Volkswagen LT second generation
The Volkswagen LT second generation (1996–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 28 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: Typ 2D · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,550–6,460 mm RDW | 4,835–6,803 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm RDW | 1,922–2,151 mm |
| Height | 2,350–2,570 mm Traficom | 2,160–2,600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,200–4,030 mm RDW | 3,000–4,025 mm |
| Front track | 1,615–1,631 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,630–1,646 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,970–2,750 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 2,070–2,850 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,590–3,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000–2,800 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2–9 RDW | – |
| Doors | 3–4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 105–139 km/h RDW | 100–160 km/h |
| Torque | 160–337 Nm ASTRA | 160–331 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 58.6% (57.8–59.3) | 69.2% | 17,626 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 61.3% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 48.5% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 42.2% | 28.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 31.6% | 17.1% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 27.5% | 18.6% |
| Tyres | 25.4% | 31.2% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 28 versions of the Volkswagen LT second generation
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United Kingdom 28 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–200783 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 61 kW (83 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
| 2006–200783 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.111 · 83 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 61 kW (83 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 257 g/km |
| 2006–200795 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 3.455 Option | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 2006–200795 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 3.727 | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 251 g/km |
| 2006–200795 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.111 Option · 95 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.375 Option | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
| 2006–200795 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.111 | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 2006–2007109 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 3.455 · 109 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 3.727 Option | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 2006–2007109 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 3.727 Option | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 251 g/km |
| 2006–2007109 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.375 Option | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
| 2006–2007109 PS TDI 2.5 Axle Ratio 4.111 | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 2006–2007158 PS TDI 2.8 Axle Ratio 3.727 | 2.8 L | 116 kW (158 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 10.2 L/100 km NEDC | 275 g/km |
| 20042.5 (83 PS) Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 61 kW (83 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
| 20042.5 (95 PS) Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 20042.5 (95 PS) Axle Ratio 4.455 | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 251 g/km |
| 20042.5 (95 PS) Axle Ratio 4.111 · 2.5 (95 PS) Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
| 20042.5 (95 PS) Axle Ratio 4.111 | 2.5 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 20042.5 (109 PS) Axle Ratio 3.455 · 2.5 (109 PS) Axle Ratio 3.727 | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 20042.5 (109 PS) Axle Ratio 3.727 | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 251 g/km |
| 20042.5 (109 PS) Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
| 20042.5 (109 PS) Axle Ratio 4.111 | 2.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 20042.8 (158 PS) TDI Axle Ratio 3.727 | 2.8 L | 116 kW (158 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 10.2 L/100 km NEDC | 246 g/km |
| 20042.8 (158 PS) TDI Axle Ratio 3.273 | 2.8 L | 116 kW (158 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 246 g/km |
| 2002–20032.5 (83 bhp) | 2.5 L | 62 kW (84 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 257 g/km |
| 2002–20032.5 (95 bhp) Axle Ratio 4.111 | 2.5 L | 71 kW (96 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 2002–20032.5 (95 bhp) Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 71 kW (96 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
| 2002–20032.5 (109 bhp) Axle Ratio 3.727 | 2.5 L | 81 kW (111 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 2002–20032.5 (109 bhp) Axle Ratio 4.111 | 2.5 L | 81 kW (111 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 2002–20032.5 (109 bhp) Axle Ratio 4.375 | 2.5 L | 81 kW (111 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 262 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.