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Built for the toughest jobs.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles understands that time means money and that your business needs a vehicle that

you can rely on; a vehicle that can handle the pressures of doing business in the most f lexible and economical way. By

combining rugged versatility, cutting-edge engineering and a business-orientated approach, the Crafter is the ultimate

transport solution. Offering reliability, durability and versatility all rolled into one with the efficiency to match, the

Crafter is practically tailor-made for the South African terrain. Its robust nature can cope with the most taxing road

conditions and the fuel efficient and economically friendly TDI and BiTDI® engines make it perfectly suited to the

transportation demands of the typical South African business.

Take it all the first time.

Strong, versatile and reliable, the Crafter is your ultimate business partner. With its 100 litre fuel tank, rugged frame and

abundant loading capacity, the Crafter will deliver, no matter what. Boasting a loading capacity ranging between 9m3 and

17m3, the Crafter can handle any load thrown at it. With one of the longest loading spaces in its class of up to 4,7m, you’ll

never have to leave anything behind again. Loading and unloading from the back is made easy through two rear wing

doors or through the left-hand side 1,3m wide sliding door. For even more convenience, a sliding door is optional for the

right hand side as well. The f lexible and practical nature of the Crafter makes it suited to a variety of applications.

With a payload capacity of up to 2.5 tons and torque of up to 400Nm, even the heaviest loads feel light. The Crafter is

available in a 3,5 ton GVM version and a 5 ton GVM version. Choose between two wheelbases – 3,665m or 4,325m, three

body lengths and three different roof configurations. 14 different colours also mean that the Crafter can fit into your

business. So, no matter what your business or how tough the job, the Crafter offers the perfect solution to meet your

transportation requirements.

Built with perfection in mind.

The safest choice.

Every detail in the Crafter has been taken care of to ensure the comfort and safety of the driver and passengers. The cab

ergonomics have been enhanced to ensure higher levels of practicality and ease of use in order to support the crew in

their challenging work day.

Improvements include robust darker seat upholstery for ultimate durability, a revised instrument cluster and control

panel as well as plenty of storage compartments for a professional work space. The cab climate is easily controlled with

a fresh air ventilator including air recirculation and heating as standard. Other standard interior features include power

steering, heat-insulating glass, electric windows, radio preparation and door pockets. Optional features include radio/

CD player, semi-automatic “Climatic” air conditioning system, front reading lights, cruise control and a height/depth

adjustable steering wheel. All of these features have been built into the Crafter for your comfort and convenience, which

means that you’ll be more productive and able to give your business all the attention it deserves.

The Crafter sports the Volkswagen design DNA and features sleek lettering. With a broader radiator grille and the proud

emblem, the Crafter looks as professional as it is.

Safety is of utmost importance to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and that’s why the Crafter has been fitted with

innovative safety features designed to deliver all-round protection. Essential safety features such as ESP (Electronic

Stability Programme) combined with brake assist, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), TCS (Traction Control System),

and EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) are all standard in the Crafter. Whether you’re moving people, cargo or

both, the Crafter works hard to keep them safely and securely on the road with a driver airbag as standard, an optional

passenger air bag, three-point seat belts, remote controlled central locking and an optional anti-theft alarm. A full

partition made of metal without a window can also be found in the Crafter which securely separates the cab from the

freight in the load compartment. The Crafter has also been equipped with lashing eyes as standard so your load can be

secured using tie-down belts. The lashing eyes have a strong retention force of 500daN(kgs). There are 8 lashing eyes in

the medium wheelbase, 10 lashing eyes in the long wheelbase and 12 standard lashing eyes in the long wheelbase with

extended rear overhang version of the Crafter. Additionally, there are two foldable lashing eyes in the B-pillars.

With all of this at your disposal, buying the Crafter is truly one of the safest decisions you can make.

Protect the environment without compromising on performance.

