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We have plenty of VW Crafters arriving in time for Xmas
From MWB and LWB to even Double Cabs and Luton Vans.
If you are after something more exact then our factory lead times are pretty short at the moment
The VW Crafter is one of the best Large Vans on the market
Milton Keynes, UK – Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has launched a new online portal allowing van owners to book their next service flexibly and easily with live pricing and availability.
The online service booking tool is fully integrated with the customer’s vehicle history, which means active service plans and required maintenance are automatically displayed.
Owners can search using their vehicle registration number and choose their nearest Van Centre before selecting which servicing and MOT jobs they’d like to book. The new tool also displays any scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, such as replacing the timing belt, front and rear brake pads, or brake fluid. Each option on the servicing menu has real-time pricing from the VW Van Centre.
A live calendar allows customers to select their preferred date, time, and whether they’d like to opt for vehicle drop-off, vehicle collection, and if a loan vehicle is needed.
The online service booking tool is the latest part of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ digital transformation, following the launch of a new online finance calculator earlier this month. The calculator allows private or business customers to view and compare available finance plans when buying their next van.
Kirsi Stewart, Digital Manager at Volkswagen Vans , said: “We know from our previous online service booking tool that increasingly van owners want to interact with us digitally and at a time that is convenient to them. This new tool enhances offers many more elements, putting customers first, and is a great addition to the overall aftersales experience.
“The tool provides transparent pricing options and real-time availability, taking the strain out of servicing and maintenance. Making life easier at every step is at the heart of our Working With You customer promise, which also includes mobile servicing and extended opening hours.” This should make a van lease more attractive
Is this the future of commercial MOT’s?
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What’s bigger than a Caddy, smaller than a Crafter, and cooler than a Caravelle?
Okay, the title sort of gives it away: It’s the new VW T7 Multivan Lease
The Multivan is VW’s successor to the Caravelle (a version of the Transporter that was sold in the UK from 2003-2021), and the first VW van to be available as a plug-in hybrid (the Caddy will follow suit; it’s set to go on sale by the end of 2022).
It is available in 3 engine types (petrol, diesel or plug-in hybrid), in 2 lengths (4973 or 5173 mm) and 3 trim levels: Life (standard), Style, and the limited edition Energetic, which is exclusively a PHEV. All of the above have some pretty significant updates from the Caravelle. Dig in below.
Some of these of course vary depending on engine type, style/trim and/or seat configuration, and driving conditions. When applicable, ranges are given below.
Storage/Load Area: 469 (all seats intact) – 3672 (all seats removed but 2 front) litres
Payload: 453-704 kg
Towing Capacity: 2000 kg
Transmission: 6-speed DSG (PHEV), 7-speed DSG (all others)
Acceleration: 0-100 kmph in 9-12 seconds
Torque: 220-360 Nm
Battery: 13 kWh lithium-ion (PHEV)
Engine: 1.4TSI eHybrid 218PS (PHEV), 1.5TSI 136PS or 2.0TSI 204PS (petrol), 2.0TDI 150PS (diesel)
Range: 48 km
Standard (Wallbox) Charge Time: 3 hours, 40 minutes (at 3.6 kW)
KmpL/Mpg: , 63.2 – 66.7 kmpL/148.7 – 156.9 mpg (PHEV), 13.05 – 15.01 kmpL/30.7 – 35.3 mpg (petrol), 17.9 – 18.5 kmpL /42.2 – 43.5 mpg (diesel)
Fuel Consumption (L/100 km): 1.9-1.8 (PHEV), 8.2-8.0 (petrol), 6.7-6.5 (diesel)
The Caravelle was a Transporter designed with passengers in mind. While its retro-futuristic exterior looks (intentionally) similar, the VW T7 Multivan is not based on the Transporter (or any VW van) but on the MQB (Modular Transverse Matrix) architecture used in many of VW’s cars.
One benefit of having received the luxury car treatment is that the Multivan is equipped with (or has the option of) an array of safety and assistance features that are lacking in many vans. Some of these include: adaptive cruise control, adaptive suspension, pre-crash preventative occupant protection, lane assist, pedestrian monitoring, automatic emergency braking and emergency assist. Then there’s Car2X, a fancy communication system that can “talk” to other cars on the road to obtain all kinds of useful data.
The Caravelle’s centre table has been redesigned and has some nifty new features. The height-adjustable table slides up and down a central track all the way up to the very front, where it can be used as a centre console between the two front seats, and has built-in storage and cupholders. The 25% lighter seats are easier to remove and reposition, the middle seats can swivel 180°, and the back bench has been removed in favour of individual seats, allowing for more flexibility in arrangements.
