Volkswagen Crafter 2017– car dimensions: 5986 mm long, 2040 mm wide and 2355 mm high. Apple CarPlay is standard.
The cabin features a standard 10.4-inch Composition Colour touchscreen with App-Connect for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, plus Bluetooth and USB-C ports. Manual Climatic air conditioning is standard. Cruise control with speed limiter is fitted on higher grades. Front and rear parking sensors plus a rear-view camera are standard on panel vans. Front Assist automatic emergency braking is standard across the range. Lane keeping assist is standard on current models. Blind spot monitoring comes in optional assistance packages. Digital cockpit and multi-function steering wheel support daily driving.
Cargo volume ranges from 9300 to 18400 litres depending on wheelbase and roof height. Medium wheelbase takes four Euro pallets. long wheelbase takes six. Wide side sliding door opens 1311 mm. Front-wheel drive versions have a 100 mm lower load sill for easier loading.
Unbraked towing is 750 kg. Braked towing reaches 2500-3500 kg on most 3.0-3.5 t models and up to 3500 kg or higher on 5.0 t variants, depending on engine and drivetrain. Payload varies by GVM, length and options, typically 1000-1500 kg on 3.5 t vans and over 2200 kg on 5.0 t models.
Heavy-duty suspension with stabilisers is optional. The van suits daily work with multiple lashing points, optional wooden floor and bodybuilder preparation. Front, rear or 4MOTION drive covers different load and traction needs.
The cabin uses durable soft-touch materials and feels solid with car-like quality. Standard or grade-dependent Comfort Plus driver seat offers height, longitudinal, backrest and cushion angle adjustment plus electric 4-way lumbar and dual armrests. Optional ergoComfort or ergoActive suspension seats add multi-way adjustment, weight-sensitive damping and massage for reduced fatigue on long hauls. Climatic manual air-con is common with optional dual zones or rear evaporators. Digital cockpit and 10.4-inch touchscreen sit ahead with multi-function steering wheel, overhead storage, cup holders and multiple USB-C or 12V points. Heated front seats and leather multi-function wheel appear on higher grades or as options. Heat-insulating laminated windscreen is typical.
2.0 TDI diesel engines from around 103-130 kW with manual or 8-speed auto and FWD/RWD/4MOTION options
Variable service intervals up to 30 000 miles or 15 000-20 000 km / 12 months depending on market and use
Euro NCAP commercial van safety assist rating Silver or Bronze around 40 percent
Standard Front Assist AEB with post-collision braking, Crosswind Assist, ESP, ABS, TCS, hill hold and driver/passenger airbags
Fuel comes from efficient 2.0-litre TDI diesels with stop-start. Combined figures sit in the high 20s to low 30s mpg or around 9-10 l/100 km range by power, transmission and drive layout. AdBlue tank is typically 18 litres.
Servicing uses variable intervals based on onboard monitoring. Maximum can reach 30 000 miles with oil changes often recommended sooner around 12 000 miles. Markets list 15 000 km or 20 000 km annual checks. Warranty is commonly three years unlimited mileage.
Safety kit centres on electromechanical steering that enables advanced aids. Front Assist with autonomous emergency braking for vehicles pedestrians and cyclists plus Automatic Post-Collision Braking and Crosswind Assist are standard. ESP ABS TCS EDL hill hold and driver alert come fitted. Side curtain airbags lane assist adaptive cruise and Travel Assist are optional or grade-dependent. Euro NCAP commercial van tests give Silver or Bronze for assist performance.
The van is built for high residual value and low maintenance costs with durable construction and load securing points. Regular checks keep it reliable for commercial use.
Length 5986 mm, Width 2040 mm, Height 2355 mm, Wheelbase 3640 mm (Crafter 2017-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Volkswagen Crafter brochures, ZA MY2026, AU, UK panel van) and Parkers.co.uk 2017-on dimensions page, weights from AU brochure.