Volkswagen T6 Transporter TDI 4Motion. Gross weight: 3000 kg. Start of sales: September 2015 Price: from 1 642 500 rubles.
The start of production of the new generation T6 (includes the Transporter, Multivan, Caravelle and California models) took place in Hanover in May this year. The sales volume of the previous series (T5), produced over 13 years, in different countries the world totaled about 2 million cars. The new generation of light trucks of the Volkswagen Commercial vehicles»Is intended to continue this success story. Today, the Transporter family includes versions with a cargo platform, single or double cab, the Kombi Doka Plus cargo and passenger van, the all-metal van Kasten, a chassis modification and the utility passenger Transporter Kombi. The T6 has two wheelbases (3000 and 3400 mm) and three roof heights (standard, medium and high). For the Russian market, the line of power units includes two gasoline (TSI) and three diesel (TDI) engines, paired with a 5- or 6-speed "mechanics", as well as a 7-speed robotic DSG box... Front-wheel drive, but 4MOTION all-wheel drive is also available. It was such a car that we got for the test.
The two-tone front panel is replete with plenty of compartments and niches
We had at our disposal the heaviest possible T6 Transporter - a hard-working van with an all-metal body without glass, the owner of a long wheelbase, a high roof and high rear hinged and side sliding doors. WITH similar car, but from the previous generation, we already introduced the readers at the beginning of the year ("Avtopark" №1 / 2015). It was all the more interesting to compare the newcomer and the predecessor.
SPLASH OF DESIGN
Externally, the T6 remained recognizable, especially in profile. Perhaps the only change that is noticeable from the side is the rear-view mirrors mounted lower than its predecessor. Also worth noting is the redesign of the front end. With a lowered front bumper made of unpainted grainy plastic, a matte black grille with a chrome strip, as well as more austere optics and a textured bonnet, the most utilitarian version of the German van looks more effective. The rear of the car also received new elements - we are talking about a horizontal stripe on the bumper, which emphasizes the width of the body. In general, the thoughtful and expressive lines give the Transporter, like the entire model line, a modern and at the same time recognizable look that will never go out of style.
Multimedia system with smartphone interface
The cargo area of the van is accessed from both the rear and the passenger side - the standard sliding door opens a 1020 mm wide opening, allowing easy access to cargo in the back of the cargo area. Rear doors open sequentially: first left, then right. This is convenient for side-by-side parking and provides safe access to the load compartment from the side of the road.
TWO PASSENGERS, NINE CUBES
Floor area cargo compartment, separated from the cab by a blank partition, is 5 m2, and the volume of the cargo compartment in the version with a high roof is 9.3 m3, including a spacious niche above the cab. Doors to the edge of the roof do not create obstacles for packages up to 2 m high, and the distance between wheel arches- 1244 mm allows loading goods on Euro pallets using eight lifting eyes. The loading height of the van is low, only 566 mm, and the doors that extend to the edge of the roof do not obstruct packages up to 1940 mm high.
The driver's workplace has remained practically unchanged in terms of ergonomics, all elements of the "man-machine" system have been verified with German scrupulousness. But design innovations in the interior of the T6 are immediately striking. The stylistic design of the driver and passenger area borrowed from passenger cars concern, and now it has more shelves and compartments for small items. The front panel is made in two colors - dark top and light bottom. By the way, earlier we met such design delights only at Renault Master.
Rear view mirrors provide a wide view
In terms of expanding the functionality of the "command post", it is worth noting the updated information display v dashboard and a 2-din multimedia system that can communicate with smartphones and tablets, and even receive sound commands.
It's comfortable to drive. The driver's seat, which is adjustable in height, is equipped with lumbar support, and the back of the middle seat can be easily transformed into a convenient folding table. The seat upholstery is discreet, but resistant to external influences. The center console is equipped with two cup holders, although such a decision, in our opinion, is controversial - located in the zone windscreen a foreign object distracts attention. It is much more common to place such accessories on the right hand of the driver's seat. Another note concerns the advisability of installing a mirror in the cab: in this configuration, the view is limited by a blank partition behind the cab. But I liked the electric heated windshield: pressing the button allowed us to instantly cope with fogging.
Rear suspension with a diagonal arm and separately mounted springs provides the Transporter with a smooth ride at a level passenger car
STRONG STRUCTURE
Car permitted maximum mass in three tons is powered by a two-liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 140 liters. with. In the European market for the T6 series, new TDI EA288 engines in the Euro-6 version with AdBlue injection are provided, but in Russia the diesel line is represented by the previous version power unit Euro-5 standard, which means that an expensive urea tank is not needed, although a place for its neck is reserved. As for such daily operations as checking the oil level and filling the windscreen washer reservoir, they will not cause difficulties - everything is at hand in the engine compartment.
The opening width of the sliding door is 1020 mm
The engine is aggregated with a 6-speed manual gearbox. 4MOTION version includes rear gear with Haldex coupling 5th generation and rear cross-axle differential locking mechanism. The distribution of the moment is organized as follows: on good coverage the leading wheels are the front wheels; when they slip, the Haldex clutch connects the rear wheels. Branded four-wheel drive works in conjunction with the system stabilization ESP+ and complemented by Hill Descent Assist (optional).
The new generation Transporter chassis uses a design that provides for the attachment of the front lateral rods. independent suspension and stabilizer lateral stability not to the body, but to the subframe, which in turn is bolted to the body through silent blocks. This solution improves vibration cut-off.
IN MOVE
On the move, this car is equally dynamic and traction, it does not sour even with a body loaded to the eyeballs. Fuel consumption of a loaded vehicle in mixed mode, according to on-board computer, amounted to 9.5 l / 100 km. The well-coordinated work of the McPherson front struts and rear suspension with a diagonal arm and separately mounted springs ensure the Transporter runs smoothly at the level of a passenger car. In the version with a high roof, which means a higher center of gravity, the work of the adaptive suspension control system DCC is clearly visible - this new option allows you to reduce longitudinal and lateral roll thanks to electronically controlled shock absorbers.
Among other new additions to the optional list, it is worth mentioning the headlight control assistant Light Assist, which automatically (according to the camera) turns on and off the high beam headlights. Interestingly, a sensitive sensor distinguishes light not only from headlights, but also from rear lights in front of the vehicle.
To test the all-wheel drive properties of the T6 Transporter, we chose a suburban section of the route, where the shortage of asphalt changed first to a country road with densely packed gravel, and then to complete off-road. On the dirt road after the autumn rain, our truck passed, clearly following the trajectory set by the driver, without drifts and slippage. No forced locking was required.
The car is equipped with equipment for transporting a trailer. There is a hitch stabilization function
The only reason for attention was the characteristic metallic knocking coming from the van when driving through bumps. Source extraneous noise turned out to be a dismantled hitch of the towing device, which is in the standard packing together with the jack. I had to wrap the clattering pieces of iron in a rag.
Cup holder in the windshield area distracts the driver on the road
Summing up the impressions, we note that such a van with an adaptive chassis and all-wheel drive is open to any roads and directions. True, the price of such pleasure is high - 2,274,300 rubles, not counting additional options... Those who do not plan to marches on rough terrain should consider a cheaper mono-drive version with a 2-liter 140-horsepower diesel engine and 6-speed "mechanics". By the way, it was this version of the T5 Transporter that was the most sold in Russia.
