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Anthony Crawford
2021 Volkswagen Transporter 'T6.1' range review
Few vans or people movers are as desirable as Volkswagen's latest T6.1 line-up, now with more tech, safety and refinement.
5 Years Ago
Overview
Variant
—
Body type
MPV
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
120kW / 380Nm
1014km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Seats
8
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Number of Outlets in Rear (12V): 2
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 36
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Data Feed: Sd Card
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.00
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Automatic Park & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 170
CO2 Level (Combined): 181
CO2 Level (Urban): 214
Standard Met: Eu6.2 (C And D-Temp)
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.0
Engine (cc): 1950
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Om 654
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.3
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1014
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 630
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 41
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 163
Maximum Power (kW): 120
Maximum Torque (Nm): 380
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.9
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: 421
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: 9g-Tronic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 9
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Trailing Arm
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: MPV
Local Body Type: MPV
Platform Code: Ncv2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 74.4
Overall Height (mm): 1890
Overall Length (in): 202.4
Overall Length (mm): 5140
Overall Width (in): 75.9
Overall Width (mm): 1928
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Wheelbase (in): 126.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3200
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Sliding
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Roof Rails
Cross Bars: Removable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Digital: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6834
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2334
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5146
Tare Weight (kg): 2284
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 3
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: All Three Rows
Third Row Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Manufacturer Code: 234
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Swivelling: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Swivelling: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Manufacturer Code: VY4
Seating
Capacity: 8
Configuration: 2+3+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 25000
Distance (miles): 15534
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes