Volkswagen Multivan T4
The Volkswagen Multivan T4 (1990–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: T4 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,789–4,890 mm Traficom | 4,707–5,107 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm RDW | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,929–1,950 mm Traficom | 1,940–2,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,460–3,000 mm RDW | 2,920–3,320 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,504–2,280 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,604–2,380 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,390–3,000 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,500–2,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 600–750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 3–7 RDW | – |
| Doors | 3–4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 154–174 km/h RDW | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands). 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 | 60.9% (56.8–64.8) | 69.2% | 568 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 49.1% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 40.5% | 41.6% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 30.6% | 18.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 30.5% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 27.6% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 26.6% | 17.1% |
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 8 versions of the Volkswagen Multivan T4
United Kingdom 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–200388 bhp TDI · 2.5 TDI (88 bhp) | 2.5 L | 66 kW (89 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
| 2000–2003102 bhp TDI · 2.5 TDI (102 bhp) | 2.5 L | 76 kW (103 PS) | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 8.9 L/100 km NEDC | 240 g/km |
| 2000–2003102 bhp TDI · 2.5 TDI (102 bhp) | 2.5 L | 76 kW (103 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 219 g/km |
| 2001–20032.8 P V6 (204 bhp) · 2.8P V6 (204 bhp) | 2.8 L | 152 kW (207 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.2 L/100 km NEDC | 317 g/km |
| 2000–2001102 bhp TDI Syncro · 2.5 TDI (102 bhp) | 2.5 L | 76 kW (103 PS) | Diesel | – | 10.0 L/100 km NEDC | 270 g/km |
| 20012.5P (114 bhp) | 2.5 L | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.9 L/100 km NEDC | 310 g/km |
| 20012.5P (114 bhp) | 2.5 L | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 12.4 L/100 km NEDC | 298 g/km |
| 2000114 bhp | 2.5 L | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.9 L/100 km NEDC | 310 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.