In Russia, the diesel line is represented by Euro-5 engines
- Smooth running at the level of a passenger car, high cross-country ability, roomy cargo hold
- Unsuccessful attachment for jack and removable tow bar in the cargo area
| Specifications | |
| Wheel formula | 4x4 |
| Curb weight, kg | 2163 |
| Full weight, kg | 3000 |
| Cargo compartment volume, m3 | 9,3 |
| Volume fuel tank, l | 80 |
| Engine | |
| type of | diesel, turbocharged, 4-cylinder, Euro-5 |
| working volume, cm 3 | 1968 |
| power, l. with. at min -1 | 140 at 3500 |
| torque, Nm at min -1 | 340 at 1400-2400 |
| Transmission | mechanical, 6-speed |
| Suspension | independent |
| Brakes | disk |
| Tire size | 225 / 65R16С |
| Price | |
| Basic, rub. | 1 642 500 |
| Of the tested car, rub. | 2 274 300 |
| Service | |
| Factory guarantee | 2 years without mileage limitation |
| Service mileage, km | 20 000 |
| Competitors | |
| Ford Transit Custom, Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
The car was provided by Volkswagen Group Rus LLC.
Minivan Volkswagen Transporter can be equipped with new driver assistance systems: system automatic braking in urban conditions, adaptive chassis control (DCC), distance control assistant from the car in front and adaptive cruise control. Also available are lane change assist and automatic crash braking.
On Russian market modifications are offered with gasoline and diesel engines with a volume of 2.0 liters with a capacity of 140, 150, 180 and 204 Horse power NS. Engines run on BlueMotion technology, which saves fuel and reduces emissions harmful substances... Modifications with Euro-4 and Euro-5 engines are supplied to the Russian market. Fuel consumption for petrol versions the car is 12.8 - 14 liters in the urban cycle and 8.4 - 8.8 on the highway. Diesel motors consume 9.6 - 10.9 liters of fuel in the city, and only 6.7 - 7.7 liters on the highway. The volume of the fuel tank is 80 liters.
The Volkswagen Transporter minivan is equipped with a six-speed mechanical box gears and a seven-speed robotized transmission. Available in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive (4Motion) versions. The minivan suspension is independent (front - McPherson, rear - multi-link). A suspension stiffness adjustment system is optionally available. The brakes of the machine are ventilated discs.
Short and long wheelbase versions of the car are available on the Russian market. The first ones are available with a Medium and Standard roof, and the long-base models with a Standard, Medium and High roof.
The length of the car with a short wheelbase is 5006 mm, and with a long one - 5406 mm. The overall width of all modifications is 1904 mm. The height of the Standard versions is 1990 mm, Medium - 2176 mm, High - 2476 mm. Short wheelbase is three meters long, 40 centimeters longer.
All modifications of the minivan are five-seater, with two rows of seats. The third row is available as an option. The backs of the second row seats fold, and the left seat has a quick recline mechanism. For the convenience of boarding the third row of the Volkswagen Transporter minivan, it is equipped with at least one electric sliding door. Closers are installed in the doors. The cabin has special rails that allow you to independently adjust the distance between the rows of seats.
The sixth generation set of options fitted to the Volkswagen Transporter minivan includes hill start assist, tire pressure monitoring, brake force distribution (EBD), braking assist system (BAS), traction control (TCS), anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic control sustainability (ESP).
Optionally, a hatch and roof rails are installed for transporting large loads. Also available in the cabin are leather upholstery, a navigation system with a monitor and a hands free system. To control the blind spots, you can put the Side Assist system, and Rest Assist controls the driver's fatigue.
The new, sixth in a row, generation Volkswagen Transporter with the T6 index was publicly presented to the public on April 16, 2015 in Amsterdam. Compared to its predecessor, the car received cosmetic changes in appearance, a completely redrawn front panel and a new palette power plants, but at the same time, this generation change can only be called deep modernization... In August 2015, the "live" cars reached dealerships, although the acceptance of orders was launched in the spring.
The appearance of the 6th generation cargo-and-passenger "Transporter" retained its recognizable shape, but got more "angular" forms. The car is decorated in the corporate style of the brand with expressive lighting technology, adjusted proportions and laconic chrome additions.
The multipurpose minibus Volkswagen Transporter T6 "Combi" / "Doka" is an all-metal van with glazing, presented with two wheelbases, and in the case of the Combi, with three types of roof heights.
