Volkswagen Crafter 2010
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.
Proven Design first in 2001 going strong towards 2011
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