Robust and reliable, the Crafter will deliver no matter what. Now available with optional BlueMotion technologies,

the Crafter boasts lower running costs, improved fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions. With an additional fuel

reduction of up to 1.6l/100km*, you can rest assured you’re contributing to a brighter tomorrow without compromising on

workload performance. Equipped with features such as Start-Stop system, energy management, regenerative braking and

cruise control, you can be certain that with the optional BlueMotion Technologies package you’ll be one step ahead of the rest.

*Fuel Consumption and Carbon Dioxide Emission FiguresThe figures reflected were obtained in accordance with prescribed uniform measuring standards (SANS 20101: 2006 / ECE R101: 2005 in their currently applicable versions) under laboratory type conditions. The measuring standards are stipulated by law. They do not apply to a specific vehicle and are provided to enable comparison between different vehicle models tested using the same uniform measuring standard. The values are accordingly not necessarily representative of real-life driving conditions. Factors such as driving style, vehicle load, road conditions, tyre size, traffic and ambient conditions may result in different fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emission levels to those achieved under the test parameters referred to above. More details are contained in the owner’s manual.

Save as you drive. For any business.

The success of a business depends on the bottom line and with the Crafter you get value for money right from day one.

Service intervals of 20 000kms will significantly lower running costs and the Crafter’s outstanding reliability will avoid

expensive downtime. Two new state-of-the-art diesel engines optimise fuel consumption and reduce wear and tear;

which makes it look as good on the balance sheet as it does on the road. The Crafter is backed by a 2-year unlimited

mileage warranty, including a 12-year anti-corrosion warranty - a real vote of confidence given the long distance demands

placed on commercial vehicles. Top quality workmanship and the long service life of the Crafter ensure a competitive

resale value, which means that it pays its way from the first to the last day. With its large loading capacity, increased

payload and efficient engines in the Crafter, economical transportation has never been easier.

The Crafter’s versatility and practicality extends further to its ease of conversion in order to meet a vast range of

industry applications. Whether it’s for Emergency Medical Services, Mobile Workshops/Offices/Homes, Travel and

Tourism, Off-road leisure, or the South African Taxi Industry, the Crafter is a revolutionary transport solution. A wide

variety of custom applications and conversions can be carried out after-market through your preferred body-builders

and converters. The visuals below are for illustration purposes only.

Our trusted reputation, experience and customer-centric approach permeate everything we do at Volkswagen

Commercial Vehicles and this extends to the financing of your Crafter. Volkswagen Financial Services and Volkswagen

sure are committed to financing and insuring every aspect of your commercial vehicle purchase. We know the

importance of efficiency, trust and convenience when buying and insuring your commercial vehicle. With Volkswagen

Financial Services and Volkswagensure, you can be assured of dedicated, experienced and knowledgeable professionals;

honest expert advice; uncompromising service and support every step of the way. Volkswagen Financial Services and

Volkswagensure are backed by the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brand and are affiliated with only the best financial

service providers: WesBank and Hollard. We understand your vehicle decision is a business decision and our team of

dedicated advisers will assist you throughout the vehicle financing and insuring process to ensure efficiency and get you

on the road and earning as quickly as possible. Committed to your satisfaction, our experienced professionals will help

you explore all your options, until you find the finance deal that best suits your business requirements and balance sheet.

Volkswagen Financial Services, a division of WesBank, a division of FirstRand Bank Limited. An authorised Financial Services and Credit Provider. NCRCP20

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Getting you on the road.

