2012 Volkswagen Crafter
The new Volkswagen Crafter is a Van Over 3.5t offered in Single Panel Van, Single Cab Chassis and Double Cab Chassis body styles. Available in Australia from $40,600 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $66,140 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the Crafter available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2012.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (80kW/300Nm) and 2.5L turbo diesel common rail (100kW/330Nm). All variants feature 6-speed manual transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2012 Crafter is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Panel Van
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Panel Van
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
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Volkswagen Crafter
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
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Handling & Mechanics
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Available Variants
The Volkswagen Crafter comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Width | 1,990 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,345 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,665 mm |
| Turning Circle | 13,500 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Volkswagen Crafter
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Crafter is the Base that starts from $40,600.
See all Volkswagen Crafter PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Crafter is the Base that starts from $66,140.
See all Volkswagen Crafter PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Crafter is offered by the Base which can tow 2000 kg
See all Volkswagen Crafter towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Crafter is the Base which measures 1993mm wide, 7340mm in length and sits 2990mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Crafter is the Base which has 120kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The Volkswagen Crafter is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Crafter is the Base which weighs 5000 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Crafter uses Diesel.
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