Volkswagen has taken a fairly conservative approach to the styling of its fifth generation front-wheel drive Transporter (introduced in Autumn 2003), but there is virtually no carry-over from its predecessor. Highlights include a dash-mounted gearstick and anti-lock brakes are fitted as standard.

No petrol engines are offered in the UK, but diesel fans are well catered for with a choice of four powerplants. All are unit injection and turbocharged, and there are two cubic capacities to choose from; four-cylinder 1.9-litre and five-cylinder 2.5-litre.

The former is available with either 86 bhp (147 lb/ft) or 104 bhp (184 lb/ft) on tap and the latter offers either 130 bhp (251 lb/ft) or 172 bhp (295 lb/ft).

All of these engines provide smooth power delivery and a good spread of torque. The 1.9s come with a five-speed manual gearbox, but the 2.5s benefit from a six-speeder for added flexibility.

Service intervals are set at 9,000 miles to 18,000 miles dependent on usage.

 
VERDICT 
This Transporter is arguably the best built van we have ever driven. There's a solid range of TDI engines, a comfortable and practical cab, and anti-lock brakes are standard.
 

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