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2026 Volkswagen Multivan - Life
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Mpv, Diesel, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Life
Body type
MPV
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.2 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 340Nm
1290km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Seats
7
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Electric Trunk Hatch Pull Down
Memory: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Side Doors: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
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
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.00
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Telematics
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
USB Charging Port
Location: 3rd Row
Number of Ports in Third Row: 2
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 166
CO2 Level (Combined): 175
CO2 Level (Urban): 191
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Tdi360
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
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): 10.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Type: Lcd Screen
Seat Belt Warning
Number of Seats: 7
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1290
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 802
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 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3750
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.2
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: DSG
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Trailing Arm
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
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: 235
Wheels
Front Diamond Cut: yes
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Diamond Cut: yes
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: Mqb-Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim on Rear: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 129.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 3672
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 469
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12100
Front Track (in): 65.3
Front Track (mm): 1659
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 152
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.7
Overall Height (in): 75.1
Overall Height (mm): 1907
Overall Length (in): 195.8
Overall Length (mm): 4973
Overall Width (in): 76.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 88.7
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2252
Overall Width (mm): 1941
Rear Track (in): 65.3
Rear Track (mm): 1659
Wheelbase (in): 123.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3124
Cargo Doors
Driver Height (in): 46.2
Driver Height (mm): 1173
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Operation: Power Sliding
Driver Width (in): 35.4
Driver Width (mm): 900
Passenger Height (in): 46.2
Passenger Height (mm): 1173
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Power Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 35.4
Passenger Width (mm): 900
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Driver Auxiliary Door Shut: yes
Rear Driver Electric Door: yes
Rear Driver Door Hands Free Release: yes
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Rear Passenger Auxiliary Door Shut: yes
Rear Passenger Electric Door: yes
Rear Passenger Door Hands Free Release: yes
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Sliding
Rear Door
Electric: yes
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Speed Dependent: yes
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Blind
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: 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): 2850
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6283
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2018
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4449
Tare Weight (kg): 1959
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 80
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
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: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Doors: Chrome
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
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
Head Restraints
3rd Row Seats Head Height Adjustable: yes
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 3
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: All Three Rows
Third Row Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 90.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250601
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 69.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 79.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.4 Litre Phev Lhd
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Captains
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Captains
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+2+3
Below Seat Storage
Location: Rear
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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