VW Transporter Range Options;
Kombi: This is the entry level people mover in the Transporter range. It is available with every internal combustion engine in the T5 range, and in all roof heights and wheelbases. The Kombi [6] can seat four to eleven people. It is equipped with basic features such as rubber flooring, heater for driver’s compartment, and side panel trim and headlining in the driver’s compartment. Optional features include central locking, air conditioning for front and rear compartments, electrically controlled and heated mirrors, sliding windows, Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), side and curtain airbags, cruise control, electric windows, sunroof, and an electric sliding door.
Shuttle: This is the next level up, is only available in SWB and LWB, with the full engine range, but is limited to the standard roof height. The Shuttle seats seven to eleven people. Standard features are moulded trim, a second heater, sun blinds for the passenger compartment, and a sliding window on the left hand side only. Optional extras over the Kombi include carpeting and an ‘Appearance Package’, which includes colour-coded bumpers, double folding rear three-seater bench seat, and a luggage compartment light.
Caravelle: This is the range-topping people mover based on the T5 platform. Available with six or seven seats, it has a unique rail feature in which seats can slide forward and backward into any configuration. The Caravelle includes most of the Kombi and Shuttle features already standard, plus ESP, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR – more commonly known as traction control system), passenger’s seat with adjustable lumbar support, air conditioning, electrically adjustable and heated mirrors, and armrests for front-seat passenger and driver. Optional features include Automatic Tailgate Power Closing system, and multi-disc CD changer. A wide range of accessories are available, like tables and refrigerators which fit into the rails to be secured or movable if necessary. The Caravelle has all safety features as standard such as ABS, ESP, ASR, and front, side, and curtain airbags.
VW Transporter Engine Sizes;
Van Haven VW Transporter remapping is available.
Petrol engines 2003-2009 |
Model |
Engine type |
Power |
Torque |
2.0 |
1,984 cc (121 cu in) I4 N/A |
116 PS (85 kW; 114 bhp) |
170 N⋅m (125 lb⋅ft) |
3.2 |
3,189 cc (195 cu in) VR6 N/A |
235 PS (173 kW; 232 bhp) |
315 N⋅m (232 lb⋅ft) |
Diesel engines 2003-2009 |
Model |
Engine type |
Power |
Torque |
1.9 TDI PD |
1,896 cc (116 cu in) I4 turbo |
84 PS (62 kW; 83 bhp) |
200 N⋅m (148 lb⋅ft) |
1.9 TDI PD |
1,896 cc (116 cu in) I4 turbo |
102 PS (75 kW; 101 bhp) |
250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) |
2.5 TDI PD |
2,461 cc (150 cu in) I5 turbo |
131 PS (96 kW; 129 bhp) |
340 N⋅m (251 lb⋅ft) |
2.5 TDI PD |
2,461 cc (150 cu in) I5 turbo |
174 PS (128 kW; 172 bhp) |
400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) |
Petrol engines 2010- |
Model |
Engine type |
Power |
Torque |
2.0 |
1,984 cc (121 cu in) I4 N/A |
116 PS (85 kW; 114 bhp) |
170 N⋅m (125 lb⋅ft) |
2.0 TSI |
1,984 cc (121 cu in) I4 turbo |
204 PS (150 kW; 201 bhp) |
350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) |
Diesel engines 2010- |
Model |
Engine type |
Power |
Torque |
2.0 TDI CR |
1,968 cc (120 cu in) I4 turbo |
84 PS (62 kW; 83 bhp) |
220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) |
2.0 TDI CR |
1,968 cc (120 cu in) I4 turbo |
102 PS (75 kW; 101 bhp) |
250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) |
2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion |
1,968 cc (120 cu in) I4 turbo |
114 PS (84 kW; 112 bhp) |
250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) |
2.0 TDI CR |
1,968 cc (120 cu in) I4 turbo |
140 PS (103 kW; 138 bhp) |
340 N⋅m (251 lb⋅ft) |
2.0 BiTDI CR |
1,968 cc (120 cu in) I4 Bi-turbo |
179 PS (132 kW; 177 bhp) |
400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) |
When you are ready to buy a VW Transporter, Van Haven is here to help you on your way. Call us to discuss any options you require information on 01258 577016.