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 $85,490 before on-road costs.

    This Volkswagen Transporter uses a fully electric engine.

    The Volkswagen Transporter measures 1978mm (77.9 inches) in height, 5450mm (214.6 inches) in length, 2275mm (89.6 inches) in width with a 3500mm (137.8 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2540kg (5599.7 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

    5,450 mm
    2,275 mm
    1,978 mm
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length5,450 mm
    Overall Width2,275 mm
    Overall Height1,978 mm
    Wheelbase3,500 mm
    Turning Circle13,000 mm
    Load Capacity685 kg

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    Sales Data

    2024875Total Sales
    2025314Total Sales
    2026452YTD Sales

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    Explore Volkswagen Transporter Features & Specs

    Base

    Automatic, 4-door Cargo Van, Electric, RWD

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    12v power outlet

    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

    Navigational systems

    Information type: 3D, Voice
    Screen size: 13 in

    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: 6,800 L
    Length: 3,002 mm
    Loading floor height: 616 mm

    External dimensions

    Curb to curb turning circle: 13,000 mm
    Overall height: 1,978 mm
    Overall length: 5,450 mm
    Overall width: 2,275 mm
    Rear overhang: 992 mm
    Wheelbase: 3,500 mm

    Ramp angles

    Approach angle: 16.4°
    Departure angle: 17.2°

    Body style

    Cab type: Regular
    Body type: Cargo Van
    Local number of doors: 4
    Number of doors: 4
    Platform code: T7
    Wheelbase type: Long
    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: 2,053 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: 760 kg
    Published kerb weight: 2,540 kg
    Tare weight: 2,540 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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