Whether that’s a good thing or not is for you to decide. (Of course, it’s certainly not exclusive to the Multivan…) The “Digital Cockpit” display, situated behind the steering wheel, has been expanded to 10 inches. As in many newer model vehicles, touch controls have almost completely replaced buttons and levers, save for a few essentials on the front of the steering wheel; the “Ready 2 Discover” touchscreen infotainment system connects to your smartphone and can include navigation features, streaming and internet access. Even if you don’t opt for these from the get-go, you can upgrade at any time.
The Multivan is a bit shorter than the Caravelle, fitting easily into multi-level car parks. (Caravelle drivers were dismayed that this was not always the case; VW listened, and managed to shave off 43 mm for the Multivan.) It’s also longer, a bit wider (but not so much as to make parking difficult), lighter, and more aerodynamic.
A gorgeous panoramic sunroof is optional in the Multivan; kids (or adults) in the backseats get a pretty sweet view and tons of light.
Of course, the hybrid option is one of the major innovations. In electric only mode, the range is pretty limited (just 48 km), maximum speed is 140 km/h and there’s no rapid charging. But it’s certainly an option for shorter, everyday trips around town.
It drives like a dream. It has the light handling and tight turning you expect in a car, while having all the features you want from a van. Of course, it’s a little clunkier than a car, but overall it feels car-like. People who’ve driven both the Caravelle and the Multivan generally prefer the Multivan.
Some people aren’t crazy about the extent of the touchscreen takeover. Even climate control is fully integrated into the touchscreen, which some people have a hard time getting used to. But this isn’t exclusive to the Multivan, and it’s probably something that will be the norm from now on.
The ride is quiet and comfortable — again, as car-like as possible, while still being a ‘real’ van.
Like many of VW’s vans, campervan conversion potential for the Multivan is high, and it’s becoming a popular rental for that purpose. For some reason, the rumoured California camper version of the Multivan (which would have featured a pop-top roof) appears to be cancelled. But the Czech company ‘Visu’ already has a campervan conversion kit tailor-made for the existing VW T7 Multivan, featuring a bed, table/dining area, pull-out kitchen, and ample storage. Of course, enthusiasts and DIYers have done their own mods, and some of them are pretty impressive.
So…
You’re in (or going to be in) the UK, and you’re looking to rent a small – midsize people carrier ? The VW Multivan is one you definitely should consider. If you’re specifically interested in a T7 hybrid, even more so.
The new 2023 VW Amarok
The long awaited VW Amarok Lease. There has been a little gap since 2019 in the Volkswagen range since the old V6 Amarok was killed off. This is the replacement that is available to factory order from early 2023 but its unlikely you will get delivery until the end of the year. This fabulous pick up truck fills a gap in the market. This New VW Amarok
has had very few details released so far but you cannot mistake the Tesla Like digital dashboard and new Amarok cockpit display
With more power and charisma than ever before, the newest Amarok is sure to turn heads wherever it goes. Stay up to date with Swiss Vans for all the latest on the latest and the greatest Amarok and be the one of the first to get your hands on this speed machine when orders open.
If you’re in the market for a new Volkswagen Amarok, prices could start at around £30,000. This includes a 2.0L diesel truck that won’t have as many features as the other models. If you want more power and more features, the price will increase to £33,000. Volkswagen’s most powerful pickup truck is a V6 3.0L diesel with all the extras for about £41,000.
One of the best benefits of Amarok is that they are all made to carry up to one-ton payload. This means if you use your Amarok for business, you may have the option to claim VAT and tax benefits.
Amarok stands alone when it comes to the incredible design of the new VW vehicles offered for commercial usage. It is featured with a considerably wider wheelbase which results in enhanced off-road capability. On top of that the newest model of Amarok looks more rugged as compared to its predecessor.
New VW Amarok will be available in five different trim levels such as entry-level Amarok’, PanAmericana, Aventura, Plus Life and Style so you can select the one that best suits your needs.
Standard features of the basic Amarok model include LED headlights, digital instruments, DAB radio, 16 ″ steel wheels, auto folding mirrors, a Touch Screen 10″ Monitor, and a driver’s seat with height-adjustable feature. Amarok is provided with a whole suite of driver’s aids comprising dynamic road sign display technology, intelligent speed assistance, a rear view camera, intelligent cruise control, lane keeping assist and reverse parking sensors.
