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2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, 4x4
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Volkswagen Transporter Base (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Volkswagen Transporter Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Panel Van that was released to the Australian market on 1st September 2011 classified as a T5. The Volkswagen Transporter is regarded as a Van Under 3.5t built in Germany with prices starting at $49,880 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 8.4L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 221g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 952km per full tank
The Volkswagen Transporter measures 2476mm (97.5 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 1925kg (4243.9 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.
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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
5.5 L/100km
12.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
825 - 1,067 km
529 km
1,176 km
Price
$29,990 - $53,180
$19,990
$59,690
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
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
2,089 kg
3,200 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
4,900 - 5,200 kg
2,935 kg
5,200 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
750 kg
2,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
165 mm
151 mm
190 mm
Payload Capacity
969 - 1,318 kg
700 kg
1,345 kg
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Dimensions
5,292 mm
1,904 mm
2,476 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,292 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,904 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,476 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,075 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Transporter Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 5.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 221
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): 952
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 592
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 Country Highway (km/L): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
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): 8.4
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: Heavy Duty
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: 106
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: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: T5
Roof Type: High
Wheelbase Type: Long
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 328.4
Cargo Volume (L): 9300
Height (in): 76.4
Height (mm): 1692
Length (in): 116.9
Length (mm): 2970
Loading Floor Height (in): 22.5
Loading Floor Height (mm): 571
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 49.0
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1244
Width (in): 66.6
Width (mm): 1692
External Dimensions
Front Overhang (in): 35.3
Front Overhang (mm): 896
Front Track (in): 64.1
Front Track (mm): 1628
Overall Height (in): 97.5
Overall Height (mm): 2476
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
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1628
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 43.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13200
Wheelbase (in): 133.9
Wheelbase (mm): 3400
Cargo Doors
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Operation: Sliding
Passenger Height (in): 50.6
Passenger Height (mm): 1284
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 40.2
Passenger Width (mm): 1020
Rear Height (in): 51.4
Rear Height (mm): 1305
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Lifting Gate
Rear Width (in): 58.5
Rear Width (mm): 1486
Doors
Rear Driver Electric Door: yes
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Rear Passenger Electric Door: yes
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Sliding
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
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): 5000
Gross Train Weight (lb): 11023
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6614
Payload Allowance (kg): 1185
Payload Allowance (lb): 2612
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1925
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4244
Tare Weight (kg): 1866
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
iPod Connection (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Bulkhead
Solid Bulkhead Height: Half
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Width: Full
Overall Bulkhead Size
Full Width: yes
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
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
Includes Phone: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20080715
ANCAP Overall: 4.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: 1
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Tdi Van Lhd
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
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
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: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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