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2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4
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Volkswagen Transporter Base (2011) price & specs
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Overview
The 2011 Volkswagen Transporter Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Cab Chassis that was released to the Australian market on 1st June 2009 classified as a T5. The Volkswagen Transporter is regarded as a Van Under 3.5t built in Germany with prices starting at $48,490 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Transporter is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Transporter Base uses 8.7L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 253g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 920km per full tank
The Volkswagen Transporter measures 1963mm (77.3 inches) in height, 5292mm (208.3 inches) in length, 1904mm (75.0 inches) in width with a 3400mm (133.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1737kg (3829.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The Transporter Base comes standard with 235/55 R17 front tyres and 235/55 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2011 Volkswagen Transporter Base has a 165mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
40.69 - 75.99 kW/t
40.69 kW/t
75.99 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.5 - 9.7 L/100km
5.2 L/100km
12.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
825 - 1,067 km
529 km
1,154 km
Price
$36,490 - $53,180
$21,990
$58,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km - Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 6 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,000 kg
1,949 kg
3,230 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
4,900 - 5,200 kg
3,800 kg
5,230 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 - 2,200 kg
1,050 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
165 mm
150 mm
190 mm
Payload Capacity
969 - 1,409 kg
650 kg
1,409 kg
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Dimensions
5,292 mm
1,904 mm
1,963 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,292 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,904 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,963 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,263 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 5.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 253
Standard Met: EU5
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
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
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: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 920
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 572
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 22
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.7
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
Maximum Power (kW): 132
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Differential Lock
Location: Centre
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Other
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 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 Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Front Covers: Partial
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: 1
Rear Covers: Partial
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: T5
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Long
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Tray/Tub
Type: Straight Side
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
External Dimensions
Front Overhang (in): 35.3
Front Overhang (mm): 896
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 165
Overall Height (in): 77.3
Overall Height (mm): 1963
Overall Length (in): 208.3
Overall Length (mm): 5292
Overall Width (in): 75.0
Overall Width (mm): 1904
Rear Overhang (in): 39.2
Rear Overhang (mm): 996
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 43.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13200
Wheelbase (in): 133.9
Wheelbase (mm): 3400
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: Black
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
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
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 Train Weight (kg): 5200
Gross Train Weight (lb): 11464
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6614
Payload Allowance (kg): 1093
Payload Allowance (lb): 2410
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1737
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3829
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Traffic Information
Type: Voice And Display
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
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
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Seat Folds To Table: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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