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| Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Reveals New Transporter with Enhanced Features and Advanced Drive Systems Image credit: Volkswagen |
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is significantly expanding its range of drive systems with the launch of the new Transporter and Caravelle models. In addition to the latest turbodiesel engines (TDI), both models will be available with plug-in hybrid drives and all-electric drives. The newly developed plug-in hybrid drive (eHybrid) offers a system power of 171kW (232 PS) and can be ordered now. Additionally, three electric drives with outputs of 100kW (136 PS), 160kW (218 PS), and 210kW (286 PS) with a net battery capacity of 64kWh will soon be available. An electric version with reduced power and a smaller battery for urban delivery transport is also in the works.
Comprehensive Model Range
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is offering the new Transporter in several configurations: panel van, panel van Plus, Kombi, and a double cab variant. The Kombi and panel van versions are optionally available with a high roof and an extended wheelbase. The more exclusive Caravelle, developed for commercial passenger transport, offers nine seats and comes in entry-level, medium Life, and top-of-the-line Style versions, with an extended wheelbase option. Another notable version, the PanAmericana, features a robust all-terrain design and exclusive equipment details.
Enhanced Usability and Increased Payload
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| Volkswagen Commercial Transporter Image credit: Volkswagen |
The new Transporter has grown in size, now measuring 5,050mm in length, with an extended wheelbase option bringing the total length to 5,450mm. The wheelbase has been extended by 97mm to 3,100mm, and the exterior width has increased by 128mm to 2,032mm. This expansion allows for a significant increase in load capacity, with the largest stowage volume reaching 9.0m3. The Transporter can accommodate up to six seats in the passenger compartment and various partitions, ensuring versatility for different needs.
Optimum Energy Supply and Practical Features
The electrical equipment of the new Transporter is enhanced with various interfaces, including USB-A, USB-C, and 12V sockets, with optional 230V sockets for more power-hungry devices. The 230V system's total output reaches up to 2,300 watts, providing a suitable power source for any electrical device. Despite its increased size, the Transporter remains practical, fitting into conventional multi-storey car parks and handling tight bends with a turning circle of only 11.8 metres. The maximum payload reaches up to 1.33 tonnes, and the new Transporter generation can pull trailers weighing up to 2.8 tonnes, depending on the variant.
Characteristic Bulli Feeling
The seventh generation of the Volkswagen Transporter introduces modern conveniences while maintaining the traditional Bulli feel. The vehicle now starts via a starter button next to the 12-inch digital instrument cluster and the 13-inch infotainment display. The standard multifunction steering wheel is equipped with clearly arranged buttons, and the infotainment system volume is adjusted using the steering wheel or a classic rotary knob. The handbrake lever has been replaced by a switch for the parking brake, enhancing space and accessibility.
Extensive Standard Equipment
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has expanded the standard equipment for the new Transporter models. Now included are LED headlights, LED tail light clusters, an electronic parking brake with Auto Hold function, 12-inch digital instruments, an infotainment system with a 13-inch touchscreen, multifunction steering wheel, Keyless Start system, rain sensor, Lane Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking, and Dynamic Road Sign Display. The panel van includes a partition as standard, while the Kombi features windows in the rear, three individual seats in the second row, and an audio system with six speakers.
Legacy and Innovation in the New Transporter
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has preserved the distinctive design of the Transporter while transforming it for a new era. The seventh generation offers more space, payload, towing capacity, efficiency, and overall perfection. Available in three variants (Kombi, panel van, and dropside) and as a Caravelle for passenger transport, the Transporter is powered by state-of-the-art turbodiesel, plug-in hybrid, and electric drive systems. With the addition of all-wheel drive and a wide array of configurations, the new Transporter is designed to meet the diverse needs of modern consumers.
The new Volkswagen Transporter exemplifies a blend of innovation and tradition, offering enhanced features, advanced drive systems, and increased usability, making it a versatile and efficient choice for both commercial and personal use.
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