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The Volkswagen T5 is the fifth generation of the German automaker’s, Type 5, Transporter Series – mid-size light-commercial-vehicles, Kombi’s, Caravelle’s, microbuses and passenger vans. Worldwide there are over one-hundred different variants and updated models: one of them being a Volkswagen T5 for sale.
What year did the VW T5 come out? It was first revealed in October of 2002 and went on sale in 2003 but here in South Africa the Microbus concept had been around since the 1980’s and is an icon of South African car culture. But of all the brilliant vehicles Volkswagen has manufactured – it is claimed that thanks to VW - we have today what we call the modern light commercial and leisure passenger mini-van or microbus - a legacy that extends as far back to the 1950’s.
However, the variety of VW T5 for sale is immense and come in a myriad of configurations: different trim-levels, engine-sizes, seating capacity, single-cab, double-cab, short wheel-base or long wheel-base as well as automatic and manual transmissions. All of which are popular among tour operators, shuttle services and a necessary requirement for large families. Nonetheless, let us help you choose the right preowned Volkswagen T5 to suit both your budget and your lifestyle needs?
How much is a Volkswagen T5? For a pre-owned Volkswagen T5 – prices stretch across a broad margin – from R99 999 to R999 999. If you are hoping to find a preowned Volkswagen T5 less than five-years old and perhaps with a bit of the warranty and service plan still intact – browse Surf4Cars for a T5 to suit your needs and your pocket.
What engine does the Volkswagen T5 have? Here in South Africa, the most likely engine size you will find is the 2.0l bi-turbodiesel engine. Intermittent with both the 1.9TDi and 2.5TDi turbodiesel engines. There was only one ever petrol-powered derivative - a 173kW, 3.2l, V6 engine that was mated to a 5-speed Tiptronic gearbox producing 315nm of torque – notorious as it was the same engine found in the famous VW Golf VR6 -nevertheless this model was discontinued in 2007. The powertrain and drivetrain with the most power and torque is the 132kW, 2.0 bi-turbodiesel i4-engine mated to a 7-speed Dual-clutch automatic transmission puts down 400nm of torque. But only the top of the range Volkswagen T5 Highline model boasts Volkswagen’s 4Motion all-wheel-drive system.
Regardless of the T5’s engine output – performance is always matched by both fuel-efficiency and reliability.
How many seats does the Volkswagen T5 have? Five, six, seven, eight, nine and eleven – but there is more. The Volkswagen T5’s second row of seats can be inverted to face the rear in a limousine or conference style setting - this unique feature is limited to the Comfortline and Highline models.
Where can I buy a Volkswagen T5 near me? Check-out our Surf4cars Volkswagen menu page, next to each picture of a VW T5 for sale - you will see the name of the dealership as well as the area and province. That means across the country you will find a preowned Volkswagen T5 for sale.