Volkswagen Transporter: best and worst years
2 generations sold in Australia, rated from our guides
Most caution: T5 (2004-2015).
2004-2015T5
CautionCaution because of 17 known problems, 5 high-severity, led by DSG (DQ250/DQ500) mechatronic faults and Injector failure and PD cam-follower / camshaft wear.
Full T5 guide →2015-2026T6
No strong verdictNo strong verdict either way: 13 known problems, 4 high-severity. Worst to watch for: Timing belt neglect (interference engine); DSG (DQ500) mechatronic / clutch faults.
Full T6 guide →Verdicts are the ratings in each FlamingCars guide; reasons and year notes come from the problems those guides list. Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection.