The Volkswagen Transporter may not exactly be an epitome of style, but the point to be noted while gauging this magnificent accomplishment of engineering is its toughness that can easily withstand the test of time. This is especially true in their T5 range of Vans that are power packed and capable of carrying much weight. Maybe that is exactly the reason they have been popular right from the 1950s in their various versions that have seen quite a bit of alterations down the ages.
The T4 version of the Transporter that was launched in 1990 was well accepted by everyone. This resulted in a better and improved version, the T5 which has been rated highly by experts. With larger dimensions and a greater load bearing capacity than its predecessor, the T5 is one great improved package which provides a great feeling of physical space thereby resulting in more comfort and power too.
To attain any sort of reliability amidst stiff competition, commercial vehicles especially must have solid, reliable diesel engines. Volkswagen have chosen to continue with the existing direct injection configuration and resulting in the powerful TDI Pump Duse units which pumps fuel at high pressure directly into the cylinders resulting in a tremendous surge of power. The 1.9-litre engine is to be had in 85PS or 104PS versions and the 2.5-litre TDI engine is offered with an output of 130PS or 174PS. It also as an option of a 6-speed manual gearbox or a tiptronic style semi automatic transmission that is simply out of the world!
There is a general sturdiness about the Volkswagen T5 Transporter that is extremely suggestive of its dependability. The Volkswagen badge has always stood for solid, steadfast qualities, and this time too, it is no different. The styling, as mentioned earlier, may not be revolutionary or daring but it is even-handed, non-controversial, and pleasant in its own special way.
