What engines does the VW Crafter use?

Two 2.0-litre TDI diesels: the TDI340 single-turbo (103kW/340Nm) and the TDI410 bi-turbo (130kW/410Nm). Both feature BlueMotion stop-start and brake energy recuperation, and pair to either an 8-speed automatic torque-converter or an 6-speed manual depending on configuration.

What's the difference between Crafter 35, 50 and 55?

The number refers to GVM. Crafter 35 is rated to 3.55 tonnes GVM (driveable on a car licence), Crafter 50 is 4.49 tonnes, and Crafter 55 is 5.5 tonnes. The 50 and 55 require a Light Rigid licence in Australia and use rear-wheel drive with reinforced rear axles.

Is the Crafter front-, rear-, or all-wheel drive?

All three. The standard transversely-mounted 2.0 TDI gives 100mm lower load floor on the FWD versions (up to 4.0t GVM). 4Motion all-wheel drive is also available up to 4.0t. Rear-wheel drive variants (3.55t to 5.5t GVM) use a longitudinally-mounted engine and are aimed at tail-heavy bodies like tippers, dropsides and motorhomes.

How much can the Crafter tow?

Crafter 35 variants are rated to 2,500kg braked / 750kg unbraked. Crafter 50 and 55 step up to 3,500kg braked / 750kg unbraked. Towball download is 150kg across the range.

Volkswagen Australia covers the Crafter with a 5-year unlimited-kilometre warranty and 1 year of roadside assist. Service intervals are 30,000km or 15 months on Crafter models (longer than VW's other models because of commercial duty cycle).

Volkswagen Crafter Price Australia 2021: From $70,990 RRP

Every Volkswagen Crafter variant in Australia, compared

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Minibus TDI410 FWD MWB 12-Seat2021$70,990130kW / 410Nm8.5L/100kmFWD12

Power: 130kW
Torque: 410Nm
Fuel use: 8.5L/100km
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: FWD
Seats: 12
Towing: 2,500kg

The 2021 Volkswagen Crafter Minibus 12-Seat TDI410 FWD MWB is VW's 12-seat people-mover, built for airport shuttles, tour operators, schools, hotels, and corporate fleets. The 2.0-litre TDI410 bi-turbo diesel (130kW/410Nm) pairs to an 8-speed torque-converter automatic and front-wheel drive. The 12-seat MWB layout fits two front seats plus a 2-3-3-2 rear configuration on a 3,640mm wheelbase, with a 1,311mm wide sliding door and fixed left-side passenger entry step. Reinforced front axle (2,100kg) and heavy-duty suspension are standard. Standard safety includes 6 airbags, Front Assist with City Emergency Brake, Driver Fatigue Detection, Multi-Collision Brake, front and rear parking sensors, rear-view camera, crosswind assist, ESP, ABS+EDL+TCS, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages. Cabin gets 6 LWB / 8 MWB loudspeakers, wooden floor in the passenger compartment, LED cabin lights, four 12V sockets, and a 6.5-inch Composition Colour touchscreen with App-Connect. Cross-shop a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Tourer 12-seat or a Renault Master 12-seat.

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Minibus TDI410 FWD LWB 15-Seat2021$85,490130kW / 410Nm9L/100kmFWD15

Power: 130kW
Torque: 410Nm
Fuel use: 9L/100km
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: FWD
Seats: 15
Towing: 2,500kg

The 2021 Volkswagen Crafter Minibus 15-Seat TDI410 FWD LWB is the larger version of VW's commercial people-mover, adding three more rear-row seats over the 12-seat MWB. The 2.0-litre TDI410 bi-turbo diesel (130kW/410Nm) pairs to an 8-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. The long 4,490mm wheelbase carries a 2-3-3-3-2-2 seating layout (front bench + four rear rows) for 15 occupants total. Reinforced front axle (2,100kg) and heavy-duty suspension are standard. Standard equipment matches the 12-seat Minibus: 6 airbags, Front Assist with City Emergency Brake, Multi-Collision Brake, parking sensors front and rear, rear-view camera, crosswind assist, ISOFIX anchorages, wooden floor in passenger compartment, LED cabin lights, four 12V sockets, and a 6.5-inch Composition Colour touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Cross-shop a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Tourer 15-seat or a Renault Master 17-seat. The natural fleet buyer is regional bus operators and large school transport providers.

