features | £2,550.00 | £510.00 |
| Programmable parking heater with radio remote control, auxiliary heater (coolant) and second battery | Interior Features | £2,340.00 | £468.00 |
| Rubber floor covering in cab and passenger compartment | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Swivel driver seat in cab | Interior Features | £115.00 | £23.00 |
| Swivel passenger seat in cab | Interior Features | £115.00 | £23.00 |
| Tray | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Without height adjustment for driver and single passenger seats | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Without seats in the second row | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Without seats in the third row | Interior Features | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| 5 Seat Pack - Shuttle LWB | Packs | £395.00 | £79.00 |
| 8 Seat Pack - Shuttle LWB | Packs | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Chrome pack - Shuttle | Packs | £795.00 | £159.00 |
| Metallic - Fortana Red | Paintwork | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Metallic - Indium grey | Paintwork | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Metallic - Mojave beige | Paintwork | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Metallic - Ravenna blue | Paintwork | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Metallic - Reflex silver | Paintwork | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Metallic - Starlight blue | Paintwork | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Pearl - Deep black | Paintwork | £690.00 | £138.00 |
| Solid - Ascot grey | Paintwork | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Solid - Cherry red | Paintwork | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Solid - Pure grey | Paintwork | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Special solid - Candy white | Paintwork | £275.00 | £55.00 |
| First aid kit with warning triangle and safety vest | Passive Safety | £60.00 | £12.00 |
| Front side airbag with head airbag | Passive Safety | £840.00 | £168.00 |
| ISOFIX and top tether child seat anchorage for 2 & 3 Row | Passive Safety | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Without first aid kit and warning triangle | Passive Safety | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| 2 remote control folding keys | Security | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| 4 remote control folding keys | Security | £110.00 | £22.00 |
| 70 L volume fuel tank | Technical | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| 80 litre fuel tank | Technical | £80.00 | £16.00 |
| Preparation for second battery | Technical | £330.00 | £66.00 |
| Second battery (68Ah, AGM) with cut off relay | Technical | £270.00 | £54.00 |
| Second battery (68Ah, AGM) with cut off relay and battery monitoring | Technical | £310.00 | £62.00 |
| Stronger battery and stronger alternator | Technical | £235.00 | £47.00 |
| Circuit cloth - black | Trim | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Leatherette - Titanium black | Trim | £70.00 | £14.00 |
| Nappa leather - Titanium black | Trim | £2,550.00 | £510.00 |
| All season tyres 215/60 R17 C 109/107T 104H with super low rolling resistance | Wheels | £180.00 | £36.00 |
| Steel spare wheel with original equipment tyre | Wheels | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Tyre mobility kit in lieu of spare wheel with 12 volt compressor and tyre sealant | Wheels | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Tyres 215/60 R17 C 109/107T, low rolling resistance | Wheels | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| HC | Emissions - ICE | Not Available | |
| Standard Euro Emissions | Emissions - ICE | EURO 6 | |
| WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb | Emissions - ICE | 206 | |
| WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH | Emissions - ICE | 216 | |
| WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL | Emissions - ICE | 206 | |
| Automatic Transmission | Engine and Drive Train | Yes | |
| Catalytic Convertor | Engine and Drive Train | Yes | |
| CC | Engine and Drive Train | 1968 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Engine and Drive Train | IN-LINE | |
| Cylinders | Engine and Drive Train | 4 | |
| Engine Layout | Engine and Drive Train | FRONT TRANSVERSE | |
| Engine Make | Engine and Drive Train | Not Available | |
| Fuel Delivery | Engine and Drive Train | COMMON RAIL | |