Get the latest, high-quality SUV and experience premium features like smart infotainment and contemporary driver assistance technology.
Modern vehicles like the newest Amarok come with all kinds of great assistance systems. In the Amarok, there are over 20 that are completely new and 30 in total. On board are mobile online services that make life a bit easier for you all the time.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles offer a line of rugged, off-road vehicles that have amazing quality. The Amarok is just one example. This high-end vehicle comes with high-quality driving comfort, most advanced safety features, and much more. It’s sure to turn your trip into a safe, stress-free ride.
The VW Amarok Life is the flawless vehicle for you if you want a dependable and luxurious car that you can drive to enjoy the off-road adventures. It’s comfortable enough for long drives and tough enough to take on any terrain. Whether you’re looking for a daily driver or an adventure vehicle, the Amarok Life is a perfect choice.
Vw Amarok Style works as a mud mask for your commercial vehicle. Whether you are sophisticatedly driving through the city roads or energetically cruising throughout the landscapes of countryside, its guaranteed that the Amarok Style will always look incredibly amazing.
Unmatched off-road performance – With the Amarok PanAmericana, it’s easy to switch from dirt to asphalts without losing power or stability. The high-class equipment upgrades your rugged look.
Amarok Aventura is distinguished by its sophisticated, assertive, and influential design. It has luxurious features like classy accents, making it eye-catching in urban and industrial environments.
The Amarok comes with all the smartphone-integration features you’d expect of a vehicle within this category, in addition to VW’s suite of connected services. It also has thoughtful touches for frequent travellers, including tactile physical switches below the screen and materials designed to withstand the demands of a hard worker like yourself.
There are up to 20 storage trays and compartments scattered throughout this truck’s cabin for anything you might need.
The Amarok offers an array of innovative features and technologies to ensure ultimate comfort and durability. Features such as state-of-the-art airbags, assistance systems, and more help keep you safe on the road.
With the purpose of enhancing the off-road capability, there are a variety of options for you such as making use of modified dimensions, range of body, chassis, transmission or engine variants, and an expressively greater fording depth. If this is not good enough for you then you may seek advice from the experts at Swiss Vans. We have years of experience in selling new Volkswagen cars and trucks.
The Amarok will be offered in five mind-blowing trim variants and eight spectacular colours. We’re waiting to see which ones will make it to the UK.
Swiss Vans are the team for you, whether you need a new electric van for your business or something to keep your personal life organised, we’ll find you the perfect vehicle at a price that suits your budget.
We’ll take care of everything- from finding the perfect vehicle, taking it for a test drive, helping you decide what kind of finance option is best for you, and even taking your old car off your hands.
Call our tech geeks to discuss the features of your next VW in detail. You may also ask them questions about leasing your next Volkswagen. In case you are on a budget and want a pre-owned modified VW then just drop by the showroom of Swiss Vans to get your hands on your dream car today.
The Amarok is expected to go on sale in the UK before the end of this year. Swiss Vans is following this closely, so be sure to check back with us often for new updates!
Electric vehicles are the new buzz and Volkswagen Vans is taking advantage of this wave like many other electric vehicle manufacturers. With the government support, the benefits to the environment, and the overall popularity of being socially responsible, there is no doubt that electric vehicles are here to stay. Volkswagen is taking its old campervan look and bringing it back to life in these new all electric vehicles.
At Swiss Vans we want you to know that there are over one thousand electric vehicle charging stations in Wales. These charging stations are critical to the success of the transformation to a better life that embraces social and environmental responsibility. You can travel around Wales and neighbouring areas with ease in your own electric vehicle or one that you rent from us for your adventures.
Volkswagen has upgraded their campervan with this new ID. Buzz model releasing later this year in Europe. It won’t get to America for another year or so, but in Europe there are two models. One for personal use and the other for commercial cargo use. You can consider this electric campervan as another possibility when thinking about your choices of electric campervans or motorhomes.
It is all electric and full of new accessories, taking daily camping trips and adventures to a new level. The iconic look is fun and stylish and will certainly catch your eye. With the two-toned paint, backseat sliding doors, and plenty of room on the inside, this is the perfect vehicle for a family adventure to the beach or the mountains. For longer trips, the interior room is great for couples as they explore. Really, you can take this vehicle just about anywhere in comfort and style.
It has two glass panels on the roof to let in all that sun or to look at the stars in the evenings. There is one over the front seats and one over the back. It does not have a pop-up roof for extra space yet, but the look of the glass ceiling is very appealing. Volkswagen plan to introduce the pop-up roof in a year when they bring this model to America.
