Volkswagen Crafter
The Volkswagen Crafter is a diesel-powered van produced from 2006 onwards, featuring a 2.1-litre four-cylinder engine producing 114 kW and capable of reaching 148 km/h. It measures 6,465 mm in length, seats six occupants, and has a kerb weight of 2,798 kg, with CO₂ emissions of 267 g/km. In Norway, the model saw minimal uptake with only three new registrations in 2022.
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2006 |
| Body type | Van |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 123 kW (165 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 256 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 2,813 kg |
| Displacement | 2,055 cc |
| Top speed | 148 km/h |
| Length | 6,276 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,020 mm |
| Height | 2,686 mm |
| Seats | 6 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 11 European countries that registered the Volkswagen Crafter in 2025 (404 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Volkswagen Crafter registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Volkswagen Crafter cars registered for the first time across 11 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 233 |
| Norway | 53 |
| Sweden | 53 |
| Finland | 21 |
| Estonia | 13 |
| Portugal | 10 |
| Romania | 9 |
| Denmark | 5 |
| Italy | 5 |
| Croatia | 1 |
| Luxembourg | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Volkswagen Crafter (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 156 km/h | – | – |
| 2.5 l · 5-cyl | – | – | 150 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Other Volkswagen models
Similar Van models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 75% of Volkswagen Crafters pass their MOT test first time, based on 5,510 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
8 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Volkswagen Crafter. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger vanEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-11-01
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-01-22
- Passenger car/vanEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-12-08
- VanEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The seat belt mountings for the rear row of seats in the passenger compartment may not have been fitted correctly.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-11-18
- VanEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The inertia ring of the damper weight on the propshaft may loosen from its support. Once loosened, the inertia ring may collide with the cross-member on the underbody, tilt and hit the propshaft. The propshaft may then suddenly break or shear off, resulting in serious damage to the underbody of the vehicle.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-03-13
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-07-08
- VanEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
Due to insufficient paint adhesion, the window panels and any lashing rails in the load compartment may detach in the event of an accident.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-03-11
- VanEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
This may impair stability in trailer operation and ultimately lead to the entire trailer coupling device becoming detached.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2018-03-30
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volkswagen recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Crafter?
- The Volkswagen Crafter has a rated top speed of 148 km/h.
- How much power does the Volkswagen Crafter have?
- The Volkswagen Crafter produces 123 kW (165 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Crafter?
- The Volkswagen Crafter is 6,276 mm long, 2,020 mm wide and 2,686 mm tall.
- How much does the Volkswagen Crafter weigh?
- The Volkswagen Crafter has a kerb weight of about 2,813 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Volkswagen Crafter?
- The Volkswagen Crafter emits 256 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Volkswagen Crafter have?
- The Volkswagen Crafter has 6 seats.