| Fuel Type | Engine and Drive Train | DIESEL | |
| Gears | Engine and Drive Train | 7 SPEED | |
| Manual Transmission | Engine and Drive Train | No | |
| Valve gear | Engine and Drive Train | DOHC | |
| EC | Fuel Consumption - ICE | No | |
| WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 7.8 | |
| WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 8.3 | |
| WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 7.8 | |
| WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 8.1 | |
| WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 6.8 | |
| WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 9.8 | |
| WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 7.8 | |
| WLTP - MPG - Comb | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 36.2 | |
| WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 34 | |
| WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 36.2 | |
| WLTP - MPG - Extra High | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 34.9 | |
| WLTP - MPG - High | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 41.5 | |
| WLTP - MPG - Low | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 28.8 | |
| WLTP - MPG - Medium | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 36.2 | |
| Alternator Amps | General | 250 | |
| Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern? | General | No | |
| Badge Engine CC | General | 2.0 | |
| Badge Power | General | 150 | |
| Based On ID | General | Not Available | |
| Battery AH | General | 70 | |
| Chassis Engine Number | General | Not Available | |
| Coin Description | General | Not Available | |
| Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code | General | Not Available | |
| Coin Power Output Code | General | Not Available | |
| Coin Series | General | Not Available | |
| Coin Wheelbase Description Code | General | Not Available | |
| Coin Wheelbase Name Code | General | Not Available | |
| Exhaust System | General | CATALYTIC CONVERTER | |
| Generation Mark | General | 6 | |
| Ghost model for valuation purposes | General | No | |
| Insurance Group 1 | General | Not Available | |
| Insurance Group 2 | General | Not Available | |
| NCAP Adult Occupant Protection % | General | Not Available | |
| NCAP Child Occupant Protection % | General | Not Available | |
| NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09 | General | Not Available | |
| NCAP Overall Rating - LCV | General | Not Available | |
| NCAP Pedestrian Protection % | General | Not Available | |
| NCAP Safety Assist % | General | Not Available | |
| Relative Height | General | H1 | |
| Relative Length | General | L2 | |
| Running Cost League Headings | General | MEDIUM | |
| Service Interval Frequency - Months | General | 12 | |
| Service Interval Mileage | General | 10000 | |
| Special Edition | General | No | |
| Special Order | General | No | |
| Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage | General | 100000 | |
| Standard manufacturers warranty - Years | General | 3 | |
| This vehicle is classed as a car for VED purposes | General | Yes | |
| VAT qualifying vehicle - Seek advice from HMRC | General | Yes | |
| Vehicle Homologation Class | General | M1 | |
| Vin/Frame No. | General | Not Available | |
| 0 to 62 mph (secs) | Performance | 12 | |
| BHP | Performance | 150 | |
| Engine Power KW | Performance | 110 | |
| Engine Power RPM | Performance | 3250 | |
| Engine Torque LBS.FT | Performance | 251 | |
| Engine Torque MKG | Performance | 34.7 | |
| Engine Torque NM | Performance | 340 | |
| Engine Torque RPM | Performance | 1500 | |
| Top Speed | Performance | 113 | |
| Emissions Test Cycle | Test Cycles | WLTP | |
| RDE Certification Level | Test Cycles | RDE 2 | |
| Alloys? | Tyres | Yes | |
| Automatic Clutch | Tyres | Yes | |
| Plated 3rd Axle | Tyres | Not Available | |
| Plated 4th Axle | Tyres | Not Available | |
| Space Saver? | Tyres | No | |
| Tyre Make | Tyres | Not Available | |
| Tyre Size Front | Tyres | 215/60 R17 | |
| Tyre Size Rear | Tyres | 215/60 R17 | |
| Tyre Size Spare | Tyres | FULL SIZE | |
| Wheel Style | Tyres | DEVONPORT | |
| Wheel Type | Tyres | 17" ALLOY | |
| Front Overhang | Vehicle Dimensions | 908 | |
| Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 1990 | |
| Height (including roof rails) | Vehicle Dimensions | Not Available | |
| Length | Vehicle Dimensions | 5304 | |
| Load Deck Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 574 | |
| Load Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 1332 | |