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35 Single Cab Chassis TDI410 FWD LWB2021POA130kW / 410Nm—FWD3

Power: 130kW
Torque: 410Nm
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: FWD
Seats: 3
Towing: 2,500kg

The VW Crafter 35 Single Cab Chassis TDI410 FWD LWB is a cab-chassis platform for tradies and body-builders at $69,100, ready to take a tray, service body or custom module. It runs the 130kW/410Nm bi-turbo diesel and 8-speed auto, and the light 1,917kg kerb weight leaves a big 1,633kg payload on its 3,550kg GVM. Front-wheel drive keeps the deck low, and it tows up to 2,500kg braked with VW's 5-year unlimited-km warranty.

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35 Van TDI410 FWD LWB High Roof2021POA130kW / 410Nm—FWD3

Power: 130kW
Torque: 410Nm
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: FWD
Seats: 3
Towing: 2,500kg

The VW Crafter 35 Van TDI410 FWD LWB High Roof steps up to the more powerful bi-turbo diesel, priced at $76,790 with 130kW/410Nm through an 8-speed auto. The long-wheelbase high-roof body opens up a huge 14,400L of cargo space and a 3,450mm load length while still driving the front wheels. It carries a 1,242kg payload, tows up to 2,500kg braked and comes with VW's 5-year unlimited-km warranty.

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35 Van TDI360 FWD MWB2021POA103kW / 340Nm—FWD3

Power: 103kW
Torque: 340Nm
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: FWD
Seats: 3
Towing: 2,500kg

The VW Crafter 35 Van TDI360 FWD MWB is an entry point into VW's large van range at $72,600, with a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel making 103kW/340Nm through an 8-speed torque-converter auto. The medium wheelbase offers 9,900L of load volume, a 3,450mm load length and space for up to four Euro pallets, with a strong 1,388kg payload. Front-wheel drive keeps the load floor low, and it's covered by VW's 5-year unlimited-km warranty.

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35 Van TDI410 4Motion LWB High Roof2021POA130kW / 410Nm—AWD3

Power: 130kW
Torque: 410Nm
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: AWD
Seats: 3
Towing: 2,500kg

The VW Crafter 35 Van TDI410 4Motion LWB High Roof adds all-wheel drive to VW's big high-roof van, priced at $81,290 with the 130kW/410Nm bi-turbo diesel and 8-speed auto. The 4Motion system suits sites, snow and loose surfaces where front-drive struggles, trading a little payload (1,111kg) and load volume (13,600L) for extra traction. It tows up to 2,500kg braked and keeps VW's 5-year unlimited-km warranty.

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50 Van TDI410 RWD LWB High Roof2021POA130kW / 410Nm—RWD3

Power: 130kW
Torque: 410Nm
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: RWD
Seats: 3
Towing: 3,500kg

The VW Crafter 50 Van TDI410 RWD LWB High Roof is the heavy-duty rear-drive workhorse of the range at $83,790, with a 4,490kg GVM that unlocks a massive 1,869kg payload and 3,500kg braked towing. It uses the 130kW/410Nm bi-turbo diesel and 8-speed auto, and the rear-drive layout suits heavier, more demanding loads. Cargo volume is 13,600L with a 3,450mm load length, all backed by VW's 5-year unlimited-km warranty.

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35 Dual Cab Chassis TDI410 FWD LWB2021POA130kW / 410Nm—FWD7

Power: 130kW
Torque: 410Nm
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic w/ Torque Converter
Drive: FWD
Seats: 7
Towing: 2,500kg

The VW Crafter 35 Dual Cab Chassis TDI410 FWD LWB pairs a seven-seat crew cab with a bare chassis for tray or body fitment, priced at $72,600. It uses the 130kW/410Nm bi-turbo diesel and 8-speed auto, seating a full work crew up front while leaving a 1,451kg payload on its 3,550kg GVM. Front-wheel drive keeps the deck low, and it tows up to 2,500kg braked with VW's 5-year unlimited-km warranty.

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