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The 2020 Volkswagen Transporter Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Cargo Van that was released to the New Zealand market on 3rd January 2020. The Volkswagen Transporter is regarded as a van built in Germany with prices starting at $69,500 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 7.5L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 197g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1067km per full tank
The Volkswagen Transporter measures 1990mm (78.3 inches) in height, 5292mm (208.3 inches) in length, 2283mm (89.9 inches) in width with a 3400mm (133.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2015kg (4442.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Transporter Base comes standard with 235/55 Rnull front tyres and 235/55 Rnull rear tyres. It requires a service every 24 months or 40,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, 150,000 km warranty.
The 2020 Volkswagen Transporter Base has a 165mm ground clearance with a 2500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
42.74 - 80 kW/t
35.76 kW/t
80 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 - 7.8 L/100km
4.5 L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
1,026 - 1,212 km
833 km
1,379 km
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
150,000 km
100,000 km
350,000 km
Service Interval
24 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,800 - 3,000 kg
2,000 kg
4,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,200 - 2,500 kg
750 kg
2,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
165 - 202 mm
125 mm
234 mm
Payload Capacity
985 - 1,198 kg
526 kg
1,310 kg
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Dimensions
5,292 mm
2,283 mm
1,990 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,292 mm |
| Overall Width | 2,283 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,990 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 985 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Transporter Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 197
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: BSU
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Main
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1067
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 663
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.5
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: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
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: Electro-Hydraulic
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Torsion
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
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: Cargo Van
Cab Type: Regular
Local Body Type: Cargo Van
Platform Code: T6
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Long
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Step
Illuminated Side Step: yes
Step Location: Side
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): 55.5
Height (mm): 1410
Length (in): 108.4
Length (mm): 2753
Loading Floor Height (in): 22.0
Loading Floor Height (mm): 558
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): 35.2
Front Overhang (mm): 894
Front Track (in): 64.1
Front Track (mm): 1628
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 165
Overall Height (in): 78.3
Overall Height (mm): 1990
Overall Length (in): 208.3
Overall Length (mm): 5292
Overall Width (in): 89.9
Overall Width (mm): 2283
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 Height (in): 49.9
Driver Height (mm): 1268
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 40.2
Driver Width (mm): 1020
Passenger Height (in): 49.9
Passenger Height (mm): 1268
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: Lift Gate
Rear Width (in): 58.5
Rear Width (mm): 1485
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Color
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Speed Dependent: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Privacy Glass
Location: 3rd Row Side
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear Side Windows
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1575
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3472
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5512
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6614
Payload Allowance (kg): 985
Payload Allowance (lb): 2172
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2015
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4442
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1550
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3417
Tare Weight (kg): 1956
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
Touch Screen: yes
System Type: Stereo
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
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
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 6.3
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Screen Size (in): 6.3
Touch Screen: yes
Floor Covering
Load Area: Plastic/Rubber
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 2
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
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
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Curtain 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
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 40000
Distance (miles): 24855
Period (Months): 24
Variable Distance Period: yes
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