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VW Crafter carves a place |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 10 January 2007 |
Following two generations of LT van series, its replacement, the VW was
introduced to the Irish market in the autumn of 2006. The Crafter is
the largest van in the VW range. It was designed and built to meet the
ever-increasing demands of a modern load carrier.
It comes with a choice of four five-cylinder engines, delivering 88,
109, 136 or 163 PS. Each offers the twin benefits of fuel efficiency
and low emissions. A six-speed manual gearbox is fitted as standard,
although an automated manual transmission will be optional.
Just
as the Transporter brought car-like standards of ride, noise levels and
refinement to the van market, the Crafter also moves the benchmark
upwards for larger vans. The spacious cabin is ergonomically designed
for comfortable and safe driving. Features include a dash-mounted gear
lever, excellent storage space and a driver's airbag fitted as
standard.
The three wheelbases, four load compartment lengths
and three roof heights highlight the Crafter's versatility, which is
further enhanced by its availability as a panel van, chassis cab and
double cab van. The Crafter has a maximum load capacity of 17 cubic
metres, allowing the five tonne panel van to carry a weight of
approximately 2,670 kg.
Visually more striking than its
predecessor with strong lines, vertical clear glass headlights and
robust side protection strips, the Crafter has a distinctive appearance
and strong road presence.
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