• Transporter, Caravelle and Multivan model ranges revealed
• Van models available for delivery from November
• Passenger models available for delivery from November
• Recommended retail pricing (RRP) attached

Sydney – Volkswagen Australia is pleased to announce further details of its 6.1 generation of Transporter van and people movers. While the '6.1' nomenclature would suggest only a half-step from the previous T6 range, the raft of equipment, both standard and optional, is extensive. So too is the range of efficient drivetrains, transmissions and body styles on offer – a hallmark of one of the most versatile of automotive icons.  

While the arrival of new models and equipment is sure to attract new customers wanting to secure a piece of automotive history, the range of new standard safety equipment, the latest in infotainment tech and new styling, all 6.1 models are every bit a modern Volkswagen, while still retaining some of the classic charm and personality of the six-generations of Transporters and Kombis.

Across the whole range, 6.1 vehicles receive a plethora of standard safety and convenience technology. This includes Front Assist with City Emergency Brake (CEB), Crosswind Assist, Side Assist including blind spot monitoring and Rear Traffic Alert, Multi-collision brake and, in some models, the intuitive digital cockpit. In addition, the new range of vans and people movers continue to offer the convenience of Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity, a feature not offered even in some passenger vehicle marques.

In short, the 6.1 generation of vans and people movers promises more of what Volkswagen customers have come to expect: excellent choice, features and specifications; a raft of new technology and, of course, a comprehensive five-year/unlimited kilometer warranty with a range of flexible purchasing and servicing options.  

Transporter T6.1 Van Range

More than just a 'white box on wheels', the Transporter range stands for versatility, practicality and customization. With the arrival of the 6.1 generation of vehicles, the Transporter gains significant increases in standard technology, in line with the latest from Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles stablemates.

Transporter T6.1 Van Specifications

Engines/Wheelbase/Transmission:
Short wheelbase
TDI250 81kW – 5 Speed Manual
TDI340 110kW – 6 Speed Manual, 7 Speed DSG (Coming Q1 2021, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION)
TDI450 146kW – 7 Speed DSG, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION

Long wheelbase
TDI340 110kW – 6 Speed Manual, 7 Speed DSG (Coming Q1 2021, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION)
TDI450 146kW – 7 Speed DSG, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION

Exterior
H7 twin halogen headlights
Radiator grille with double chrome trim strip
Daytime running lights (DRL)
Sliding door, left
Lifting rear tailgate with window and wiper/washer
16-inch or 17-inch steel wheels
Full sized steel spare wheel
Grey bumpers with exterior door mirror housings and door handles in black

Interior
Dash panel with open stowage compartments, drink holders and lockable glovebox
Height-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, height and longitudinal adjustment
Cleverly thought out storage systems
Rubber flooring in the driver's compartment
"Double grid" cloth seat upholstery in Titanium Black
LED interior lighting with two reading lights in the roof console
Interior lighting with LED technology in load compartment

Functional Equipment
Electromechanical power steering
"Composition Colour" 6.5" radio system with USB/AUX/SD input and Bluetooth
2 USB-C ports and App-Connect
Cruise Control including speed limiter
Electronic immobiliser
Central locking with remote control
Power windows and heated electric folding exterior mirrors
Manually controlled air conditioning
Automatic headlights with rain sensing wipers and dimmable rear view mirror
Load compartment locking from cabin/remote
Six lashing eyes (eight for long wheelbase)

Driver Assistance Systems
Front Assist with City Emergency Brake (CEB)
Crosswind Assist
Side Assist including Blind spot monitoring and Rear Traffic Alert
Driver Fatigue Detection
Hill-Start Assist
Multi-Collision Brake (MCB)
Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Anti-lock braking system and brake assist (ABS)
Driver & front passenger front and side/head airbags
Reverse Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera

Transporter 6.1 Crewvan Specifications
Engines/Wheelbase/Transmission:

Short wheelbase
TDI340 110kW –7 Speed DSG (Coming Q1 2021, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION)
Long wheelbase
TDI340 110kW –7 Speed DSG (Coming Q1 2021, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION)