Reviews say that this new ID Buzz is very spacious on the inside. It has 39.5 cubic feet of trunk space and if you need more space, you can fold down the back seats to store larger items or even turn it into a bed. If you are traveling with a lot of stuff or need to pick up large boxes, it is easy with this campervan. It is like a tiny house on wheels.
With a 150 kW (201 horsepower) and 229 pound-feet of torque it’s all electric motor makes for a great drive. With it you will get the speed you need to travel any country or city roads. This model come in rear-wheel or all-wheel drive and manages the road with ease. This base model picks up speed quickly and drives smoothly.
The battery power is more than 77-kWh and has a range of approximately 250 miles. The charging time on a DC Fast charger is about 30 minutes (going from 5% to 80 %). You can travel a lot of ground with that range and low charging time. There are other charging options that may take more time if you have the time, but the DC Fast charger is an excellent choice when you want to keep moving. If you want to charge at home, that will take over seven hours.
With seating for seven and all kinds of great accessories, your trip will be smooth and comfortable. You can set the mood with adjustable ambient lighting. Configuring your front seats to suit your needs is easy with a removable centre console and adjustable armrests. There is also a massage setting for the front seats. The back seats offer fold out tables so the backseat passengers can comfortably eat or use a small laptop or tablet during the trip.
On the dashboard is a 10-inch touchscreen that allows you to manage control settings. There will also be a 12-inch option coming. This touchscreen also serves and your electric campervan’s entertainment centre. The dashboard itself is clean and uncluttered. VW Vans added the touchscreen and took out lots of the old buttons from the dashboard. While keeping many of the iconic trademarks of the 1970 to 1990 models, they did take away the white steering wheel replacing it with a solid dark colour steering wheel.
Because we all know we go nowhere without our smartphones, this vehicle comes with at least seven USB charging ports throughout the interior. The dashboard is also designed with a lip at the edge, so your phone won’t fall off. The convenience options for gadgets of all types are throughout the interior of this great new vehicle. For those long drives, these features are essential.
Because safety is important to all of us, this electric vehicle also comes equipped with many safety and driver assistance features. Forward collision warnings and automated emergency braking and lane departure warnings come with the standard package. For an added cost you can get adaptive cruise control. The standard package comes with a good base, but even more options are available if you want to pay for them.
If you are considering a family or a couple’s nature trip, this sounds like a great all electric vehicle to try out in the area. The comfort, iconic style, and fun features will make for a good ride. Chargers are available throughout the area, so there will be no problem getting and staying charged up. Bringing back this Volkswagen bus iconic style is going to be a lot of fun to watch.
Swiss Vans wants to keep you informed about all the great new electric campervans and motorhomes that we are learning about. We want to support your camping adventures in every way we can. If you have questions about our electric vehicle options, don’t hesitate to contact us.
The Volkswagen subsidiary Elli, which oversees all activities involving charging and energy in the Group, has become a partner in the sustainable bonus programme offered by &Charge. The goal is to consistently improve the charging experience with the help of customer feedback and to provide money savings at the charging station. Elli charging-tariff customers as well as users of SEAT and CUPRA Easy Charging, ŠKODA AUTO Powerpass and, in future, Volkswagen We Charge will benefit from the partnership as they will immediately be able to redeem the &Charge kilometres they have collected for Elli charging vouchers.
Users collect the needed &Charge kilometres by completing various activities using the &Charge app, a leading platform that combines smart user engagement with value-added services related to electric car charging. This works by, among other activities, shopping in one of the 1,500 partner shops across Europe &Charge (and-charge.com), evaluating charging stations and enriching charging station data. Drivers of electric cars who provide, for example, live information on the &Charge app about the charging infrastructure and the recently completed charging process itself will receive a reward of at least 10 &Charge kilometres for each contribution. Users can now exchange their collected &Charge kilometres for Elli charging credits worth €4 (50 &Charge kilometres) and €20 (250 &Charge kilometres). Credit can be redeemed in the Elli, SEAT, CUPRA, ŠKODA AUTO and Volkswagen charging apps.
Actively participating in activities and using the &Charge app are also rewarded with points called “enthusiast points”. These points will enable users to obtain additional benefits on the &Charge platform on a step-by-step basis.
Simon Löffler, CCO of Elli, says: “Partnerships like the one with &Charge help to establish and successfully shape a customer-friendly overall ecosystem for electric cars. Active feedback from customers is extremely important, and we at Elli have always been convinced of this. We therefore appreciate &Charge’s innovative approach and look forwardthat in future customers will exchange &Charge kilometres for charging vouchers.”
Simon Vogt, the CSO and co-founder of &Charge, stressed one point: “Working with Elli represents a huge milestone to us. We are working together to make the charging of electric cars more affordable and are contributing to the success of e-mobility. &Charge and Elli are two companies that focus on creating a seamless and holistic charging experience for drivers of electric cars. This partnership represents an important step towards a real charging experience. It will set new standards in the e-mobility eco-system.”
The all New VW Amarok is shortly back on the order books. This fast and capable truck disappeared in 2019 and was sorely missed. It was one of the fastest pick up trucks ever to appear on the market and was a great success for Volkswagen Vans.
The trouble as ever was emissions hence it died very quickly.
But now its back with less emissions than ever. We think prices will be typically £500 to £800 a month so its really not just for your average builder
Or the VW Amarok Bakkie as its known in South Africa
VW Amarok
We delivered 3 very special looking 204 DSG to one singe customer recently. For when one simply isn’t enough !
Lowered, carpeted these are some of our favourite vans for 2022 and they handled superbly.
They replaced a trio of Transit Custom Double cabs so someone has upgraded in style !
We also blacked the grille and painted in two read streamers pin stripes. We don’t tend to use tape or
after market strips as these tend to peel off. Add to this a leather interior and carpeting.
The spoiler is a Hornet spoiler we think as the genuine ABT one is quite loud.
You can request a custom quote on a Volkswagen Transporter ABT here.
On genuine ABT choose from either a mock styled splitter exhaust that turns heads. Or an actual replacement twin exhaust. We offer both
On the 7th of June 2022, Volkswagen made sure we knew what was in front of us – the all-new Amarok. What’s more, its debut is soon around the corner. As one of the company’s premium pick-ups, its tailgate is the main highlight in the promotional video, its name engraved in metal and placed centre stage.
For both commercial uses and people with big hobbies, pick-ups are transportation Gods that many regions could not imagine life without. The need to be able to carry large and heavy loads off-road is essential. This doesn’t need to be a worry for the future owners of the Amarok – this vehicle, depending on model and specification, can handle large loads of up to 1.2 tonnes behind the tailgate of the newly designed cargo box.
At its absolute peak performance and with some help from engine and gearbox variants, this vehicle can tow a maximum of 3.5 tonnes. In these models, the vehicle’s name is proudly displayed on the front of the vehicle.
Combined with the already revealed ‘I.Q.Light’, the engraved Amarok on the tailgate is the new trademark of the expert engineering team from Volkswagen’s Commercial Vehicles branch. The design has already been highlighted in great, cinematic detail but more details are due to be presented in the next couple of weeks.
Volkswagen’s marketing team has done it again with its most recent ITV indents, winning fans all over the world with their funny and witty twists of classic movie scenes with an electric vehicle twist. Running until December 2023, the partnership between Volkswagen and Adam & Eve DDB launched last weekend. The indents will follow in the footsteps of other successful campaigns with ITV Movies, all filled with the wit and unfolding drama that the previous ‘Movie Star Confidence.’
Across the four, the ID.4 GTX, ID.5 GTX, Gold eHybrid and Arteon Shooting Brake eHybrid are all in the spotlight, showing Volkswagen’s desire for their electric line to take the forefront.
The scenes remade for the inserts feature famous moments that viewers are sure to recognise. One features detectives trying to obtain a secret recording as evidence to implicate a notorious crime boss but are stopped when their power dies, shutting down the equipment. Another plot is stopped with the electric source being cut off – a scientist’s monster is not able to brought back to life when the volt of electricity is stopped.
This running theme is where Volkswagen sweeps into the inserts, the equipment failing because the vehicle’s owners plug in their electrified vehicles, unaware of the disruption they’ve caused.
“The campaign follows the president of many other Volkswagen movie sponsorship campaigns but unlike the others, this set chooses to focus on their electric and eHybrid range of vehicles.” The Creative Director at Adam&EveDDB, Ant Nelson, said. “Of course, the movie moments all feature the humour that’s come to be expected from these campaigns.”
The Head of Marketing at Volkswagen UK, Sarah Cox, added, “We have a great relationship with film. It’s always rewarding to extend our partnership with ITV and showcase a selection of fantastic vehicles. We hope that we can communicate the universal appeal of our electric range with our partnership with Adam & Eve DDB who as always, has helped us create this entertaining campaign.”
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