As every business knows, the cheapest option isn't always the most cost-effective one. In the medium-sized Mercedes Vito and Vivaro-class van sector, this Transporter is a perfect example of that. There are certainly cheaper alternatives, but few of them can match this Volkswagen's build quality or its residual values. The Wolfsburg brand's strategy with this model has always been to provide 'the right van for every customer' and nothing's changed with this Generation 7 version, which remains very 'Volkswagen', despite its borrowed Ford design and engineering.
Volkswagen calls this model line an 'icon'; it's not quite that but the Transporter series is certainly the most enduring model line the commercial vehicle industry has ever seen - and a vehicle with a greater history of development than any other in its segment. A more spacious cargo bay and extra technology have built upon that legacy, cementing this T7 model's proposition in its sector and underlining this product's importance for potential business customers. It all means that, like the vehicle itself, this Volkswagen's market proposition remains as solid as ever.

Electromechanical speed sensitive power steering, height and longitudinally adjustable steering column

Driver and front passenger airbag with front passenger airbag deactivation

Electronic stability control, ABS, ASR with deactivation button, hill start assist and brake assist system

Anti theft alarm system with interior monitoring in cab, backup horn and towing protection

Single zone air conditioning system with manual control in cab

Power adjustable and separately heated exterior mirrors

Any aspect of the vehicles safety cause concern?

This vehicle is classed as a car for VED purposes

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Volkswagen Transporter T30 SWB

2.0 TDI 150 Commerce Plus Van