CommercialVehicles

Crafter 35

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van MWB

Crafter 35

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van MWB

Crafter 50

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van HR

LWB

Crafter 50

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van HR

LWB

Crafter 50

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van HR

XLWB*

Crafter 50

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van HR

XLWB*

Engine

Capacity (cm3) 1968 1968 1968 1968 1968 1968

Cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 4

Power output (kW @ r/min) 80 @ 3500 120 @ 3500 80 @ 3500 120 @ 3500 80 @ 3500 120 @ 3500

Torque (Nm @ r/min) 300 @ 1500 - 2250 400 @ 1800 300 @ 1500 - 2250 400 @ 1800 300 @ 1500 - 2250 400 @ 1800

Transmission

6-speed manual X X X X X X

Performance

Top speed (km/h) 145 160 135 154 135 154

Fuel Consumption (litres/100 km)*

Urban 11.1 10.1 11.7 10.5 11.7 10.5

Extra urban 8.8 7.8 8.9 8.0 8.9 8.0

Combined 9.6 8.6 9.9 8.9 9.9 8.9

CO2 emissions combined (g/km) 253 227 261 235 261 235

Running gear / suspension

Independent suspension, transversal leaf spring, anti-roll

stabiliser bar - frontX X X X X X

Rigid axle, longitudinal leaf springs, offset shock-absorbers,

anti-roll stabiliser bar - rearX X X X X X

Brakes

Disc brakes - front and rear X X X X X X

ESP (Electronic Stability Programme) with brake assistant X X X X X X

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) X X X X X X

TCS (Traction Control System) X X X X X X

EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution ) X X X X X X

Wheels / Tyres

Centre wheel covers X X X X X X

Steel wheels 16" X X X X X X

Tyres 235/65 R 16 X X - - - -

Tyres 195/75 R 16 (with twin tyres at rear) - - X X X X

Sparewheel same size as road wheel Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel

Dimensions / Capacities

Seats 3 3 3 3 3 3

Fuel tank (l ) 100 100 100 100 100 100

Length (mm) 5905 5905 6940 6940 7340 7340

Height (mm) 2415 2415 2755 2755 2755 2755

Width excl. mirrors (mm) 1993 1993 1993 1993 1993 1993

Wheel base (mm) 3665 3665 4325 4325 4325 4325

Track – front (mm) 1710 1710 1708 1708 1708 1708

Track – rear (mm) 1716 1716 1521 1521 1521 1521

Turning circle (m) 13.6 13.6 15.6 15.6 15.6 15.6

Ground clearance (mm) 176 176 176 176 176 176

Load compartment length (mm) 3265 3265 4300 4300 4700 4700

Load compartment width (mm) 1780 1780 1780 1780 1780 1780

Load compartment height (mm) 1650 1650 1940 1940 1940 1940

Load compartment width between wheelhouses (mm) 1350 1350 978 978 978 978

Load volume to roof – all seats in place (litres) 9000 9000 14000 14000 15500 15500

Sliding door aperture width (mm) 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300

Sliding door aperture height (mm) 1520 1520 1820 1820 1820 1820

Tailgate aperture width (mm) 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565 1565

Tailgate aperture height (mm) 1540 1540 1840 1840 1840 1840

Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) (kg) 3550 3550 5000 5000 5000 5000

Gross Combined Mass (GCM) (kg) 5550 5550 7000 7000 7000 7000

Trailer weight braked, 12% gradient (kg) 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000

Payload without driver (kg) 1565 1565 2533 2533 2486 2486

Unladen Mass without driver (kg) 1885 1885 2367 2367 2414 2414

Crafter 35

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van MWB

Crafter 35

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van MWB

Crafter 50

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van HR

LWB

Crafter 50

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van HR

LWB

Crafter 50

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van HR

XLWB*

Crafter 50

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van HR

XLWB*

Safety

Driver airbag X X X X X X

High level third brake light X X X X X X

Single tone horn X X X X X X

3-point automatic seatbelts Front Front Front Front Front Front

Height adjustable outer seatbelts Front Front Front Front Front Front

First aid kit and warning triangle X X X X X X

Wheel chock - - X X X X

Security

Immobiliser X X X X X X

Remote controlled central locking X X X X X X

Steering lock unbreakable X X X X X X

Seats

Height-adjustable head restraints X X X X X X

2-seater front passenger bench seat with storage compartment

and foldable tray in backrestX X X X X X

Wiper system

2-speed intermittent wipers X X X X X X

Interior Features

Radio preparation X X X X X X

2-speaker system X X X X X X

Power-steering X X X X X X

Electric window winders - front X X X X X X

Manually adjustable exterior mirrors X X X X X X

Rubber floor in cab X X X X X X

Lashing points for load restraint X X X X X X

Smoking package X X X X X X

Door pockets front X X X X X X

Interior lights X X X X X X

12-V socket in cab X X X X X X

Headlight-range adjustment X X X X X X

Exterior features

Sliding doors (without windows) Left only Left only Left only Left only Left only Left only

