All the best bits of the Volkswagen Transporter 6.1 for all you VW geeks — with love from us Summit Drive nerds. We hope you like bullet points.
Stunner on the Outside
In the realm of vehicles, looks matter. They always have and always will. That’s why the latest iteration of the VW Transporter is the glow-up we didn’t know we needed. An aggressive grille, high-intensity headlights, and optional LED tail-lights give serious street energy no matter where you’re at. Oh, and those fresh alloys play right into our van-ity.
Key bits:
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Available in all the colours of the rainbow (apart from the ghastly ones)
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Redesigned front fascia and bumper detailing
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Optional full LED lighting package
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Load length up to 2,975 mm (LWB)
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Load height up to 1,410 mm
Beauty on the Inside
Slide into the driver’s seat and it’s part van, part tech lounge. VW’s updated cockpit brings comfort and connectivity that means you’ll likely spend more time here than in your own home.
The lowdown:
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10.25-inch Digital Cockpit with customisable displays
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8-inch Discover Media or 9.2-inch Discover Pro infotainment touchscreen
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Integrated eSIM card for constant online connectivity
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Access to “Volkswagen We” connected services, online radio, and streaming
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Wireless App-Connect for seamless smartphone integration (no more cable chaos)
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USB-C ports, LED interior lighting, and 230V power outlet
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Electric 4-way lumbar support for the driver’s seat
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Under-seat load-through extends load length from 2.45 m → 2.8 m
Under the Hood
You’ll be pleased to see the tried-and-tested 2.0-litre TDI engine is still in place. A familiar friend. Proven to be reliable and robust whether you’re hauling tools or tackling the motorway. Refined efficiency and Euro-6d-TEMP-EVAP compliance complete the engine overview.
The nitty-gritty:
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2.0-litre TDI engines ranging from 90 PS to 204 PS
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Choice of 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic
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Front-wheel drive standard; 4MOTION all-wheel drive optional
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Payload: up to 1.28 tonnes
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Towing capacity: up to 2.8 tonnes
Don’t Be a Technophobe
Instead, embrace AI. Invite the robots in. The Transporter 6.1’s new electromechanical power steering unlocks a suite of advanced driver assistance systems that make every drive smarter… and safer.
Tech highlights:
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Lane Assist keeps you neatly between the lines
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Park Assist steers automatically into tight spaces
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Crosswind Assist helps stability in gusty conditions
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Trailer Assist simplifies reversing with a trailer
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Rear View Camera
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eCall emergency system automatically alerts rescue services after a collision
Even More Safety & Security
Serve the driver. Protect the cargo. Uphold the drive.
Spotlight on:
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Front Assist with City Emergency Braking
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Side Protection system (detects obstacles during manoeuvres)
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Anti-theft alarm with interior monitoring & tow-away protection
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Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
Capacity for More
Big jobs, bulky kit, or a weekend’s worth of mountain bikes — the Transporter 6.1 can swallow it all. New design tweaks even add under-seat load-through functionality, making it more practical than ever.
Key stats:
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Load volume: up to 6.8 m³
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Carries up to three Euro pallets in LWB versions
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Load floor length: up to 2.97 m
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More lockable storage in the redesigned cab
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Optional double cab pick-up, panel van, or kombi versions
The Van That Can
Still the benchmark. The VW Transporter is as stylish as it is capable — and it’s still a cultural icon. Today’s version keeps the VW spirit alive. Available now at Summit Drive with flexible lease deals.
