Volkswagen Crafter
Its big, its ready for work and is a popular commercial van. The Volkswagen Crafter offers a 15 square mtr payload or if size is important a 17.3 in the high roof.. There are nine different models in this range, evolving from the 3.5 LWB and the LWB 5.0.
Service intervals are ever 15000 km and come with a manufacturers warranty of 3 yrs 100,000 kms.
- LWB 3.5 $48,900-$55,800
- LWB 5.0 $54,950- $61,850
- Add $2895 for high roof.
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Engines used are the diesel 2.8 L and the 2.5 L Turbo Trans missions is 6 speed manual. Keep in mind that the top of the line needs a light rigid truck licence but can be downgraded for car license check with local motoring authorities.
Engine 80kW 100kW 120kW
Type 5 Cylinder, SOHC, 10 Valve
Installation / Construction Longitudinal installation / Cast iron block with alloy head
Capacity, litres / cc 2,5 / 2,459
Bore x Stroke / Compression ratio 81.0mm x 95.5mm / 16.8:1
Maximum power, kW @ rpm 80 @ 3,500 100 @ 3,500 120 @ 3,500
Maximum torque, Nm @ rpm 280 @ 2,000 300 @ 2,000 350 @ 2,000
Fuel system 3rd Gen. Common rail direct injection
Induction Variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger with intercooler
Emissions standard Euro 4 (w/ DPF)
Fuel type Diesel DIN EN 590
Fuel tank capacity 75 Litre

