Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
Transporter
Medium panel van (T6.1 generation), VW's rival to the Transit Custom and Vivaro.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications
| Payload (diesel) | up to 1.28 tonnes |
| Payload (electric) | up to 1 tonne |
| Load volume (SWB) | 5.8 m3 |
| Load volume (LWB) | 6.8 m3 |
| Load length, SWB (with load-through bulkhead) | 3050 mm |
| Load length, LWB (with load-through bulkhead) | 3450 mm |
| GVW range | 2800-3350 kg |
| Towing capacity (diesel) | up to 2.8 tonnes |
Figures taken from the manufacturer: source. Anything we could not verify is left out rather than estimated. Specifications change by model year and configuration - confirm with the supplier before relying on them.
Before you quote these figures
Figures cover the standard-roof SWB and LWB panel van; the diesel range spans multiple TDI power outputs and the fully electric ID. Buzz Cargo derivative has a lower payload ceiling.
Who uses it
The Transporter is positioned above budget medium vans on cabin quality and resale value, and stays under 2 metres tall on both wheelbases so it can access multi-storey car parks that rule out taller rivals.
Closest alternative
The model most often cross-shopped against the Transporter is the Ford Transit Custom.
Looking for one?
Most companies carry several makes and advertise none of them. Find the firms covering your area and ask what is on the yard.
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