Wing doors at rear without windows X X X X X X

Rear fog light X X X X X X

Mud flaps Front and Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear

Glass

Windows with heat-insulating glass X X X X X X

Options

Passenger airbag O O O O O O

Air conditioner O O O O O O

Radio "RCD 2001" with CD drive O O O O O O

Anti-theft alarm O O O O O O

Cruise Control O O O O O O

Front reading lights O O O O O O

Height and depth adjustable steering wheel O O O O O O

Metallic paint O O O O O O

Fixed towbar (towing capacity max. 2.0t) with trailer stabilisation O O O O O O

Towbar preparation (towing capacity max. 2.0t) with trailer

stabilisationO O O O O O

Second sliding door O O O O O O

Single front passenger seat O O O O O O

Integrated front fog lights O O O O O O

Retarder preparation - - O O O O

CANbus interface O O O O O O

Engine and transmission guard O O O O O O

X = Standard, - = Not available, O = Optional * XLWB represents long wheelbase with extended rear overhang.

All features and options subject to change without notice.

*Fuel Consumption and Carbon Dioxide Emission FiguresThe figures reflected were obtained in accordance with prescribed uniform measuring standards (SANS 20101: 2006 / ECE R101: 2005 in their currently applicable versions) under laboratory type conditions. The measuring standards are stipulated by law. They do not apply to a specific vehicle and are provided to enable comparison between different vehicle models tested using the same uniform measuring standard. The values are accordingly not necessarily representative of real-life driving conditions. Factors such as driving style, vehicle load, road conditions, tyre size, traffic and ambient conditions may result in different fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emission levels to those achieved under the test parameters referred to above. More details are contained in the owner’s manual.

Crafter 35

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van MWB

Crafter 35

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van MWB

Crafter 50

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van HR

LWB

Crafter 50

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van HR

LWB

Crafter 50

2.0 TDI 80kW

Panel Van HR

XLWB*

Crafter 50

2.0 BiTDI® 120kW

Panel Van HR

XLWB*

Options (continued)

BlueMotion Technologies Package incl. Euro V engine

+ Start-Stop-System + Energy management and recuperation

+ Cruise control

O O O O O O

High Roof (load volume) O (10,500 litres) O (10,500 litres) X X X X

Super High Roof (load volume) O (11,500 litres) O (11,500 litres) O (15,500 litres) O (15,500 litres) O (17,000 litres) O (17,000 litres)

Rear doors opening 270 degrees O O O O O O

Deletion of driver partition O O O O O O

Guarantees

2-year/unlimited km warranty X X X X X X

20 000 km service intervals X X X X X X

12-year anti-corrosion warranty X X X X X X

Crafter 35 Panel Van with medium wheelbase and normal roof Crafter 35 Panel Van with medium wheelbase and high roof

Crafter 35 Panel Van with medium wheelbase and super-high roof Crafter 50 Panel Van with long wheelbase and high roof

Crafter 50 Panel Van with long wheelbase, overhang and super-high roof

Crafter 50 Panel Van with long wheelbase and super-high roof Crafter 50 Panel Van with long wheelbase, overhang and high roof

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4300

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1780

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1940

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4300

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4700

2426

725

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1940

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1780

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The vehicle drawings are not to scale.Because of manufacturing tolerance/tyre sizes, type of chassis, the actual dimensions may differ slightly from the values stated here.

This information was effective as at September 2013 and is subject to change without notice. Visit us at vw.co.za ©Volkswagen South Africa