Exterior
H7 twin halogen headlights
Radiator grille with double chrome trim strip
Daytime running lights (DRL)
Sliding door, left and right with sliding windows
Lifting rear tailgate with window and wiper/washer
16-inch steel wheels
Full sized steel spare wheel
Grey bumpers with exterior door mirror housings and door handles in black

Interior
Dash panel with open stowage compartments, drink holders and lockable glovebox
3-seater bench seat in second row, folding and tipping, removable. Includes ISOFIX and top tether child seat anchors for the outer seats of the bench seat
Height-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, height and longitudinal adjustment
Cleverly thought out storage system
Rubber flooring in the driver's compartment and load compartment
"Double grid" cloth seat upholstery in Titanium Black
LED interior lighting with two reading lights in the roof console
Interior lighting with LED technology in load compartment

Functional Equipment
 Electromechanical power steering
"Composition Colour" 6.5" radio system with USB/AUX/SD input and Bluetooth
2 USB-C ports and App-Connect~
Cruise Control including speed limiter
Electronic immobiliser
Central locking with remote control
Power windows and heated electric folding exterior mirrors
Manually controlled air conditioning
Automatic headlights with rain sensing wipers and dimmable rear view mirror
Load/passenger compartment locking from cabin/remote
Six lashing eyes (eight for long wheelbase)

Driver Assistance Systems
Front Assist with City Emergency Brake (CEB)
Crosswind Assist
Side Assist with Rear Traffic Alert
Driver Fatigue Detection
Hill-Start Assist
Multi-Collision Brake (MCB)
Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Anti-lock braking system and brake assist (ABS)
Driver & front passenger front and side/head airbags
Reverse Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera

Transporter 6.1 Cab Chassis with alloy tray Specifications
Engines/Wheelbase/Transmission:
Long wheelbase
TDI450 145kW – 7 Speed DSG, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION

Exterior
H7 twin halogen headlights
Radiator grille with double chrome trim strip
Daytime running lights (DRL)
Aluminium factory fitted tray with folding dropsides, safety latches and a fold-out step on the tailboard
 Recessed lashing eyes into the platform: Single Cab (8), Dual Cab (6)
17-inch steel wheels
 Full sized steel spare wheel
Grey bumpers with exterior door mirror housings and door handles in black

Interior
Dash panel with open stowage compartments, drink holders and lockable glovebox
Height-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, height and longitudinal adjustment
Cleverly thought out storage system
Rubber flooring in the driver's compartment
"Double grid" cloth seat upholstery in Titanium Black
LED interior lighting with two reading lights in the roof console

Functional Equipment
Electromechanical power steering
"Composition Colour" 6.5" radio system with USB/AUX/SD input and Bluetooth
2USB-C ports and App-Connect~
Cruise Control including speed limiter
Electronic immobiliser
Central locking with remote control
Power windows and heated electric folding exterior mirrors
Manually controlled air conditioning
Automatic headlights with rain sensing wipers and dimmable rear view mirror

Driver Assistance Systems
Front Assist with City Emergency Brake (CEB)
Driver Fatigue Detection
Hill-Start Assist
Multi-Collision Brake (MCB)
Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Anti-lock braking system and brake assist (ABS)
Driver & front passenger front and side/head airbags

Caravelle Trendline LWB TDI340 7sp DSG

A popular family workhorse and dependable business partner, the nine-seat, long wheelbase Caravelle offers the most seating capacity of the mainstream T6.1 range, and in its updated, standalone Trendline guise, also benefits from a range of key updates.

