Judges lauded its ‘legendary qualities’ as an everyday workhorse and safe, highly effective people carrier. Its unrivalled practicality, a 6.8cu m load volume, 1.2-tonne payload and 2.8-tonne towing capacity ensures it stands out from its competitors.
Now into its seventh generation, the Transporter range includes a panel van, kombi, shuttle and double-cab variants, as well as a choice of powertrains (diesel, eHybrid and all-electric) and wheelbase (standard and long), to suit virtually any requirement.
The New Car World Championships, run by Best Cars of the Year (Best COTY), celebrate the greatest new vehicles, as judged by an experienced international panel of automotive titans and a public vote.
Commenting on the award, Mike Rutherford, founder of Best Cars of the Year, said: “Legend is an overused word in the vehicle design, manufacturing and retailing world. But it’s no exaggeration to say that Transporter has earned legendary status for itself over the last 75 years. And deservedly so.”
Eve Tyers, head of marketing at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, added: “It’s great to see our new Transporter family selected as the ‘Best LCV range’ on the market by such an esteemed judging panel. As we celebrate 75 years of the Transporter, the continued recognition of the vehicle goes to show its enduring popularity and practicality as the perfect companion for van drivers everywhere.”
