2008 Volkswagen Transporter

    Used from

    $29,490 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    N/A

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year, 100,000 km

    Fuel Efficiency

    6.1 - 13.5 L / 100km

    About the Volkswagen Transporter

    The 2008 Volkswagen Transporter is a Van under 3.5t offered in 4D panel van, double cab chassis and 4D combi body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $29,490 for the Base variant and topping out at $49,590 for the Base.

    There is 1 variant of the Transporter available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2007.

    Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (85kW/170Nm), 1.9L turbo diesel direct injection (75kW/250Nm), 2.5L turbo diesel direct injection (128kW/400Nm) and 3.2L multi-point injection (173kW/315Nm). Available with 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.

    The 2008 Transporter was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    34.8 - 97.73 kW/t
    34.8 kW/t
    97.73 kW/t
    Boot Space
    No Data
    Fuel Efficiency
    8.13 - 13.51 L/100km
    7.87 L/100km
    13.51 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    1,098 km
    1,139 km
    Price
    $29,490 - $49,590
    $20,990
    $57,990
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    31 years
    1 year
    31 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

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    2008 Volkswagen Transporter Specs

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    Base

    • Antenna
      • Type: Element
    • Audio system
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bulkhead
      • Window
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Black
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Pop Out
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Black
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Floor covering
      • Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/rubber
    • Front seat
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Hooks
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear side windows
      • Type: Fixed
    • Rear window
      • Rear Window Demister
      • Wipers: Constant
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Seating Configuration: 2+0
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 2
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 144
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: 100,000 Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: 100,000 Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: 100,000 Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Variable
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    2008 Volkswagen Transporter Dimensions

    1964mm
    1904mm
    4890mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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    2008 Volkswagen Transporter Fuel Economy

    There are 10 different fuel economy figures for the Volkswagen Transporter

    The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Transporter is the Base with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.9L TURBO DIESEL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 6.1L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The Volkswagen Transporter that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.2L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 13.5L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    Below is a table of all the Volkswagen Transporter variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    Volkswagen TransporterFuel TypeCombined
    2.0L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded11.0 L/100km
    1.9L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.3 L/100km
    1.9L, 5-speed manual, Double Cab Chassis, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.3 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.9 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWDDiesel10.1 L/100km
    3.2L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Panel Van, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded13.5 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, Double Cab Chassis, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.9 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, Double Cab Chassis, Diesel, FWDDiesel10.1 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, Double Cab Chassis, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.7 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, Double Cab Chassis, Diesel, FWDDiesel9.9 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, Double Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4Diesel9.7 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWDDiesel9.9 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, 4x4Diesel9.7 L/100km
    1.9L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWDDiesel6.1 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.7 L/100km
    1.9L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Combi, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.3 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Combi, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.7 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Combi, Diesel, FWDDiesel9.9 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Combi, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.9 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Combi, Diesel, FWDDiesel10.1 L/100km
    2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Combi, Diesel, 4x4Diesel9.7 L/100km
    1.9L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Combi, Diesel, FWDDiesel8.1 L/100km
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    2008 Volkswagen Transporter Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Volkswagen Transporter?

    The Volkswagen Transporter offers a 3 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

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    Volkswagen Transporter FAQs

    The cheapest Volkswagen Transporter is the Base that starts from $29,490.

    The most expensive Volkswagen Transporter is the Base that starts from $49,590.

    The best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Transporter is offered by the Base which can tow 2500 kg

    The largest Volkswagen Transporter is the Base which measures 1904mm wide, 5290mm in length and sits 2470mm tall.

    The most powerful Volkswagen Transporter is the Base which has 173kW of power from its 3.2L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The Volkswagen Transporter is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Volkswagen Transporter is the Base which weighs 3000 kg (kerb weight).

    The Volkswagen Transporter may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes premium unleaded or diesel.