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    Volkswagen Transporter Base (2026) price & specs

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    Overview

    The 2026 Volkswagen Transporter Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Panel Van that was released to the Australian market on 4th September 2025. The Volkswagen Transporter is regarded as an under 3.5t built in Turkey with prices starting at $62,590 before on-road costs.

    This Volkswagen Transporter is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 125 kW of power and 390 Nm of torque via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. Volkswagen claims the Transporter Base uses 8.4L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out nullg of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 833km per full tank

    The Volkswagen Transporter measures 1978mm (77.9 inches) in height, 5050mm (198.8 inches) in length, 2275mm (89.6 inches) in width with a 3100mm (122.0 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2337kg (5152.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Transporter Base comes standard with 215/65 R16 front tyres and 215/65 R16 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    51.31 - 84.2 kW/t
    51.31 kW/t
    86.8 kW/t
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.9 - 8.4 L/100km
    1.7 L/100km
    8.4 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    833 - 886 km
    806 km
    3,706 km
    Price
    $58,590 - $85,590
    $46,500
    $85,590
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    160,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 6 years
    1 year
    6 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    3,225 kg
    2,150 kg
    3,350 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,300 - 2,800 kg
    1,400 kg
    2,800 kg
    Approach Angle
    16.4 - 21.2°
    16.4°
    21.2°
    Departure Angle
    16.2 - 17.2°
    16.2°
    17.2°
    Payload Capacity
    760 - 1,062 kg
    713 kg
    1,280 kg

    Battery & Charging

    Max. battery kilowatt hour
    83 kWh
    83 kWh
    DC Fast Charging (max kW)
    125 kW
    125 kW

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    Dimensions

    5,050 mm
    2,275 mm
    1,978 mm
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length5,050 mm
    Overall Width2,275 mm
    Overall Height1,978 mm
    Wheelbase3,100 mm
    Turning Circle11,800 mm
    Load Capacity888 mm

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    Sales Data

    2024875Total Sales
    2025314Total Sales
    202635YTD Sales

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    Explore Volkswagen Transporter Features & Specs

    Base

    2.0L, 8-speed auto, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, 4x4

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    Cruise Control

    Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
    Stop Go Function: Stop & Go

    Driver Modes

    Engine Mapping: yes

    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

    Controls: Touch Screen
    Information Type: 3d And Voice
    Screen Size (in): 13.00

    Parking Assistance

    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Guidance Display

    Parking Distance System

    Location: Front
    Front Type: Sensor
    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Sensor & Camera

    Power Outlet 12V

    Location (12V): Front

    Remote Services

    Driving History Analysis: yes
    Months Subscription Included: 60
    Vehicle Diagnostics: yes

    Smart Card/Smart Key

    Includes Keyless Start: yes

    USB Charging Port

    Location: Front
    Location: Rear

    Compressor

    Compressor: Turbo
    Number of Compressors: 1

    Electrical System

    Voltage: 12

    Emission Control Level

    Standard Met: EU6

    Engine

    Engine (cc): 1968
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine (L): 2.0
    Number of Cylinders: 4

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    Fuel

    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
    Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
    Fuel Type: Diesel

    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): 13.00
    Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
    Location: Instrument Cluster 1
    Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00

    Instrument Cluster

    Reconfigurable: yes

    Fuel Consumption

    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 833
    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 518
    ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.9
    ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.4
    ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
    ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 28
    ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02

    Fuel Economy

    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.4

    Power

    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
    Maximum Power (kW): 125
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 390
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary

    Drive

    Driven Wheels: 4x4
    Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
    Selection: 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: 4

    Power Steering

    Type: Electro-Hydraulic

    Steering Wheel

    Height Adjustment: yes
    Telescopic Adjustment: yes
    Type: Synthetic Leather

    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: 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): 6.5
    Location: 1
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Rear Rim Type: Steel
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5

    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): 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

    Approach Angle: 21.2
    Departure Angle: 16.2

    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

    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

    Headlight Control

    Auto Highbeam: yes
    Dusk Sensor: yes

    Headlights

    High Beam Bulb Type: LED
    Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
    Lens Type: Ellipsoidal

    LED Lights

    Location: Brake Lights
    Location: Day Time Running Lights
    Location: High Beam
    Location: Low Beam
    Location: Rear Lights

    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

    Power Windows

    Front Electric Windows: Front

    Windshield Wipers

    Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
    Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes

    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): 963
    Payload Allowance (lb): 2123
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2337
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5152
    Tare Weight (kg): 2286
    Trailer Noseweight (kg): 112

    Audio System

    Digital Radio: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm
    Touch Screen: yes

    External Connections

    USB (Front): yes

    Remote Audio Controls

    Type: Steering Wheel Mounted

    Speakers

    Number of Speakers: 4

    Bulkhead

    Height: Full
    Width: Full
    Bulkhead Window: yes

    Load Restraint

    Type: Hooks

    Load Area Side Covering

    Type: Plastic/Rubber

    Airbags

    Number of Airbags: 6

    Autonomous Drive

    Level: 1 - Driver Assistance

    Front Airbag

    Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger

    Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

    Includes Braking: yes
    Type: Sensor & Camera

    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

    Lane Departure Warning

    Activates Steering: yes

    Overtaking Sensor

    Active Without Turn Signal: yes

    Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

    Type: Sensor

    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 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

    Seating

    Capacity: 3
    Configuration: 3+0

    Cup Holders

    Location: Front Seats

    Air Conditioning

    Type: Fully-Auto
    Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1

    Power Locks

    Operation: Remote

    Intermediate Service

    Distance (km): 15000
    Distance (miles): 9321
    Period (Months): 12

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