Volkswagen Crafter Base (2023) price & specs
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Overview
The 2023 Volkswagen Crafter Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Panel Van that was released to the Australian market on 4th September 2022 classified as a SY1. The Volkswagen Crafter is regarded as a Van Over 3.5t built in Poland with prices starting at $69,290 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Crafter is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 3600 rpm) and 410 Nm of torque (at 2000 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 75L fuel tank
The Volkswagen Crafter measures 2590mm (102.0 inches) in height, 6836mm (269.1 inches) in length, 2040mm (80.3 inches) in width with a 4490mm (176.8 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2435kg (5368.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Crafter Base comes standard with 235/65 R16 front tyres and 235/65 R16 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 20,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2023 Volkswagen Crafter Base has a 195mm ground clearance with a 2500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Dimensions
inc mirror: 2,427 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 6,836 mm |
| Overall Width | 2,040 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,427 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 4,490 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,115 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Crafter Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.5
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: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.5
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): 6.50
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Rim Mounted Sensor: yes
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 177
Maximum Power (kW): 130
Maximum Torque (Nm): 410
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Heavy Duty
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Leaf
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 115
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: R
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 115
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: R
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
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: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: Lt/T1n
Roof Type: High
Wheelbase Type: Long
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 480.3
Cargo Volume (L): 13600
Height (in): 73.3
Height (mm): 1832
Length (in): 169.3
Length (mm): 4300
Loading Floor Height (in): 26.4
Loading Floor Height (mm): 670
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 54.3
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1380
Width (in): 72.1
Width (mm): 1832
External Dimensions
Front Overhang (in): 39.4
Front Overhang (mm): 1000
Front Track (in): 70.4
Front Track (mm): 1788
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 195
Overall Height (in): 102.0
Overall Height (mm): 2590
Overall Length (in): 269.1
Overall Length (mm): 6836
Overall Width (in): 80.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 95.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2427
Overall Width (mm): 2040
Rear Overhang (in): 53.0
Rear Overhang (mm): 1346
Rear Track (in): 70.4
Rear Track (mm): 1788
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 53.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 16200
Wheelbase (in): 176.8
Wheelbase (mm): 4490
Cargo Doors
Driver Internal Handles: yes
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Passenger Height (in): 67.8
Passenger Height (mm): 1722
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 51.6
Passenger Width (mm): 1311
Rear Height (in): 68.5
Rear Height (mm): 1740
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.1
Rear Width (mm): 1552
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: red
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Sliding
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Third Row Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 2100
Front Axle Weight (lb): 4630
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5512
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3550
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7826
Payload Allowance (kg): 1115
Payload Allowance (lb): 2458
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 1115
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 2458
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2435
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5369
Tare Weight (kg): 2380
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 150
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Bulkhead
Solid Bulkhead Height: Full
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Width: Full
Solid Bulkhead Window: yes
Load Restraint
Sliding Anchorage Points: yes
Type: Luggage Bar
Overall Bulkhead Size
Full Height: yes
Full Width: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Board
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
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
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Seat Suspension: Mechanical
Driver Front Seat Type: Captains
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Console
Overhead Location: Overhead
Overhead Storage: Open
Overhead Type: Full
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
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