The length of the car is from 4904 to 5304 mm, height - from 1990 to 2477 mm, width - 1904 mm (including mirrors - 2297 mm). The clearance between the axles in the standard version is 3000 mm, and in the extended version - 3400 mm.
The interior of the "Transporter" T6 is distinguished by verified ergonomics, "family" design and high functionality. A block of informative and laconic devices with an on-board computer display was "registered" behind the three-spoke steering wheel. The front panel, in addition to various niches, contains all the necessary controls. In the "top" trim levels, the minibus "flaunts" a multimedia center with a "TV" diagonal of 6.33 inches, multi-steering wheel and a full-fledged "climate".
The "sixth" Volkswagen Transporter in the "passenger version" is equipped with comfortable seats with wide adjustment options. The standard modification "Kombi" is capable of taking on board up to 9 people, the long wheelbase version adds two additional seats.
The interior of the "German" has ample transformation possibilities - if necessary, the seats are dismantled, as a result of which the maximum capacity (already of the van) can reach 9.3 cubic meters, and the length of the cargo area - 2975 mm. In the arsenal of the version of the Transporter T6 "Doka", there is a 6-seater equipment and a luggage compartment with a useful volume of 3.5 to 4.4 cubic meters.
The 6th generation cargo-passenger "Transporter" is equipped with several types of luggage doors - swing doors with a 280-degree opening angle or a lifting lid. A sliding side door, based on the left side, is responsible for comfortable boarding and disembarking of riders.
Specifications. In Russia, a range of diesel and gasoline power plants is offered for the VW Transporter T6.
- The "solid fuel" part is represented by three four-cylinder TDI engines volume of 2.0 liters each, equipped with direct injection and turbocharged.
- The base unit is considered to be a 102 horsepower unit, generating 250 Nm of peak torque at 1500-2500 rpm,
- it is followed by a 140-strong version, the return of which is 340 Nm of thrust at 1750-2500 rpm,
- Well, the privilege of "top" cars is a diesel with a pair of turbochargers with a capacity of 180 "horses", developing 400 Nm at 1500-2000 rpm.
- Under the hood of the "Transporter T6" you can also find one of two gasoline 2.0-liter TSI turbo engines with four "pots" placed in a row and direct fuel injection: 150 horsepower 280 Nm of torque in the range of 1500-3750 rpm, or 204 " mares "and 350 Nm at 1500-4000 rpm.
The motors work in conjunction with a 5- or 6-speed gearbox or a 7-speed "robot" DSG with two clutches, front-wheel drive or a proprietary 4MOTION transmission with a Haldex clutch and a mechanical differential lock in the rear axle.
In a circle, the passenger-and-freight versions of the VW Transporter T6 are equipped with an independent chassis structure: MacPherson struts at the front and multi-link architecture at the rear. As an option, the vehicle is equipped with an adaptive DCC chassis with electronically controlled shock absorbers and three operating modes. An efficient hydraulic booster is integrated into the steering system, and disc brakes mounted on each wheel (with front ventilation) and supplemented with ABS, EBD and other electronic assistants.
Options and prices. On the Russian market, the Volkswagen Transporter T6 "in cargo and passenger version" is estimated at a minimum of 1,820,000 rubles.
As standard, the van is equipped with stamped 16-inch disks, two front airbags, automatic post-crash braking technology, power steering, ABS + EBD, ESP, a pair of power windows, climate control, audio preparation and much more. In addition, a wide range of equipment is available for it, in particular adaptive suspension, LED headlights head light, an advanced multimedia complex, 18-inch light-alloy "rollers" and more.
The new German van Volkswagen T6 is officially presented on April 15, 2015 in the Dutch Amsterdam. The new generation of Volkswagen's super popular T6 van will be produced in three different versions: Volkswagen Transporter T6, Volkswagen multivan T6 and Volkswagen Caravelle T6. Price in Germany, a commercial van Volkswagen Transporter T6 starts at € 23,035, the cost of a passenger Volkswagen versions Multivan T6 will start at 29952 euros. Start of sales of the newest Volkswagen T6 2015-2016 model year in Russia is scheduled for early autumn, it is too early to talk about prices.