| Load Length | Vehicle Dimensions | 2938 | |
| Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches | Vehicle Dimensions | 1219 | |
| Load Width | Vehicle Dimensions | 1627 | |
| Lower Rear Door Width | Vehicle Dimensions | Not Available | |
| Rear Door Height | Vehicle Dimensions | Not Available | |
| Rear Overhang | Vehicle Dimensions | 993 | |
| Side Load Door Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 1261 | |
| Side Load Door Width | Vehicle Dimensions | 1017 | |
| Turning Circle - Wall to Wall | Vehicle Dimensions | 13.2 | |
| Upper Rear Door Width | Vehicle Dimensions | Not Available | |
| Wheelbase | Vehicle Dimensions | 3400 | |
| Boot Capacity Saloons | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | Weight and Capacities | 70 | |
| Gross Train Weight | Weight and Capacities | 5300 | |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | Weight and Capacities | 3200 | |
| Load Space Volume | Weight and Capacities | 6.7 | |
| Luggage Capacity (Seats Down) | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Max. Roof Load | Weight and Capacities | Not Available | |
| Max. Towing Weight - Braked | Weight and Capacities | 2200 | |
| Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked | Weight and Capacities | 750 | |
| Minimum Kerbweight | Weight and Capacities | 2332 | |
| No. of Seats | Weight and Capacities | 8 | |
| Payload | Weight and Capacities | 868 | |
| Plated 2nd Axle | Weight and Capacities | 1720 | |
| Plated Front Axle | Weight and Capacities | 1710 |
Volkswagen's Transporter looks stronger than ever in this updated 6.1 form, thanks to a careful package of changes that include more efficient 2.0-litre TDI diesel engines, a load-through hatch and greater levels of safety and media technology, plus there's also a smarter look. As before, the interior remains one of the most polished in the medium-sized panel van class and the wide range of body options should keep most operators happy.
The Transporter story dates right back to Germany's bleak post-war era and 1949 when a Dutch vehicle importer called Ben Pon spotted workers at Volkswagen's Wolfsburg factory using a stripped-down Beetle to move parts around. Inspired, he sketched out a platform for a versatile commercial vehicle that would go on to set a template for the kind of spacious modern van we're familiar with today. That T1 Transporter sold for 17 years before a more spacious T2 model was introduced in 1967, followed by a more angular T3 version in 1979. More familiar on modern roads is the T4 design of 1990 and its replacement T5 successor of 2003. A T6 model was launched in 2015, updated to create this '6.1'-series model in late-2019. All of which should explain why the Volkswagen Transporter is pretty well established in the LCV sector, the van segment's fourth best seller overall and the second best seller in the medium sized sector, behind the Ford Transit Custom. Lots of rivals are snapping at its heels, hence the importance of this '6.1' package of updates.
As usual with a Transporter, all the engines on offer are 2.0-litre four-cylinder TDI diesels, mated to either 5 or 6-speed manual gearboxes or (further up the range) DSG auto transmission. Things kick off with a base 90PS unit (upgraded from the previous 84PS output) and a 110PS powerplant (previously 102PS), these two options making up the bulk of the sales. The mid-range 150PS unit, like those two base variants, gets the latest Euro6d-Temp efficiency modifications and if that's not powerful enough, there's also a top twin turbo 199PS unit. With the two highest outputs, there's the option of 7-speed DSG auto transmission and 4MOTION 4WD, the latter in place of the standard front-wheel-drive set-up. There's also now an all-electric version, the ABT eTransporter 6.1 which has a 110PS power output, a 0-62mph time of 17.4s and a driving range of 82 miles. Perhaps the key change in the standard range is the switch to electromechanical steering (like the rack used in the brand's larger Crafter LCV), which makes possible new safety systems like Crosswind assist and Lane-keeping Assist. Passenger Multivan versions gain a redesigned front suspension system as part of the '6.1' update package. Road noise is still a little intrusive at higher speeds. But we continue to like this Transporter model's smooth ride, which avoids the kind of over-soft bounciness that afflicts many similar vans, especially over typically broken urban surfaces.
