Are T5 Transporters reliable?

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1. Are T5 Transporters reliable?
2. Is T6 better than T5?
3. What year is a T5 Transporter?
4. How much can a T5 transporter tow?
5. How long will a T5 engine last?
6. Is it worth buying a VW Transporter?
7. Which VW Transporter is the best?
8. When did they stop making VW T5?
9. How much longer is a LWB T5?
10. Is a Transporter worth the money?
11. What is high mileage for a VW T5?
12. Are VW Transporters overpriced?
13. What is the best VW Transporter?
14. Does VW T5 have a Cambelt?
15. Is my transporter a T5 or T5 1?
16. Are VW T5 and T6 seats the same?
17. How long does a T5 engine last?

Are T5 Transporters reliable?

Yes, the VW T5 is reputed to be one of the most reliable vans on the road and it is frequent to see well maintained T5's reaching over 250,000 miles (and even higher).

Is T6 better than T5?

With the T6, VW made significant measures to reduce noise when compared to the T5. Even at low speeds, there's little wind, road and engine noise – perfect for long, cruisy journeys. They also improved the gear transition on the T6 vs. T5, meaning you get a smoother, more comfortable driving experience.

What year is a T5 Transporter?

The Transporter T5 was initially manufactured between 20 and is easily the most recognisable and popular Transporter on the roads today.

How much can a T5 transporter tow?

The braked 2005 Volkswagen Transporter towing capacity is between 750 kg (0.75 tonnes) and 2500 kg (2.5 tonnes)....Towing.

Variant	Unbraked Capacity	Braked Capacity
(SWB) T5 Tiptronic	750kg	2500kg
LWB 4 Motion T5 Manual	750kg	2200kg
(LWB) T5 Manual	750kg	2200kg
(LWB) T5 Manual	750kg	2200kg

How long will a T5 engine last?

You can expect a Transporter T6 or T5 to reach at least 250k if well-driven and properly serviced, meaning it should last you well over 15 years. If you'd like to do more annual miles or want a van to last you 25 years without an engine and gearbox overhaul, it's important to find the lowest mileage possible.

Is it worth buying a VW Transporter?

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.

Which VW Transporter is the best?

Generally speaking, you should buy the newest van you can afford. If you want a Volkswagen Transporter, then the T6 would be the one to aim. However, if your budget doesn't stretch that far then a T5 would be a good choice, so long as you do your homework.

When did they stop making VW T5?

2015

Volkswagen Transporter (T5)
Production	2003–2015
Assembly	Germany: Hanover (Hannover Plant) Poland: Poznań Russia: Kaluga (Multivan)
Body and chassis
Class	Light commercial vehicle (M)

How much longer is a LWB T5?

Difference in length between SWB and LWB Transporter

Load Compartment	SWB	LWB
Internal Length	2572mm	2,975mm
Width	1700mm	1,700mm
Width between arches	1244mm	1,244mm
Height	1410mm	1,410mm

Is a Transporter 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.

What is high mileage for a VW T5?

VW Transporter T4, T5 and T6 are all easily capable of over 250,000 miles if well looked after. Some have even been reported to reach 500,000 which is a huge nod to Volkswagen for building such a robust vehicle.

Are VW Transporters overpriced?

VW vans are quite expensive to maintain, costing about $7800 for the first decade of life. Still, there are more costly brands on the market, such as Chevrolet, Jeep or Ford vans.

What is the best VW Transporter?

Generally speaking, you should buy the newest van you can afford. If you want a Volkswagen Transporter, then the T6 would be the one to aim. However, if your budget doesn't stretch that far then a T5 would be a good choice, so long as you do your homework.

Does VW T5 have a Cambelt?

T5 Rogers91 On the 2.5 there is no timing belt or timing chain. Its gear driven. You may need to change the gate couplings that run the Power steering and altenator.

Is my transporter a T5 or T5 1?

The main difference between the T5 and T5. 1 is the front end. You will notice the lights, front bumper, grill, bonnet and wing mirrors are different. Again if you can't be certain by looking at the image to the right click here…

Are VW T5 and T6 seats the same?

Will VW T5 seats fit a T6? Yes, absolutely is the short answer. The VW T5 seats fit the VW T6 and bolt straight into the T6 and vice versa. The VW T5 seats and VW T6 seats have the same base bolt diameter as well as the seat widths will fit straight on without any modification.

How long does a T5 engine last?

You can expect a Transporter T6 or T5 to reach at least 250k if well-driven and properly serviced, meaning it should last you well over 15 years. If you'd like to do more annual miles or want a van to last you 25 years without an engine and gearbox overhaul, it's important to find the lowest mileage possible.