German van Volkswagen Transporter legendary car, in terms of importance and world popularity, the model is on a par with, and. It's no joke, the history of the model has 65 years, for which more than 20 have been sold !!! millions of predecessors of the new generation of the German van. And the beginning of a successful path was laid by the first generation of the model - the Volkswagen Type 2 Transporter (T1) in 1950. Then in 1967 the debut of the second generation - Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) - took place. It was replaced in 1979 by a third-generation van - Volkswagen T3, sold under the names Transporter, Caravelle, T25, Microbus, Vanagon. Interestingly, the first three generations of the van were with rear-mounted engine and drive on rear wheels. A new story models in 1990 opened the Volkswagen Transporter T4 with a front engine (front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive), the fifth generation Volkswagen The T5 (Transporter, Multivan, Caravelle) went into series production in the spring of 2003, and in more than 11 years has been produced in an amount close to 2 million.
The long life path of the model simply obliges the new Volkswagen T6 2015-2016 to be successful and popular, but ... success and popularity are based on the traditions of previous generations, which is why there is no need to talk about any experiments with the appearance of the novelty. The exterior design of the body of the new Volkswagen T6 as a whole repeats the exterior design of the previous 5th generation of the van, but with modern details and notes in design.
Undoubtedly, the new Volkswagen T6 (see photos and video), on the one hand, began to look more modern, stylish and respectable, and on the other hand, it demonstrates the familiar shapes and proportions of its predecessors - Volkswagen Transporter T4 and Volkswagen Transporter T5. The German manufacturer once again proves its loyalty to tradition and is careful about design changes. From generation to generation, all Volkswagen AG models only evolve, keeping the look familiar to customers.
And although the body of the new generation of the German van Volkswagen T6 does not amaze with new design solutions, but in technical stuffing- an abundance of state-of-the-art security systems and advanced electronic assistants. At the heart of the new Volkswagen Transporter T6 is an upgraded platform of the previous generation T5, supplemented by an adaptive Dynamic Control Cruise chassis (three settings modes - comfortable, normal and sporty), adaptive cruise control, an automatic braking system at city speed, smart headlights that independently switch from high beam to the neighbor when detecting oncoming vehicle, an assistant when descending a hill (offered for an additional charge for versions of a van with four-wheel drive), systems that control the degree of driver's fatigue and amplify his voice to communicate with passengers when there is increased noise in the cabin (broadcast from the speakers of the audio system).
Large, comfortable and comfortable salon The new Volkswagen T6 pleases with high-quality materials, neat assembly and excellent ergonomics. Available compact multifunctional wheel, a highly informative instrument panel with a color multifunctional screen, a modern front panel with many compartments and shelves for small items, as standard multimedia system with a color touchscreen 6.33-inch screen (music, navigation, Bluetooth, SD card slot), tailgate with a door closer (equipped with an electric drive for an additional charge).
The hood of the new Volkswagen T 6 provides for the installation of a 2.0-liter EA288 Nutz diesel engine (four boost options) or a 2.0-liter gasoline engine (two power options). All motors are standardly equipped with a start-stop system and consume an average of 15% less fuel than motors installed on previous generation van model T5.
- Versions diesel Volkswagen T6 2015-2016: 2.0 TDI (84 hp), 2.0 TDI (102 hp), 2.0 TDI (150 hp) and 2.0 TDI (204 hp).
- Gasoline Volkswagen modifications T6: 2.0 TSI (150 hp) and 2.0 TSI (204 hp).
To help the motors, 5 manual transmissions, 6 manual transmissions and a robotic 7 DSG.
New Volkswagen T6 2015-2016 video
Volkswagen T6 2015-2016 photo
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