What is the Volkswagen LT?
The Volkswagen LT was a light commercial van for carrying goods, passengers or specialist equipment. Its second generation, Typ 2D, arrived in 1996 and ran through 2006. Developed with Daimler-Benz, it shared its basic design with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
The LT was part of Volkswagen’s commercial vehicle range, built to handle work that called for a larger van. Different body styles and lengths made it adaptable to a range of uses.
Engines and power
The UK VCA figures cover diesel versions with engines from 2.5 to 2.8 litres. Listed power ranges from 61 kW (83 PS) to 116 kW (158 PS).
Fuel consumption and where it was sold
The lowest listed UK consumption is 9 L/100 km on the NEDC test. NEDC was the European procedure used for the period represented by these figures; it differs from the later WLTP procedure and from the EPA test in the United States or Canada’s 5-cycle test.
UK VCA figures cover 2002 to 2007 and include 28 versions. The second generation ran from 1996 to 2006.
Questions and answers
What was the Volkswagen LT?
It was a light commercial van available in different body styles for work and passenger transport.
When was the second-generation LT sold?
The Typ 2D second generation ran from 1996 to 2006.
Which engines and power outputs are listed for the UK?
The UK versions were diesel, with 2.5- to 2.8-litre engines producing 61 kW (83 PS) to 116 kW (158 PS).
What is the lowest listed UK fuel consumption?
It is 9 L/100 km on the NEDC test.