The Crafter - Great for business

Built for the toughest jobs

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles understands that time is money and your business needs a vehicle that you can rely on; a vehicle that can handle the pressures of doing business in the most flexible and economical way. By combining rugged versatility, cutting-edge engineering and a business-orientated approach, the Crafter is the ultimate transport solution. Offering reliability, durability and adaptability all rolled into one package with the efficiency to match, the Crafter is practically tailor-made for your requirements. Its robust nature can cope with the most taxing road conditions and the fuel-efficient, economically friendly TDI engine makes it perfectly suited to the transportation demands of the typical South African business.

Crafter highlights

Connected

Keep operations running smoothly with the Crafter’s innovative connectivity features; designed to keep teams, cargo, and schedules in perfect sync.

More powerful

From city routes to heavy loads, the Crafter’s 2.0 TDI engine and 8-speed auto gearbox delivers reliable, hassle-free performance, every day, on every job.

More variety

Discover more with the Crafter with customisable features and a variety of configurations, bringing a whole new world to your business.

Safer
Wherever you’re going, the Crafter’s technologically inspired, intuitive safety features such as the Advanced Assist package will make sure you get there with peace of mind.

Technology and convenience

While you focus on getting the job done, the Crafter’s innovative and cutting-edge tech features like Customisable digital cockpit, multifunction steering wheel and inductive charging will help ease your path towards success.

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A Crafter for every occasion

The capable Crafter heavy duty range includes 2 models: The Crafter 35 and the Crafter 50.

Highlights on the Crafter 35 include an all-new TDI engine, long wheelbase variant, Optional App Connect with customisable digital cockpit, and Aircon as standard. The Crafter 50 features a first of its kind 8-speed automatic gearbox variant.

Crafter Heavy Duty 50 Van

Heavy lifting? Light work.

Standard wheelbase
Long wheelbase
Extra-long wheelbase
Standard roof
High roof
Super high roof

Convenience

Strong, versatile and reliable

Take it all the first time

Robust and reliable. The Crafter boasts a payload of up to 2.5 tons and a loading length of 4,606mm, making sure that no job ever becomes a burden. And with rear doors that open 180⁰and 270⁰depending on the model, you’ll always be open for business.

To make sure your business goes exactly where you want it to, the Crafter’s engine upgrades will help you take it there. Both the Crafters 35 and 50 feature 2.0l TDI engines. Crafter 35 features a 103 and 130kW engine variants, Crafter 50 features 120kW manual.

Your workplace with the lot

Running a business can be a lot of work. At least the Crafter can do some of the heavy lifting for you. Simply build and customise it to suit you and your business needs.

Size

One van fits all

One van fits all.

Build your Crafter your way. Choose between 3 different lengths and heights to find your perfect combination.

Medium wheelbase
Load length: 3,450 mm | vehicle length: 5,986 mm
Long wheelbase
Load length: 4,300 mm | vehicle length: 6,836 mm
Long wheelbase with Overhang
Load length: 4,855 mm (plus overhang)
Vehicle length: 7,391 mm
Medium roof
Vehicle height: 2,355 mm
High roof
Vehicle height: 2,590 mm
Super high roof
Vehicle height: 2,798 mm

Loadability

Ready for business

The Crafter’s wide sliding doors allow pallet access and can open to 1,311mm with a load compartment height of up to 2,196mm. It accommodates 4-6 Euro pallets depending on your wheelbase and has rear barn doors that open 180 degrees or an upgraded 270 degrees.

If strength is needed, the heavy-duty Crafter 50 has reinforced suspension, more powerful engines and dual rear wheels with rear-wheel drive to help you haul up to a 2-tonne payload. The Crafter 55 offers even stronger suspension for a maximum payload of up to 3 tonnes.²

Engines & Drive types

Move the way you want

The Crafter has two powerful diesel engines designed specifically for commercial vehicles: the TDI340 with 340Nm torque or TDI410 with 410Nm torque. It also features an optional 8-speed full automatic gearbox with a torque converter that can be combined with all systems. That way, it’s never manual labour for you. This van is available with three drive systems: Front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and 4MOTION.

Everything you need on-the-go

Featuring a complete redesigned dashboard, the Crafter’s new-look interior is worth taking a closer look at. Climb inside and experience the innovative tech that helps you navigate your way to success. Mobile interface: Bluetooth and Inductive Charging all keep you at the cutting-edge of connectivity.

Storage

The perfect workplace

The Crafter provides ample storage solutions throughout the cabin, four cup holders, two 12V sockets and a USB-C port in the dashboard. The driver seat comes with longitudinal and height adjustment, electrical 4-way adjustable lumbar support, adjustable backrest and seat cushion angle as well as adjustable armrests.

Infotainment

Your tech-savvy toolbelt

It’s easy to get the job done with our tech. Allows you to display selected apps, maps and music on your phone . You can stay focused on the road by handling calls, working the radio and media functions. And if you’re looking for more entertainment, the Crafter includes an colour touchscreen display, AM/FM radio, USB-C input and and four speakers.

Carry all you want

Load securing

Lock it in

Secure your cargo with up to 14 lashing rings recessed into the floor, lashing rails on all of the walls and an optional interior roof rack. The optional Universal Floor has been designed to be the ideal base for retrofitting shelving and cupboard systems available from a range of manufacturers.

Side trim & window options

On your side

There are two different optional side trims available: half height and full height. The load compartment cladding is made of plastic hollow chamber panels and is especially robust. It’s fitted from the floor to the roof frame and is exceptionally easy to clean. You can also choose the optional 5mm thick plywood panels which are highly durable and makes the side cladding especially resistant to impacts. The optional window package allows you to configure the Crafter to meet your needs - no windows to windows all around, it's up to you.

Compartment features

A clever companion

More than just a spacious loading compartment, you’ll find clever touches integrated in every detail to make transporting cargo or passengers feel effortless. Whether that’s the accessible grab handles and 12V charging sockets as standard or the optional LED roof lighting and Climatic air conditioning, there’s plenty of ways to make your Crafter ready for the way you want to do business.

Build your Crafter

An everyday transporter or something a bit tougher? Choose a more powerful engine in your build to switch between the Crafter 35 and the heavy-duty Crafter 50.

Trim Levels

Expect a little more

Warranty Booklet
Passenger Vehicles:
For all Passenger vehicles, queries can be directed to the Customer Interaction Centre.

Republic of South Africa: 0860 434 737
Neighbouring states (Swaziland, Lesotho, Namibia and Botswana) : +27 41 994 5615

Passenger Vehicles Warranty Booklet

Commercial Vehicles:
For all Commercial vehicles, queries can be directed to the Customer Interaction Centre.

Republic of South Africa: 0860 103 349 (Available 24 Hrs, 7 days a week)
Neighbouring states (Swaziland, Lesotho, Namibia and Botswana) : +27 41 996 6003

Commercial Vehicles Warranty Booklet
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