Volkswagen Multivan is a model of a passenger minibus from the German automaker Volkswagen. The issue of this car was not conceived by the concern by chance - so the company wanted to compete with the manufacturers of Citroën, Peugeot and Fiat, producing minibuses that became popular in the car market.
Volkswagen Multiven was designed not from scratch, but on the basis of a Transporter model minibus, which engineers simply equipped with seats and windows. Serial production of this car began in 1990.
Volkswagen Multivan was created on the T4 platform, which had two modifications with bases of different lengths. Both included 6 seats and offered several trim levels, differing in material for upholstery and trim and the presence of a variety of equipment. The minibus also possessed transformability: the position of the seats and the table on the port side could be freely changed, and the dimensions of the loading space could be adjusted at one’s discretion.
In addition, the Multiven Volkswagen was distinguished by the fact that the concern applied front-engine layout and water cooling of engines on this car model. The basic configuration of the minibus implied front-wheel drive, and the all-wheel drive option could be ordered as an option. Initially, the bus was equipped with gasoline and diesel engines paired with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
The first restyling of the Volkswagen Multivan was performed in 1996, in which the changes affected the nose of the minibus. The volume of the engine compartment was increased, it housed a new 2.8-liter gasoline engine . From this moment, Multivan began to differ not only in the length of the wheelbase, but also in the “noses”.
In 2003, the release of an updated model began, which received an upgraded platform and a new exterior. The dimensions of the body also increased, with an increase in the number of seats to 7, the range of engines was transformed.
In 2009, Volkswagen Multivan survived the facelift, as well as technical upgrades.
The interior of the minibus is very functional. The rail system makes it possible to quickly change the arrangement of seats and refrigerators in the cabin. Under the seats there are boxes for storing items.
Volkswagen Multivan is conditionally divided into two parts: for the driver and his navigator and passenger. The driver’s seat is also designed with the highest comfort, as well as the passenger seats: you can adjust the height of the seat, tilt its back, move it forward and backward. The steering wheel is located slightly below, which increases the convenience of driving a car of this layout and does not interfere with maneuvering.
Driving this minibus turned out to be very convenient. Rebuilds and other maneuvers are given on it as easily as on SUVs. High landing of the driver provides excellent visibility.
The second part of the car has its own climate control, which can be controlled directly in the cabin. For electrical appliances, a 12V socket is built in. The rear sofa and the second row of seats are fully laid out, forming a space for sleep.
The extensive list of optional trim levels for the Multivan is supplemented even by options such as bicycle devices and hands-free devices for conversations with the driver.
In our country, Volkswagen Multivan is in demand among law enforcement agencies, its commercial organizations are very fond of it. Travelers also become owners of the model. This minibus fully justifies its value, as evidenced by its successful sales around the world.