The Volkswagen Multivan is the successor to the Kombi. They are now classed as people movers. It is part of the VW transporter range and the latest model is the T6.1.
Its overall shape is tall and squarish, somewhat van-like especially when compared to the Kia Carnival but we had the two-tone paint job that looked pretty good. Certainly, better than the Toyota Granvia or current Hyundai iMax.
The Multivan comes in a short wheel base or an extra 400mm long wheel base.
They have a two litre diesel engine.
For the entry level model there’s a single turbo charger and a modest 110 kw, the other is a twin turbo with great throttle response from 147kW.
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The class leading feature is that some variants have all-wheel drive.
Prices range from nearly $62,000 to $88,000 plus on road costs.
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What is good?
- Class leading ease of access to third row of seats
- Good, responsive engine
- All-wheel drive option
What is not so good?
- Price
- No full size spare spare
- Rear storage compartments are cumbersome
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Model Volkswagen Multivan TDI 450 four motion
Model Price $87,990 MLP*
Engine 2 litre twin turbo diesel
Drivetrain 7 Speed dual clutch
Power 147 kW @ 4,000 rpm
Torque 450 Nm @ 1,500-2,000
Safety Not tested ANCAP
CO2 Emissions 200 g/km
Economy ADR 7.9 L/100km
Servicing “Care Plans” first 3 or five years
Warranty 5 yr/ Unlimited km: One year roadside assist
*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.
Overall Rating 79/100
Behind the Wheel 7
Comfort 8
Equipment 8
Performance 8
Ride and Handling 7
Practicality 9
Fit for Purpose 9
Street Appeal/Design 8
Technology/Connectivity 8
Value for Money 7
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VW Multivan Overall Rating
- Behind the Wheel - /10/10
- Comfort - /10/10
- Equipment - /10/10
- Performance - /10/10
- Ride and Handling - /10/10
- Practicality - /10/10
- Fit for Purpose - /10/10
- Street Appeal/Design - /10/10
- Technology/Connectivity - /10/10
- Value for Money - /10/10
Summary
The Volkswagen Multivan is the successor to the Kombi. They are now classed as people movers. It is part of the VW transporter range and the latest model is the T6.1.
Prices range from nearly $62,000 to $88,000 plus on road costs.
