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    2008 Volkswagen Multivan

    The 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is a people Mover offered in a None body style. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $73,000 for the Comfortline variant and topping out at $84,000 for the Highline variant.

    There are 2 variants of the Multivan available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2007.

    The 2008 Multivan was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Volkswagen Multivan include 2.5L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (96kW/340Nm), 2.5L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (128kW/400Nm) and 3.2L v6 (173kW/315Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed manual manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $73,000 - $84,000
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Diesel or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Passenger Van
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $73,000 - $84,000
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Diesel or Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Passenger Van
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    2008 Volkswagen Multivan

    Available Variants

    The Volkswagen Multivan comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Comfortline and the most expensive being Highline.

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    Power to Weight
    42.22 - 75.25 kW/t
    37.38 kW/t
    75.25 kW/t
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    3,000 kg
    3,000 kg
    3,490 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,500 kg
    1,400 kg
    2,500 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    165 mm
    165 mm
    195 mm
    Payload Capacity
    626 - 726 kg
    626 kg
    1,100 kg
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    Family

    2025

    $102,500

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.0L Combustion
    Fuel
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Minivan
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    Maximum Power
    110 kW

    2008 Volkswagen Multivan

    Dimensions

    4,890 mm
    1,904 mm
    1,949 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,890 mm
    Overall Width1,904 mm
    Overall Height1,949 mm
    Wheelbase3,000 mm
    Load Capacity726 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2008 Volkswagen Multivan

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Volkswagen Multivan is the Comfortline variant that starts from $73,000.

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    The most expensive Volkswagen Multivan is the Highline variant that starts from $84,000.

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    The best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Multivan is 2500 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Volkswagen Multivan is the Comfortline variant which measures 1904mm wide, 4890mm in length and sits 1949mm tall.

    The most powerful Volkswagen Multivan is the Highline variant which has 173kW of power and 315nm of torque.

    The Volkswagen Multivan is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Volkswagen Multivan is the Comfortline variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3000 kg.

    The Volkswagen Multivan may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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