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The 2012 Volkswagen Crafter Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Cargo Van that was released to the New Zealand market on 1st September 2011. The Volkswagen Crafter is regarded as an ute 4x4 built in Germany with prices starting at $66,000 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Crafter is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 100 kW of power (at 3500 rpm) and 340 Nm of torque (at 1575 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Crafter Base uses 8.6L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 226g of CO2. It has a 75L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 872km per full tank
The Volkswagen Crafter measures 2705mm (106.5 inches) in height, 5905mm (232.5 inches) in length, 2426mm (95.5 inches) in width with a 3665mm (144.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2164kg (4770.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The Crafter Base comes standard with 235/65 Rnull front tyres and 235/65 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2012 Volkswagen Crafter Base has a 176mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
39.58 - 46.21 kW/t
35.75 kW/t
66.23 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
7.4 L/100km
10.3 L/100km
Vehicle Range
728 - 872 km
728 km
1,216 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
200,000 km
Years on Sale
5 - 9 years
5 years
9 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,500 - 4,490 kg
3,325 kg
7,000 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,900 kg
3,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
176 mm
165 mm
200 mm
Payload Capacity
1,183 - 1,932 kg
1,183 kg
4,740 kg
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Dimensions
5,905 mm
2,426 mm
2,705 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,905 mm |
| Overall Width | 2,426 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,665 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,336 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Crafter Features & Specs
Auxiliary Power Take Off
Transmission Location: Transmission
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 226
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: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.5
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Economy Indicator
Type: Digital Display
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 872
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 542
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 28
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.6
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 136
Maximum Power (kW): 100
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: 1575
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
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
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Leaf
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
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: Cargo Van
Cab Type: Regular
Local Body Type: Cargo Van
Platform Code: Ncv3
Roof Type: High
Wheelbase Type: Medium
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Step
Step Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 388.5
Cargo Volume (L): 11000
Height (in): 76.4
Height (mm): 1940
Length (in): 128.5
Length (mm): 3265
Loading Floor Height (in): 26.4
Loading Floor Height (mm): 670
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 53.1
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1350
Width (in): 70.1
Width (mm): 1780
External Dimensions
Front Overhang (in): 39.4
Front Overhang (mm): 1000
Front Track (in): 67.3
Front Track (mm): 1710
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 176
Overall Height (in): 106.5
Overall Height (mm): 2705
Overall Length (in): 232.5
Overall Length (mm): 5905
Overall Width (in): 95.5
Overall Width (mm): 2426
Rear Overhang (in): 48.8
Rear Overhang (mm): 1240
Rear Track (in): 67.6
Rear Track (mm): 1716
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 44.6
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13600
Wheelbase (in): 144.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3665
Cargo Doors
Passenger Height (in): 71.7
Passenger Height (mm): 1820
Passenger Internal Handles: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Opening Angle: 0
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 51.2
Passenger Width (mm): 1300
Rear Height (in): 72.4
Rear Height (mm): 1840
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double-Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.6
Rear Width (mm): 1565
Doors
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: 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
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1650
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3638
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 Vehicle Weight (kg): 3500
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7716
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 2164
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 4771
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Manufacturer Driver Weight (kg): 75
Manufacturer Driver Weight (lb): 165
Payload Allowance (kg): 1336
Payload Allowance (lb): 2945
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 1411
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 3111
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2164
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4771
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2250
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4960
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Bulkhead
Solid Bulkhead Height: Full
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Width: Full
Overall Bulkhead Size
Full Height: yes
Full Width: yes
Ashtray
Location: Additional Row Seats
Location: Rear
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Floor Covering
Load Area: Board
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Board
Load Area Side Covering
Exposed Metal: Partial
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Front Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
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
Front Seats Number: 3
Front Seat
Location: Center
Center Front Seat Seat Folds To Table: yes
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
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 Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Below Seat Storage
Location: Passenger
Console
Overhead Location: Overhead
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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