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Volkswagen Transporter recalled
The German brand has recalled a small number of Transporter commercial vans because their headlights may not have been adjusted correctly.
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Renault Kangoo vs Volkswagen Transporter
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
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Body type
Car Van
Body type
Panel Van
Engine size
1.3 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.2 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
96kW / 240Nm
Power and torque
125kW / 390Nm
871km
886km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
4
Seats
2
Seats
3
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
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Safety rating
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Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Navigational Systems
Display Type: Colour
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 13.00
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Type: Automatic
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cruise Control
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 141
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1332
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: H5H
Engine (L): 1.3
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.3
Main Capacity (L): 54
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.9
Main Type: Total
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
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 13.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 871
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 541
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 33
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 886
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 551
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 131
Maximum Power (kW): 96
Maximum Torque (Nm): 240
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 390
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.2
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Type: Electro-Hydraulic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Torsion
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
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: 96
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Car Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Car Van
Platform Code: Cmf-Cd
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: T7
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 116.5
Cargo Volume (L): 3300
Height (in): 47.8
Height (mm): 1215
Length (in): 71.1
Length (mm): 1806
Loading Floor Height (in): 25.0
Loading Floor Height (mm): 635
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 49.1
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1248
Width (in): 61.8
Width (mm): 1570
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 204.8
Cargo Volume (L): 5800
Length (in): 102.4
Length (mm): 2602
Loading Floor Height (in): 22.6
Loading Floor Height (mm): 575
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11310
Front Overhang (in): 37.8
Front Overhang (mm): 960
Front Track (in): 62.1
Front Track (mm): 1578
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 162
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.1
Overall Height (in): 72.0
Overall Height (mm): 1830
Overall Length (in): 176.7
Overall Length (mm): 4488
Overall Width (in): 73.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 85.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2159
Overall Width (mm): 1859
Rear Overhang (in): 31.9
Rear Overhang (mm): 810
Rear Track (in): 63.0
Rear Track (mm): 1601
Wheelbase (in): 106.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2716
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 77.9
Overall Height (mm): 1978
Overall Length (in): 198.8
Overall Length (mm): 5050
Overall Width (in): 89.6
Overall Width (mm): 2275
Rear Overhang (in): 39.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 993
Wheelbase (in): 122.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3100
Ramp Angles
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 21.2
Departure Angle: 16.2
Cargo Doors
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Operation: Sliding
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Cargo Doors
Passenger Height (in): 51.2
Passenger Height (mm): 1301
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 40.6
Passenger Width (mm): 1030
Rear Height (in): 81.2
Rear Height (mm): 2062
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Lifting Gate
Rear Width (in): 55.1
Rear Width (mm): 1400
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Exterior Door Handles
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Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Rear Side Windows
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Digital: yes
Includes Rear View Camera: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 3510
Gross Train Weight (lb): 7738
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2010
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4431
Payload Allowance (kg): 563
Payload Allowance (lb): 1241
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1447
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3190
Tare Weight (kg): 1419
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6173
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3225
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7110
Manufacturer Driver Weight (kg): 75
Manufacturer Driver Weight (lb): 165
Payload Allowance (kg): 1062
Payload Allowance (lb): 2341
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2291
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5051
Tare Weight (kg): 2240
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 112
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 3
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Bulkhead
Height: Full
Width: Full
Bulkhead Window: yes
Bulkhead
Height: Full
Width: Full
Bulkhead Window: yes
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Floor Covering
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Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
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Load Area Side Covering
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Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Manufacturer Name: Blind Spot Intervention
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Side Curtain Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Charging Station
Wireless Charging Station: yes
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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