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Volkswagen Transporter
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As pick of the crop of vans launched in 2003, the Transporter scooped International Van of the Year for 2004. Transporter pushes Vivaro clones very close lor leadership in the small panel van class thanks to a combination of rugged good looks, durable build quality and excellent power train. New 174hp rating of five-cylinder turbo-diesel makes it the most powerful van engine on the market and with 400Nm of torque it has the grunt normally reserved for 7.5-tonners. More modest power options of 86 and 104hp come from a 1.9litre four-cylinder engine, while the 130hp version uses the five-pot.
UK versions have Iwo wheelbase options, three roof heights and gross weights range from 2.8 to 3.2 tonnes. As a result loadspace volumes range from 5.9m to 8.4m'.
REASONS TO BUY
or Rugged good looks 6 Extensive body and payload options
1. Bit pricey compared to competition
VERDICT
Worthy of close consideration it you're in the light panel van sector. 130hp fivecylinder is the pick of the power variants