This improved Transporter 6.1 model looks a sharper proposition, but not by much. There's a new front grille and bumper - actually, everything below the bonnet line has been restyled, plus the headlamps are narrower and now more seamlessly merge with the grille crossbar. And at the wheel? Well you'll look in vain for soft-touch surfaces, but then you wouldn't expect that kind of thing on a van. Despite this, the Transporter continues to offer the smartest-feeling interior in the segment, courtesy of a completely redesigned cabin that aims to deliver in terms of both style and functionality. The '6.1' model update changes are subtle. There's a choice of two centre-dash infotainment screens, measuring either 6.5 or 8.0 inches, and there's 'Apple CarPlay'/'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring. As options, you can now specify a wireless 'phone charger and a fully digital instrument cluster. Cabin storage is a little better than before, with a reshaped area on top of the dash, plus the door trims have been reshaped to allow for greater stowage space. On top of the dash, there are cupholders to the far left and the far right, though they're rather shallower than we would like. In between lie a whole variety of different storage areas, though it's a little annoying that few of them are deep enough to stop small items flying out during really spirited motoring.
Excluding VAT, Transporter pricing started from just under £23,000 and for panel vans stretches up to around £38,000, with all variants based around some sort of 2.0 TDI engine. The core range is based around 'Startline' and 'Highline' trim levels, with a choice of short or long wheelbase body shapes. With 'Startline' trim, there's a base short wheelbase 'T26' variant with the 90PS powerplant, but otherwise, at each trim level you get the two body lengths spread between 'T28', 'T30' and 'T32' models, with the core 90, 110 and 150PS engine options. The 'T30' and 'T32' variants with 'Highline' trim can also be ordered with the twin turbo 199PS diesel unit. As usual there's also a Kombi crew van body style with a second row of seats and much the same range of variants on offer. Many Transporter buyers will want to find just over £1,000 (ex Vat) more for the extra cost 'Business Pack', which gives you Climatic air conditioning, rear parking sensors and an anti-theft alarm with interior monitoring. As for standard equipment, well even base 'Startline'-spec gets you a 6.5-inch centre-dash infotainment touchscreen with Volkswagen's 'AppConnect' system. This infotainment package includes two USB ports, smartphone pairing and integration capability for the company's 'We Connect' and 'We Connect Plus' connectivity features, plus the emergency eCall function. Some will want to upgrade to the brand's 'Discover Media' 8-inch screen with navigation. As for safety kit, well Crosswind assist is standard, Active Lane Assist is optional and 'Highline' spec includes Adaptive cruise control.
The key practicality change with this '6.1' model is the addition of a load-through bulkhead hatch, allowing you to push longer items like ladders through into the cabin. This allows operators to take items of up to 400mm greater length without having to put them on the roof or have them poking out the rear doors. Cargo bay length is 2572mm in a short wheelbase variant (a little longer than a Transit Custom) or 2975mm in a long wheelbase model (a little shorter than that Ford can offer). Interior roof heights measure in at 1410mm for the standard roof shape, 1626mm of height for the medium roof models and 1940mm of height for the high roof versions. Load volumes range from 5.8m3 to 9.3m3. The maximum useable width across the load area is 1175mm, while the width between the rear wheel arches is 1244mm. The payload capacity ranges from 685kg to a maximum of 1217kg. Running costs are of course very competitive. A typical 2.0 TDI 150PS T32 DSG model returns 34.4mpg (combined WLTP) and 158g/km of CO2 (NEDC). The ABT eTransporter 6.1 full-electric version can be charged via a 7.2kW wallbox in five and a half hours. Across the range, there's the usual three year/100,000 mile warranty.
As every business knows, the cheapest option isn't always the most cost-effective one. In the medium-sized Mercedes Vito and Vivaro-class van sector, this Transporter is a perfect example of that. There are certainly cheaper alternatives, but few of them can match this Volkswagen's build quality or its residual values. The changes made to this updated 6.1 model are useful - primarily the helpful load-through hatch and the upgraded safety tech. But as usual with a Tansporter, what you'll most remember after spending time with one is its quality feel. Overall, it says a lot that often on the move, you forget you're in a van at all. But then, this is a Transporter, part of the most enduring model line the commercial vehicle industry has ever seen and a vehicle with a greater history of development than any other in its segment. More efficient engines and extra technology have built upon that legacy, cementing this VW model's proposition in its sector and underlining this product's importance for potential business customers. It all means that, like the vehicle itself, this Volkswagen's market proposition remains as solid as ever.
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