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What’s the best used Volkswagen Transporter model to buy?

The best Transporter is a matter of your own needs as an individual or business user, and will hinge mainly on how much utility you need from the van, particularly with regards to load space. The Transporter range is relatively simple in that the regular panel vans come in short and long wheelbase forms, the former swallowing a pair of Euro pallets and the latter taking three. Equivalent crew van variants drop to one pallet for the SWB and two for the LWB, while the larger dropside chassis cab takes up to four Euro pallets. Vans with more power can generally accept higher payloads and have higher tow ratings, so bear that in mind too when you’re shopping.

Used Volkswagen Transporter fuel economy and performance

• Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDI 90PS: The 2-litre turbodiesel four-cylinder at the bottom of the range produces 90PS, which gets the Transporter from 0-62mph in 19.7 seconds and up to 94mph. In short wheelbase format, claimed economy is 40.4mpg.
• Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDI 110PS: With power raised to 110PS the same 2-litre diesel engine gets from 0-62mph slightly quicker, at 15.3 seconds, with a 102mph top end. Economy is unchanged at 40.4mpg.
• Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDI 150PS: Now with 150PS and a six-speed manual gearbox, the Transporter is getting quite quick by van standards. 0-62mph comes up in 11.1 seconds and top speed rises to 114mph, but economy is still quoted at 40.4mpg.
• Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 BiTDI 204PS: Twin turbocharging raises the Transporter’s output to 204PS, and is only available in Highline trim with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Economy drops a little to 37.7mpg but the 0-62mph time is now 9.3 seconds, and top speed is 126mph.

What used Volkswagen Transporter trim levels are available?

The Transporter comes in only two trim levels in the ‘T6.1’ models sold since 2019 (at the time of writing, an all-new T7 model is beginning to filter onto the market). Those trims are Startline and Highline, with the latter offering the relatively low specification you’d expect from a more basic van, such as an absence of air conditioning. You’ll find much more variety in the number of body styles: the Transporter is offered in short and long wheelbase panel vans, crew vans, and chassis cab models.

• The Volkswagen Transporter Startline is where the Transporter range starts, getting steel wheels, electric and heated door mirrors, and smartphone connectivity. Air conditioning isn’t offered as standard, while all engines except the BiTDI are available, with five or six speed manual or 7-speed DSG gearboxes, and optional 4Motion all-wheel drive in some versions.
• The Volkswagen Transporter Highline adds air conditioning and alloy wheels as standard, plus fog lights and a heated windscreen. The BiTDI diesel also becomes available, with front-wheel drive and 4Motion options.

Used Volkswagen Transporter dimensions and boot size

The Volkswagen Transporter’s dimensions are:

• Length: 4904-5304mm
• Width: 1904mm
• Height: 1990-2477mm
• Ground clearance: 201-202mm

The Volkswagen Transporter’s load capacity is:

• 5.8 cubic metres (SWB)
• 6.7 cubic metres (LWB)

Used Volkswagen Transporter road tax

There’s a flat rate of VED for vans like the Volkswagen Transporter, which for the 2024/2025 tax year is £335 per year for any van with a gross vehicle weight of under 3500kg, or £175.88 for a six-monthly payment by Direct Debit.

How much is it to insure a Volkswagen Transporter?

The large range of models available means we’ll avoid breaking down the entire range of insurance groups here, but you’ll find the most basic models begin in the high group 20 range, while more expensive models get close to the maximum group 50. Actual insurance costs will depend on how you plan to use the van, so we’d recommend speaking to a broker for an accurate quote.

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