15 January 2010

New T5 on the way


Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles are set to unveil the new Volkswagen Transporter later this month with the new model containing more specification and a lower price.

Detail changes include a new bonnet, radiator grille and bumper as well as a new colour range and VW emblem.

There's a new range of 2.0 engines with power output from 85bhp to 180bhp and the availability of Volkswagens 4Motion and DSG technologies.

The new model entry price is lower than the previous model, starting at €21,965, and all versions have ESP as standard.

Options include a lane change assist feature (Side Assist), a reversing camera (Rear Assist), different additional light functions and the tyre pressure monitor (TPM) display.