Volkswagen Crafter

The Volkswagen Crafter

Class-leading fuel economy. Service intervals up to 50,000km.

The new Volkswagen Crafter lays the benchmark for large vans throughout the world. Read the specification sheet and you’ll be left wondering how Volkswagen have done it. The bar has been raised.

From class-leading fuel economy and 50,000km service intervals to the best load capacity in the class and absolute state-of-the-art drive assistance systems, there’s no wonder the new Crafter was named International Van of the Year 2017, and now Stuff Top Van of the Year 2019.

The new Crafter is the first in the market with technology such as Automatic Post-Collision Braking, Servotronic Steering with Side-Wind Compensation, Sensor-Based Side Protection and a trailer maneuvering system.

Available in manual transmission or full 8-speed automatic, with three drivetrains; front wheel drive, rear wheel drive or 4MOTION AWD.

  • Stuff’s Top Van of the Year 2019

  • International Van of the Year 2017

Sized right for your needs.

The dimensions of the new Crafter are flexible for complete practicality and ease in your everyday business use.

For example, maximum cargo capacity has been combined with minimal external dimensions, making it extremely maneuverable. There are also up to three different vehicle lengths and heights available depending on your chosen model, along with a large number of storage configurations, meaning you can build the Crafter to meet your needs.

The Crafter has been designed for ‘solution-based’ rather than ‘model-based’ selling. We don’t aim to fit you into a particular model based on the models available, instead we work with you to understand your business and your transport requirements, then build a solution to meet your specific needs.

    “Volkswagen’s comfort-focused new Crafter van gains a wider range, an outstanding interior and a host of safety kit… The key area where this Volkswagen panel van has extended its on-paper appeal is in the breadth of its range. The core panel van models offer three roof heights and three load lengths but these are joined by 5-seater double cab models as well as dropside and tipper trucks. This gives a total of 69 different configurations, but there’s more options than just body style. The Crafter is now available with front, rear or 4Motion four-wheel drive, giving an even broader array of choice to operators.”
    – Auto Express

    Volkswagen Crafter Prices & Models

    The Volkswagen Crafter range is priced in New Zealand from $77,500 MRP plus on road costs. Clean Car fees or rebates may apply, see below for details.

    The Crafter is available as a Cab Chassis – providing the ideal build platform with single or double cab and dropside tray – as a panel van or as a minibus, seating up to 20.

    On top of the standard models, the Crafter has endless configuration options, making it the ideal van for any purpose. Customised solutions are available across all platforms, suiting industries such as mobility services, emergency services, refrigerated van solutions, and so much more.

    Crafter Cab Chassis

    Crafter Crew Cab/Cab Chassis

    Price on Application

    Pricing excludes on-road costs. See below.

    Specification Highlights

    • 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel Engine
    • Dropside with Single Cab
    • Available as Single Cab Chassis 35, or Single Cab Chassis 50
    • Single Cab Seats up 3 with 9.6m² Capacity
    • Carries up to 3,000kg or 18.4m³
    • Class-leading Fuel Economy
    • Class-leading Load Capacity

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    View the Cab Chassis 35 specification sheet PDF >
    View the Cab Chassis 50 specification sheet PDF >

    Grey Crafter with High Roof

    Crafter Runner 30

    The Crafter Runner 30 is priced from $77,500MRP

    Clean Car Fee: $4,887.50*

    Pricing excludes on-road costs. See below.

    Specification Highlights

    • Class-leading load capacity from 9.3m³ to 18.4m³
    • 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel Engine
    • Front Wheel Drive
    • 6-Speed Manual or 8-Speed Auto
    • 3,000kg Max Braked Towing
    • Engine Start/Stop
    • Normal or High Roof Options (High Roof Shown)
    • Rear Doors open to 270°
    • Sliding Doors 1.31m wide x 1.59m tall (Normal Roof Option)
    • Cruise Control
    • Side Wind Compensation
    • Front and Rear Parking Sensors and Rear View Camera

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    Watch our video walkaround >
    View the specification sheet PDF >

    Grey Crafter with High Roof

    Crafter 35 Panel Van

    The Volkswagen Crafter 35 Panel Van is priced from $86,500MRP and has a Clean Car fee of $5,290.* 

    Pricing excludes on-road costs. See below.

    Specification Highlights

    • 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel Engine
    • Class-leading load capacity from 9.3m³ to 18.4m³
    • FWD, or 4MOTION Drivetrains
    • 6-Speed Manual or 8-Speed Auto
    • 3,000kg Max Braked Towing
    • Engine Start/Stop
    • Normal or High Roof Options (High Roof Shown)
    • Rear Doors open to 270°
    • Sliding Doors 1.31m wide x 1.59m tall (Normal Roof Option)
    • Cruise Control
    • Side Wind Compensation
    • Front and Rear Parking Sensors and Rear View Camera
    • Speak to our team about pricing options with 4MOTION

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    Watch our video walkaround
    View the specification sheet PDF

    Grey Crafter with High Roof

    Crafter 50 Panel Van

    The Volkswagen Crafter 50 Panel Van is priced from $103,500MRP and is Clean Car neutral.*

    Pricing excludes on-road costs. See below.

    Specification Highlights

    • Class-leading load capacity from 9.3m³ to 18.4m³
    • 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel Engine
    • FWD, or 4MOTION Drivetrains
    • 6-Speed Manual or 8-Speed Auto
    • 3,000kg Max Braked Towing
    • Engine Start/Stop
    • Normal or High Roof Options (High Roof Shown)
    • Rear Doors open to 270°
    • Sliding Doors 1.31m wide x 1.59m tall (Normal Roof Option)
    • Cruise Control
    • Side Wind Compensation
    • Front and Rear Parking Sensors and Rear View Camera
    • Speak to our team about pricing options on 4MOTION

    Book a Test Drive >
    Watch our video walkaround >
    View the specification sheet PDF >

    Crafter Minibus

    Crafter Minibus

    Price on Application

    Specification Highlights

    • 4-Cylinder Turbo Diesel Engine
    • 12, 18 or 20 Seater
    • Basic, Premium and Luxury Packages
    • Class-leading Air Resistance & Fuel Economy
    • Front & Rear Park Distance Control
    • Autonomous Emergency Braking
    • Lane Change Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring

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    *New Zealand Government Clean Car rebates / fees may apply for new vehicles registered from the 1st April 2022. Values stated should be taken as guidance only and may be subject to change without notice. For further details, see our Clean Car page www.volkswagen.co.nz/en/brand/Clean-car-programme.html.

    Two Volkswagen Grand California Campervans on grassy mountaintop.

    Grand California

    Built on a Crafter body, the roomy Volkswagen Grand California is your home away from home on the road. Featuring modern drivers’ assistance, sleeping room for two or four, gas stovetop, and a full shower, you’ll feel right at home. Check out the luxury campervan that will make exploring New Zealand feel like you’re worlds away.

    Discover the Volkswagen Grand California