Volkswagen Transporter Base (2026) price & specs
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Overview
The 2026 Volkswagen Transporter Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Cargo Van that was released to the Australian market on 2nd September 2026. The Volkswagen Transporter is regarded as a van built in Turkey with prices starting at $83,490 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Transporter uses a fully electric engine.
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 2494kg (5498.3 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
35.8 kW/t
88.38 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.9 - 8.4 L/100km
1.7 L/100km
8.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
833 - 964 km
806 km
1,290 km
Price
$64,201 - $92,498
$45,881
$146,271
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
6 years
4 years
6 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,000 - 3,350 kg
2,010 kg
3,500 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,300 kg
3,510 kg
5,725 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,850 - 2,800 kg
750 kg
2,800 kg
Approach Angle
16.4 - 21.2°
16.4°
25°
Departure Angle
16.2 - 17.2°
16.2°
18°
Ground Clearance Unladen
166 - 202 mm
135 mm
202 mm
Payload Capacity
760 - 1,109 kg
523 kg
1,338 kg
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
16.5 - 83 kWh
16.5 kWh
90 kWh
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
125 kW
70 kW
185 kW
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Dimensions
5,050 mm
2,275 mm
1,978 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,050 mm |
| Overall Width | 2,275 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,978 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 731 kg |
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Explore Volkswagen Transporter Features & Specs
Base
Automatic, 4-door Cargo Van, Electric, RWD
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Location front: yes
360 view camera
Manufacturer's name: Area View Camera
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control (ACC): yes
Driver modes
Includes 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 inc: Unlimited
Apple wireless connection: yes
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Location side: yes
Remote services
Beep/flash: yes
Driving history & analysis: yes
Find my car: yes
Geo fencing: yes
Number of months subscription included: Unlimited
Remote lock/unlock: yes
Speed alert: yes
Vehicle diagnostics: yes
Smart card / smart key
Includes keyless start: yes
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km combined: 0 g/km
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Fuel
Fuel type: Electric
Charging connector
Type CCS (Combo): yes
Charging socket DC 1: yes
Type Type 2 (Mennekes): yes
Charging socket AC 1: yes
Charging information
Scenario mode 2: yes
Scenario mode 3: yes
Duration (hours): 7.3 h
Scenario mode 4: yes
Calc duration (hrs) max supplied 10%-80%: 0.63 h
Calculated duration (hrs) 100kW 10%-80%: 0.79 h
Calculated duration (hrs) 50kW 10%-80%: 1.57 h
Duration (hours): 0.66 h
Max kW supplied to vehicle: 125 kW
Quoted kW supplied to vehicle: 125 kW
State of charge ends at: 80%
State of charge starts at: 10%
Electric driven wheels
Electric driven wheels: Rear
Electric motor
Motor number 1: yes
Electric motor type: AC Perm Magnet Synchronous
Max torque motor Nm: 415 Nm
Motor location: Front
Power output motor hp/PS: 285.6 hp/PS
Power output motor kW: 210 kW
Electric Power source
Battery type: Lithium Ion
Battery voltage: 303 V
Maximum battery kilowatt hour: 83 kWh
Useable battery kilowatt hour: 63.8 kWh
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Screen size: 13 in
Touch screen: yes
Video entertainment: yes
Location instrument cluster 1: yes
Screen size: 12 in
Instrument cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 286 hp/PS
Maximum power hp/ps electric motor: 286 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 210 kW
Maximum power kW electric motor: 210 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 415 Nm
Maximum torque Nm electric motor: 415 Nm
WLTP electric energy consumption
Test type BEV/HEV electric energy consumption: yes
WLTP electric range
Test type BEV Pure electric range: yes
Drive
Driven wheels: Rear
Transmission
Transmission description: Automatic
Number of speeds: 1
Transmission type: Automatic
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 4
Power steering
Type: Electro-Hydraulic
Wheel
Height adjustment: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Suspension
Location front: yes
Stabilizer bar: yes
Type: Strut
Location rear: yes
Type: Trailing Arm
Rear axle
Axle location 1: yes
Tires
Location front: yes
Tire load index: 109
Tire profile: 65
Tire speed rating: T
Tire width: 215 mm
Location rear: yes
Tire load index: 109
Tire profile: 65
Tire speed rating: T
Tire width: 215 mm
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim diameter: 16 in
Rim width: 6.5 in
Location rear: yes
Rim diameter: 16 in
Rim width: 6.5 in
Cargo area dimensions
Cargo volume: 5,800 L
Length: 2,602 mm
Loading floor height: 575 mm
External dimensions
Curb to curb turning circle: 11,800 mm
Overall height: 1,978 mm
Overall length: 5,050 mm
Overall width: 2,275 mm
Rear overhang: 992 mm
Wheelbase: 3,100 mm
Ramp angles
Approach angle: 16.4°
Departure angle: 16.5°
Body style
Cab type: Regular
Body type: Cargo Van
Local number of doors: 4
Number of doors: 4
Platform code: T7
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: Cargo Van
Bumpers
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Cargo doors
Location passenger: yes
Height: 1,301 mm
Width: 1,030 mm
Location rear: yes
Height: 2,062 mm
Opening angle: 90°
Width: 1,400 mm
Doors
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Headlight control
Auto highbeam: yes
Dusk sensor: yes
LED lights
Location: Brake Lights, Day Time Running Lights, High Beam, Low Beam, Rear Lights
Paint
Type gloss: yes
Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Power windows
Location front: yes
Windshield wipers
Rain sensor: yes
Weights
Gross trailer weight braked: 2,300 kg
Gross trailer weight unbraked: 750 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 3,225 kg
Manufacturer driver weight: 75 kg
Payload allowance: 806 kg
Published kerb weight: 2,494 kg
Tare weight: 2,494 kg
Trailer noseweight: 95 kg
Speakers
Number of: 4
System
Digital radio: yes
Radio: AM, FM
Touch screen: yes
Bulkhead
Type unknown: yes
Airbags
Number of: 6
Anti collision system
Activates brake lights: yes
Automatic emergency braking: yes
Driver monitor: yes
Driving pattern monitor: yes
Includes junction turning: yes
Minimum speed to activate (kph): 5 km/h
Operates above 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Operates below 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Pedestrian collision mitigation steering: yes
Pedestrian & cyclist avoidance system: yes
Programmable distance: yes
Visual/acoustic warning: yes
Front cross traffic collision avoidance
Includes braking: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Head restraints
Location front seats: yes
Lane departure warning
Activates steering: yes
Overtaking sensor
Active without turn signal: yes
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Front seat
Location center: yes
Location driver: yes
Electrically adjustable: yes
Heated: yes
Location passenger: yes
Heated: yes
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Air conditioning
Climate control number of zones: 1
Intermediate service
Distance: 15,000 km
Period (mths): 12 months
Anti-corrosion
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 144 months
Battery - OEM
Distance: 160,000 km
Duration (months): 96 months
State of charge threshold %: 70%
Battery - Total
Distance: 160,000 km
Duration (months): 96
Electric systems - OEM
Distance: 150,000 km
Duration (months): 60 months
Electric systems - Total
Distance (km): 150000
Distance (miles): 93206
Duration (months): 60
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 12 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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