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2.0L, 7-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWD
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Volkswagen Transporter Base (2016) price & specs
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Overview
The 2016 Volkswagen Transporter Base is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Panel Van that was released to the Australian market on 3rd November 2015 classified as a T6. The Volkswagen Transporter is regarded as a Van Under 3.5t built in Germany with prices starting at $46,780 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 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Volkswagen claims the Transporter Base uses 7.6L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 199g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1053km per full tank
The Volkswagen Transporter measures 2177mm (85.7 inches) in height, 5290mm (208.3 inches) in length, 1904mm (75.0 inches) in width with a 3400mm (133.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1906kg (4202.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The Transporter Base comes standard with 235/55 R17 front tyres and 235/55 R17 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 2016 Volkswagen Transporter Base has a 222mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
43.25 - 76.79 kW/t
39.64 kW/t
76.79 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7 - 8.3 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
10.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
909 - 1,143 km
667 km
1,319 km
Price
$32,990 - $50,280
$21,990
$58,670
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
1,917 kg
3,500 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,200 - 5,300 kg
2,967 kg
5,325 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,050 kg
2,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
202 - 223 mm
155 mm
234 mm
Payload Capacity
984 - 1,416 kg
608 kg
1,700 kg
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Dimensions
5,290 mm
1,904 mm
2,177 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,290 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,904 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,177 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,094 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 199
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
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): 988
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 614
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.7
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): 9.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 27
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.6
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
Maximum Power (kW): 132
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
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: 4
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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 Speed Rating: H
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 Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: T6
Roof Type: Semi-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): 275.5
Cargo Volume (L): 7800
Height (in): 64.4
Height (mm): 1700
Length (in): 107.2
Length (mm): 2724
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): 66.9
Width (mm): 1700
External Dimensions
Front Overhang (in): 35.7
Front Overhang (mm): 908
Front Track (in): 64.1
Front Track (mm): 1628
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 222
Overall Height (in): 85.7
Overall Height (mm): 2177
Overall Length (in): 208.3
Overall Length (mm): 5290
Overall Width (in): 75.0
Overall Width (mm): 1904
Rear Overhang (in): 39.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 993
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 Height (in): 50.5
Driver Height (mm): 1282
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 180
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 40.0
Driver Width (mm): 1017
Passenger Height (in): 50.5
Passenger Height (mm): 1282
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 40.0
Passenger Width (mm): 1017
Rear Height (in): 51.1
Rear Height (mm): 1299
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Lifting Gate
Rear Width (in): 58.0
Rear Width (mm): 1473
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
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
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1600
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3527
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): 5300
Gross Train Weight (lb): 11685
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6614
Payload Allowance (kg): 1094
Payload Allowance (lb): 2412
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1906
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4202
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1550
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3417
Tare Weight (kg): 1847
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
Touch Screen: yes
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 1
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Bulkhead
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Window: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Display Screen
Location: ?
Number of Screens: 1
Screen Size (in): 5.0
Touch Screen: yes
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Wood
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
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
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
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
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Adjustable: yes
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Storage Box
Location: Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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