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.

Transporter's handling is safe and responsive, and the ride
quality is well up to standard.

The cab has been completely redesigned, but remains fairly
slab-like in appearance. It does, however, provide an array of storage areas apart from the deep glovebox and the large door bins.

The driving position is excellent thanks to a multi-adjustable seat and an adjustable steering column.

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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