The Volkswagen Kombi is one of the most iconic passenger cars, especially in South Africa with its long history of Kombis. Following in the footsteps of the Volkswagen T5, the T6 has now been launched in South Africa.
Volkswagen claims that the new range offers even more options than before. The range is made up, as before, of both short and long-wheelbase derivatives, passenger and commercial vehicles, while both a five- and six-speed manual gearboxes are on offer, as well as the seven-speed DSG transmission.
However, the engine range remains unchanged compared to the outgoing range. This means there is the option of the 2,0-litre TDI or the 2,0-litre BiTDI range. Power output will start at 75 kW/250 N.m. and increase to 132 kW/400 N.m.
Safety systems include electronic stability programme (ESP), air bags and electric seatbelt tensioners. New safety features on the T6 include a multi-collision braking system and a fatigue detection system on the Kombi and Caravelle.
The Kombi will be offered with two trim levels, Trendline and Comfortline, while the Caravelle is offered in Comfortline or Highline.
Retail prices (VAT and emissions tax included – only on passenger derivatives)
Transporter Pick-Up
2,0 TDI Single Cab Pick Up LWB 75kW R293 900
2,0 TDI Double Cab Pick Up LWB 75kW R332 800
2,0 BiTDI Double Cab Pick Up LWB 132kW R409 800
Transporter Panel Van
2,0 TDI Panel Van SWB 75kW R362 600
2,0 TDI Panel Van LWB 75kW R370 600
2,0 TDI Sport Van SWB DSG 103kW R432 600
Transporter Crew Bus
2,0 TDI Crew Bus SWB 75kW R421 100
2,0 TDI Crew Bus LWB 75kW R429 100
2,0 TDI Crew Bus LWB DSG 103kW R464 400
2,0 BiTDI Crew Bus SWB DSG 132kW R489 400
2,0 BiTDI Crew Bus SWB 4MOTION DSG 132kW R519 900
2,0 BiTDI Crew Bus LWB 4MOTION DSG 132kW R527 900
Kombi
2,0 TDI Kombi Trendline 75kW R481 800
2,0 TDI Kombi Trendline DSG 103kW R513 300
2,0 TDI Kombi Comfortline 103kW R566 400
2,0 TDI Kombi Comfortline DSG 103kW R583 900
2,0 TDI Kombi Comfortline LWB DSG 103kW R591 900
Caravelle
2,0 BiTDI Caravelle Comfortline DSG 132kW R738 300
2,0 BiTDI Caravelle Comfortline 4MOTION DSG 132kW R770 800
2,0 BiTDI Caravelle Highline DSG 132kW R816 300
2,0 BiTDI Caravelle Highline 4MOTION DSG 132kW R848 800
These prices include a 3-years/120 000 km manufacturer warranty and 5-years/60 000 km Automotion Maintenance Plan for the Kombi and Caravelle models. The Transporter models are offered with a 2-years/unlimited km manufacturer warranty and a 3-years/60 000 km Automotion Maintenance Plan.