It feels more like an MPV than a van inside. If you’ve got a family it’s a great way to combine the two, but don’t forget the company van tax
It’s also settled in the handling department and rides well on front strut-type, independent suspension, rear mini-block springs with telescopic shock absorbers.
The VW Transporter Kombi is well served for standard equipment with a list that includes Bluetooth, cruise control and rear parking sensors.
The Trendline spec test model has additions that include climate control, leather covered steering wheel, gear knob and gaiter, 16in alloys and front fog lights.
The rear seats can be folded or removed altogether if you need the space
There’s an impressive list of safety features too including ABS, EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme), EDL (Electronic Differential Lock), traction control and hill hold assist.
But how practical is it as a load carrier?
In terms of cargo space, the Kombi offers the versatility of a crew cab with the option to fold the rear seat row forward.
The load length with all seats in place is 1339mm. With seats folded this increases to 2353mm and the seats can also be removed altogether giving a maximum space load length of 2570mm.
What’s hot?
- It oozes style inside and out – such good looks can’t fail to do credit to your business.
The standard Kombi is well equipped and feels full of quality; it gets even better with the Trendline version
- Overall quality feel with an excellent cab, controls and instruments.
- Impressive list of standard equipment.
- Smooth, torquey engine.
- Three years/100,000-mile warranty.
- Added bonus of using the Kombi as civilised off-duty transport at weekends.
What’s not?
- Despite its stylish lines, it doesn’t beat the new Transit for up-to-the-minute looks.
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