Are T4 vans reliable?
The T4 Transporter has a reputation for being one of the most reliable older vans on the road, so hopefully those expensive VW parts won’t be required very often.
Is T4 better than T5?
The T5 drives much nicer, and far more car like than the old T4, and with better cutting edge looks than my T4, I would have to go T5 all the way….
What is the difference between a T4 and T5 VW Transporter?
The Transporter T5 was initially manufactured between 2003 and 2010 and is easily the most recognisable and popular Transporter on the roads today. It was given an upgraded look from it’s T4 predecessor and features a more modern shape and 4-piece front grill. This model is often confused with the facelifted T5.
Are Volkswagen Transporters reliable?
The Transporter has amassed a reputation for solid and reliable motoring, hence its high residual values. Most of its underpinnings are shared with many other products in the Volkswagen Group range, so parts are easily accessible.
How reliable is a Volkswagen Transporter?
Are VW Transporters worth the money?
The VW T6’s will depreciate the quickest from the range however they do hold their value much better than other similar vans in the medium sized van class. Ultimately however, if you plan on keeping your Transporter long term and keep up with the routine services, they all offer great value for money.
Why are VW transporters so popular?
VW vans are popular because they are reliable, built from high-quality material, and have a good price for the amount of space that they offer!
Is the Volkswagen Transporter T4 still in production?
Volkswagen Transporter T4 (1993-2003) has been discontinued and replaced by Volkswagen Transporter T5.I. See the Best Vans in 2021 as rated by Australians on ProductReview.com.au. Brand Manager for Volkswagen?
Is the Volkswagen Transporter van a good car?
As with most other Volkswagens, the Transporter has excellent ride and handling characteristics, and although fairly underpowered by today’s standards, offers reasonably lively performance in turbocharged format.
What kind of warranty does a VW T4 have?
Lower-powered Transporters in standard spec were reasonably priced when new and such was VW’s faith in its product that a three year/100,000 mile warranty was offered. Service intervals for the T4 Transporter are a rather frequent 6,000 miles, and Volkswagen parts tend to be pricey when things go wrong.
Which is better a T4 or a T5 Transporter?
To conclude the topic for now, The T5 is a good choice if you can stretch your budget to a good low mileage example, either converted or in the standard panel van trim. For those looking at getting started on a budget, the T4 is still the cheapest option but may come with reliability issues if you go for the cheapest one on the market.