Van SWB TDI 125kW FWD
$58,590 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L TDI turbo diesel
- Power
- 125 kW
- Drive
- FWD
Entry new-generation Transporter
Volkswagen
2026 Volkswagen Transporter
Mid-size van
On sale nowDiesel
From $58,590 plus on-road costs
The seventh-generation Transporter shares its bones with Ford's Transit Custom and comes as a 125 kW diesel auto in front or all-wheel drive.
From$58,590+ORC
Engine2.0L TDI turbo diesel
Power125 to 210 kW
Seats3
Towingup to 2,800 kgbraked
Warranty5 yrs/unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Transporter yet. On paper, VW AU is running a drive-away offer on the MY25 Transporter Van SWB TDI125kW FWD from $60,990 (no end date shown). A plug-in hybrid and the Crewvan and dual-cab versions were flagged for 2026 and are not covered here. Options include Matrix LED headlights ($2,590), a digital rear-view mirror with dashcam ($1,990) and surround camera ($690).
Why consider it
- 4MOTION AWD with 2,800 kg towing, plus a 13-inch screen and 12-inch digital cluster as standard.
What to know
- Payload tops out near 1,062 kg in the diesel and 806 kg in the EV, below some rivals.
Who it suits
Trades and small business owners who want VW badge and dealer support in a mid-size van, especially those who need 4MOTION AWD and 2.8 tonne towing.
Towing
up to 2,800 kg braked
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.2.0L TDI turbo diesel
Powertrain
125 to 210 kW, 390 to 415 Nm
5 yrs/unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
6 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van SWB TDI 125kW FWD | $58,590 +ORC | 2.0L TDI turbo diesel | 125 kW | FWD | Entry new-generation Transporter |
| Van LWB TDI 125kW FWD | $60,590 +ORC | 2.0L TDI turbo diesel | 125 kW | FWD | 400 mm longer for more cargo space |
| Van SWB TDI 125kW 4MOTION | $62,590 +ORC | 2.0L TDI turbo diesel | 125 kW | AWD | All-wheel drive and 2.8 tonne towing |
| Van LWB TDI 125kW 4MOTION | $64,590 +ORC | 2.0L TDI turbo diesel | 125 kW | AWD | Long wheelbase with all-wheel drive |
| e-Transporter SWB | $83,590 +ORC | Rear electric motor | 210 kW | RWD | First fully electric Transporter |
| e-Transporter LWB | $85,590 +ORC | Rear electric motor | 210 kW | RWD | Long wheelbase electric |
Van LWB TDI 125kW FWD
$60,590 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L TDI turbo diesel
- Power
- 125 kW
- Drive
- FWD
400 mm longer for more cargo space
Van SWB TDI 125kW 4MOTION
$62,590 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L TDI turbo diesel
- Power
- 125 kW
- Drive
- AWD
All-wheel drive and 2.8 tonne towing
Van LWB TDI 125kW 4MOTION
$64,590 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L TDI turbo diesel
- Power
- 125 kW
- Drive
- AWD
Long wheelbase with all-wheel drive
e-Transporter SWB
$83,590 +ORC
- Engine
- Rear electric motor
- Power
- 210 kW
- Drive
- RWD
First fully electric Transporter
e-Transporter LWB
$85,590 +ORC
- Engine
- Rear electric motor
- Power
- 210 kW
- Drive
- RWD
Long wheelbase electric
Practicality and safety
3 seats
Seating
Not ANCAP rated
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
FWD or AWD or RWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want the cheaper equivalent. The Transit Custom shares the platform, lists for less, and offers a plug-in hybrid now.
Frequently asked questions
The Volkswagen Transporter in full
The seventh-generation Transporter shares its bones with Ford's Transit Custom and comes as a 125 kW diesel auto in front or all-wheel drive. There is also the fully electric e-Transporter with 210 kW and a 64 kWh battery. The manual and the base engine are gone, so it starts higher than the old T6.1 at $58,590 before on-road costs.
From$58,590+ORC
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