"VW Crafter" – a great truck for commercial business

A Couple of years ago, the German automaker «Volkswagen» presented to the public its new model of microbus called “Volkswagen Crafter”. This machine was not a restyling of the model LT and was developed by German engineers with zero. As a result of long and hard work, reliable, versatile, and most importantly, a large van, capable of carrying any cargo at any distance. Due to these and many other characteristics "VW Crafter” is a bestseller in the European and the domestic market, where it is officially delivered. According to experts, this commercial vehicle has no worthy competitors (with the exception of “Mercedes Sprinter”), and therefore is in high demand by many shipping companies. So, let's look at what the new German machine.

Design

The appearance of the machine in comparison with other vans of this brand is much more attractive and modern. Immediately catches the eye elongated headlamps, which gradually becomes a large windshield. Stylish bumper and a balanced wheel arches look quite confident on the background of other commercial vehicles.

Specifications of motors

For a new minibus “Volkswagen Crafter” the manufacturer has specifically designed three variants of diesel engines that will be provided for the domestic consumer at full strength. The first unit has a capacity of 109 horsepower, the second – 136, and the third a whopping 163 horsepower. By the way, according to the manufacturer, all 3 units is designed for durable operation in any riding conditions, and the closest repair (not overhaul!) they will require not earlier than 200 thousand kilometers. With regard to the level of the economy, “Volkswagen Crafter” thanks to the fuel injection system of the type "common rail" consumes about 7-8 liters per 100 kilometers in combined cycle.

Specifications of body, cab and payload

The Main feature of the new model of the van – is its large capacity, which is as much as 17 cubic meters. Also it is necessary to highlight “Volkswagen Crafter” a van, which, unlike the body of the van, allows to accommodate up to 27 cubic feet of cargo depending on the length of the chassis. The vehicle is capable of lifting and transporting various goods, total weight up to 2800 kg. However, for such a powerful truck, as “Volkswagen Crafter”, and 3 tons is not a hindrance. In the cabin the manufacturer has provided a lot of comfort systems for the driver, allowing not only fast, but convenient to transport goods. So the level of comfort of the van on top. The same applies to vans that are equipped with all necessary items, including heating system "Webasto" (it is installed at the client's request) for lovers of long trips.

“Volkswagen Crafter”: the price

The Minimum cost for new truck is half a million rubles, while in the secondary market you can buy a 2 year old van in excellent condition for 900 thousand.