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2.0L, 7-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWD
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Volkswagen Transporter Base (2015) price & specs
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Overview
The 2015 Volkswagen Transporter Base is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Panel Van that was released to the Australian market on 5th August 2014 classified as a T5. The Volkswagen Transporter is regarded as a Van Under 3.5t built in Germany with prices starting at $42,880 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Transporter is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 3500 rpm) and 340 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Volkswagen claims the Transporter Base uses 8.2L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 216g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 976km per full tank
The Volkswagen Transporter measures 2176mm (85.7 inches) in height, 4892mm (192.6 inches) in length, 1904mm (75.0 inches) in width with a 3000mm (118.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1802kg (3972.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Transporter Base comes standard with 205/65 R16 front tyres and 205/65 R16 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2015 Volkswagen Transporter Base has a 165mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
43.05 - 75.86 kW/t
39.64 kW/t
75.86 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.5 - 8.8 L/100km
4.9 L/100km
10.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
909 - 1,067 km
648 km
1,290 km
Price
$32,990 - $51,980
$22,000
$57,190
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
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,000 kg
2,030 kg
3,230 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
4,900 - 5,200 kg
3,800 kg
5,200 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,000 kg
2,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
165 mm
152 mm
190 mm
Payload Capacity
989 - 1,351 kg
659 kg
1,351 kg
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Dimensions
4,892 mm
1,904 mm
2,176 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,892 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,904 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,176 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,198 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: 6.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 216
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): 976
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 606
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.2
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
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: 107
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 107
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
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
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: T5
Roof Type: Semi-High
Wheelbase Type: Short
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): 236.6
Cargo Volume (L): 6700
Height (in): 64.0
Height (mm): 1692
Length (in): 92.6
Length (mm): 2353
Loading Floor Height (in): 22.3
Loading Floor Height (mm): 566
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
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 165
Overall Height (in): 85.7
Overall Height (mm): 2176
Overall Length (in): 192.6
Overall Length (mm): 4892
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): 39.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11900
Wheelbase (in): 118.1
Wheelbase (mm): 3000
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
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
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
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
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
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): 1198
Payload Allowance (lb): 2641
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1802
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3973
Tare Weight (kg): 1743
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
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
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 2
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
Period (Months): 12
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