Caravelle 6.1 Specifications

Variant/Engines/Wheelbase/Transmission:
Long wheelbase
Trendline: TDI340 110kW– 7 Speed DSG

Design
16-inch 'Clayton' alloy wheels
H7 halogen headlights
Front and rear bumpers in body colour
Radiator grille with two chrome trim strips
Body colour bumpers, exterior mirror housing and door handles
Electrically adjustable, heated and folding exterior mirrors
Chrome-coloured "Caravelle" badge next to the side turn signals

Cockpit
Dash panel with open stowage compartments, drink holders and lockable glove box
Height adjust and lumbar support for driver & passenger front seats, height and longitudinal adjustment
Carpeted floor
LED interior lighting with two reading lights in the roof console
"Quadratic" cloth seat upholstery in Titanium Black
Sun visors with vanity mirrors

Infotainment and connectivity
"Composition Colour" 6.5" radio system with USB/AUX/SD input, Bluetooth and four loudspeakers
2 USB-C ports, App-Connect~

Passenger compartment
Sliding door left and right with sliding windows
Power latching for sliding doors
2-seater bench seat, 2nd row, with child seat anchors
2-seater bench seat, 3rd row, with child seat anchors
3-seater bench seat, 4th row
LED interior lighting

Luggage compartment
Lifting tailgate with rear heated window and wiper
Power latching tailgate

Air conditioning and sun protection
"Climatronic" 3-zone air conditioning system
Sun blinds in passenger compartment
Heat-insulating windows

Driver assistance systems
Electromechanical steering
Driver Fatigue Detection
Cross Wind Assist
Electronic Stability Programme with brake assist system, ABS, traction control system, electronic differential lock and Hill Start Assist
Daytime running lights
Automatic headlights with rain-sensing wipers
Front Assist with City Emergency Brake (CEB)
Side Assist with Rear Traffic Alert
Multi Collision Braking System (MCB)
Front & rear Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera
Electric childproof lock

The Multivan Range
As the volume seller in the Transporter passenger vehicle range, the Multivan offers a range of layouts and features for a variety of purposes. Each variant gives customers a selection of drivetrains, wheelbase configurations and premium appointments, suiting families to high-end executive limousine services.

Multivan 6.1 Specifications
Variants/Engines/Wheelbase/Transmission:

Short wheelbase
Comfortline Premium: TDI340 110kW – 7 Speed DSG, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION
Highline: TDI450 146kW– 7 Speed DSG, 7 Speed DSG 4MOTION
Long wheelbase
Comfortline Exec: TDI450 146kW– 7 Speed DSG

Comfortline Premium standard equipment
Design
 17-inch 'Devonport' alloy wheels
H7 halogen headlights
Front and rear bumpers in body colour
Radiator grille with two chrome trim strips
Body colour bumpers, exterior mirror housing and door handles
Electrically adjustable, heated and folding exterior mirrors
Chrome-coloured "Multivan" badge next to the side turn signals

Cockpit
Dash panel with open stowage compartments, drink holders and lockable glove box
Height adjust and lumbar support for driver & passenger front seats, height and longitudinal adjustment, arm rests
Carpeted floor
LED interior lighting with two reading lights in the roof console
"Circuit" cloth seat upholstery in Titanium Black
Sun visors with vanity mirrors

Infotainment and connectivity
 "Discovery Media" 8" navigation system with colour touch display USB/AUX/SD input, Bluetooth and six loudspeakers
2 USB-C ports, wireless App-Connect~

Passenger compartment
Electric sliding door left and right with sliding windows
2 rotatable seats in the 2nd row with ISOFIX and top tether child seat mounting points and top tethers
3-seater bench with reclining seat mechanism and storage compartment, movable, in 3rd row
LED interior lighting

Luggage compartment
Lifting tailgate with rear heated window and wiper
Power latching tailgate

Air conditioning and sun protection
"Climatronic" 3-zone air conditioning system
Sun blinds in passenger compartment
Heat-insulating windows

Driver assistance systems
Electromechanical steering
Driver Fatigue Detection
Cross Wind Assist
Electronic Stability Programme with brake assist system, ABS, traction control system, electronic differential lock and Hill Start Assist
Daytime running lights
Automatic headlights with rain-sensing wipers
Front Assist with City Emergency Brake (CEB) and Adaptive Cruise Control
Side Assist with Rear Traffic Alert
Lane Keep Assist
Multi Collision Braking System (MCB)
Front & rear Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera
Electric childproof lock

The Transporter, Caravelle and Multivan 6.1 generation of vehicles are available to order now through Volkswagen's national dealer network and online from Monday 10 August, with vehicles arriving in Australia from November.

Model pricing detailed in attached document with this release.