The 2021 Volkswagen Crafter

February 25, 2021

Do you own and operate a small business? Are you thinking of stepping up to a large van for the first time?

You might be thinking of something familiar and car-like to drive with a practically large load bay. Functional and comfortable.

Welcome to the 2021 Volkswagen Crafter.

The Volkswagen Crafter chassis line-up offers 47 variants for light truck models, 32 van options and 4 variants of minibus. Did you ever imagine there would be over 80 versions of the new Volkswagen Crafter available to choose from?

You can choose from Startline, Trendline or Highline trim levels and also add numerous safety and comfort options.

The new Volkswagen Crafter is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine with 4 different power outputs – a 101bhp engine for the front-wheel drive model, a 121bhp for rear-wheel drive, a 138bhp on all models, and then the twin-turbocharged 174bhp on all models.

Now, let’s look at why Crafter is the sensible buy for any business owner.

Value for money

As we already know, the new Volkswagen Crafter can be configured in more than 80 different ways, and thus it has a broad price range like most of the VW commercial vehicles.

If you look at a single cab-chassis priced in the mid-range, it has an acoustic reverse warning, ladder holder with bulkhead, heavy-duty suspension and stabiliser bars among various other options. A 3-seat cabin layout, LED lighting, overhead storage, 8.0-inch touchscreen media with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth and steering adjustment standard.

Halogen headlights and DRLs, 16-inch silver steel wheels and an alloy drop-side tray are among the standard fit for its exteriors.

Given the features and capability this vehicle offers, it gives a lot of value for the price you pay. There’s a large variety of body types and drivetrains making the Crafter a powerful option for a business owner.

Design

Crafter has an adaptable design based on its drive models. FWD and AWD models have transverse-mounted engines and offer better load-in height. The RWD model has a north-south longitudinal engine and is a heavy-duty option.

The dynamic design philosophy allows buyers with specific needs to have more choices for configuring the vehicle.

Safety

The new Volkswagen Crafter comes with standard safety inclusions like “front assist with city emergency brake” or AEB, driver fatigue detection, multi-collision brake, hill hold assist, adaptive stability control, anti-lock braking and brake assist.

All models are fitted with 6 airbags, and optional safety features include adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping assist, reversing camera, parking assistance and trailer assistance among many others.

Final word

The new Volkswagen Crafter feels every bit as dynamic as a powerful car. If you don’t want it to feel like a van but need the space and size, the VW Crafter cab-chassis is an extremely practical option. It has a smooth, comfortable drive quality that only improves the more you load it.

With the vast amount of personalisation and customisation it offers, there’s no other work vehicle that can match up to the VW Crafter. Check what’s in stock and book a drive of your next work vehicle now.