VW Transporter Transporter Cargo Van, starting at 37500 £

The VW Transporter Transporter Cargo Van impresses with 286 HP 331 km and an attractive starting price of 37500 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

from about £37,500
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.1 - 8.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.9 - 24.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 56 - 331 km

Street Cred and Workaday Charm

The Transporter keeps the classic VW van silhouette but with cleaner, more modern lines that balance professional seriousness and a subtle design wink for fleet buyers who care what their vans say about them. It’s a substantial presence on the road at roughly 5.05–5.45 m long, about 2.03 m wide and just under 2.0 m tall in most trims, so visibility and parking city-side feel distinctly van-like rather than car-like. Panels are utilitarian where they need to be and tidier where they can impress — a practical face that also works well as a mobile billboard. Overall, the Transporter’s look signals capability more than glamour, which is exactly the point for its intended buyers.

Cabin That Understands Work

The interior has stepped up in fit and finish compared with earlier generations, with harder plastics kept where they survive scuffs and softer touches at eye level to reduce the impression of being inside a toolbox. Seat configurations include basic two-seat work layouts and more passenger-friendly five-seat options, so crews and solo tradespeople both find sensible choices. Controls are laid out for quick use during a busy day and storage nooks are generous, making paperwork, phones and tools easy to stash within reach. Practicality is the priority, but comfort for long days hasn’t been sacrificed.

Load Space That Actually Works

Cargo capability is the Transporter’s headline act: payloads vary by spec but can approach and exceed 1.2 tonnes in certain versions, which means a full set of tools or several heavy pallets won’t be an awkward trip. Short, long and high-roof variants allow tailoring to different trades and conversions, and the available partitioning keeps the cab safe from shifting loads. Door apertures and low load floors help with daily loading and unloading, translating numbers on a spec sheet into fewer trips and less time at the kerb. In short, it’s built to carry real-world cargo, not just look good on paper.

Driving That Keeps the Day Moving

The Transporter is available with a wide range of drivetrains — from economical diesels to a plug-in eHybrid and several fully electric e‑kastenwagen variants — so on-road manners change with the engine, but the baseline is predictability and composure. Diesel engines cover the practical end with outputs around 110–170 hp, while the eHybrid pushes to 233 hp and the electric models range up to 286 hp, giving 0–100 km/h times from about 16.9 s down to roughly 7.4 s on the fastest electric setups; that means anything from relaxed motorway cruising to genuinely brisk deliveries off the line. Front-, rear- and all‑wheel drive options mean traction and load handling can be matched to climate and route, and steering and suspension are tuned for stability rather than sport, which is exactly the trade-off most buyers want.

Running Costs, Range and Everyday Mileage

Diesel variants return figures in the neighborhood of 7.1–8.4 L/100 km, which makes them efficient for long highway runs and heavy payloads, while electric versions consume roughly 22–24 kWh/100 km and claim real-world ranges in the low- to mid-300-kilometre band on several WLTP figures. The plug‑in hybrid offers about 56 km of pure electric range for short urban jobs before the combustion engine kicks in, letting users avoid fuel stops on day-to-day local runs. For fleet buyers the choice comes down to duty cycle: long-distance, heavy-load operators will likely stick with diesel; mixed urban and regional work suits the eHybrid; and inner-city delivery or low-emission zones are where the full-electric models pay back.

Tech That Keeps Drivers Safe and Connected

Driver assistance features and infotainment have been upgraded to match modern expectations, with adaptive cruise, lane aids and parking sensors commonly offered and larger touch displays for navigation and smartphone mirroring available on higher trims. These systems reduce fatigue on long runs, make tight urban manoeuvres less stressful and provide up-to-date route guidance to save time between jobs. Connectivity and telematics options meet fleet management needs for tracking and uptime, turning the van into a tool that’s easier to schedule and maintain. Overall, the Transporter’s tech is practical rather than flashy, aimed at improving daily efficiency.

Who Should Buy One?

The Transporter is aimed squarely at professionals who need versatility and reliability: tradespeople, small businesses, fleets and conversion specialists will appreciate the variety of body lengths, payloads and powertrains available. A wide choice of diesel, plug-in hybrid and fully electric T7 variants means there’s a configuration for almost every duty cycle, whether that’s long-haul loads, mixed urban/regional deliveries or zero‑emission inner-city work. Those seeking a comfortable, well-specified workhorse that won’t embarrass a company image will find the Transporter a sensible, no-nonsense pick that focuses more on getting the job done than on unnecessary frills.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37500 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1872 - 2462 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Width
2032 mm
Height
1966 - 1985 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
755 - 1259 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the VW Transporter Transporter have?

The VW Transporter Transporter is offered with Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.