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===Recent Changes===  
===Recent Changes===  
* To celebrate the Multivan's 25th anniversary, Volkswagen debuted the limited edition '''Multivan Edition 25''' at the 2010 [[IAA Commercial Vehicle Show]]. Based on the Multivan Comfortline, the Edition 25 adds a matte black lacquered roof, tinted head lamps and tail lights, black 18-inch light metal alloy wheels and unique decals on the rocker panels. [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/09/vw-shows-multivan-25-at-iaa-commercial.html]
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Image:VW-Mutlivan-Edition-25-3.jpg
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* The 2009 [[Frankfurt Motor Show]] will play host to the unveiling of a facelifted and minor repackage of the '''T5 family''', including the '''Transporter''', '''Caravelle''', '''Multivan'' and '''California'''. Aesthetically, the facelift focuses on the front fascia, reshaped to bring it into line with Volkswagen's current corporate face. Other updates include a range of common rail TDI engines, new rear-light clusters, more aerodynamic side mirrors, touchscreen navigation, USB connectivity, updated ESP, 4MOTION AWD and a hill-start assist feature. Plus, a manual gearbox can be optioned. Speaking of the new turbo diesels, the 2.0 TDI can be selected with four different power outputs:
**62 kW (84PS) and 220Nm of [[torque]] @ 1250rpm
**75kW (102PS) and 250Nm of [[torque]] from 1500rpm
**103kW (140PS) and 340Nm of [[torque]] @ 1750rpm
**132kW (180PS) and 400Nm of [[torque]] @ 1500rpm feat. two-stage charger with bi-turbocharging technology
All the engines have a particle filter and all will be attached, standard, to a 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox (unless the aforementioned Manual is specified). [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/08/2010-vw-transporter-caravelle-mutlivan.html]
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*On May 2007, VW Spain released a limited edition variant of the Multivan called the '''Multivan Beach'''
*On May 2007, VW Spain released a limited edition variant of the Multivan called the '''Multivan Beach'''


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===Gas Mileage===
===Gas Mileage===
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As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:


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===Reliability===
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Warranty options and scheduled maintainence information should be mentioned here.  
Warranty options and scheduled maintenance information should be mentioned here.  


===Safety===
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If there are any features of this [[automobile|vehicle]] that sets it apart from other [[automobile|vehicles]] in its class, then mention those ''unique attributes'' here.
If there are any features of this [[automobile|vehicle]] that sets it apart from other [[automobile|vehicles]] in its class, then mention those ''unique attributes'' here.
    
    
==Interior==
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==Criticisms==
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==Awards==
==Awards==
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* 2007 '''National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council''' ''Secure By Design'' award


==See also==
==See also==
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*[http://www.autoblog.com/2007/05/29/spain-vws-groovy-multivan-beach/ Spain: VW's groovy Multivan Beach]
*[http://www.autoblog.com/2007/05/29/spain-vws-groovy-multivan-beach/ Spain: VW's groovy Multivan Beach]
*[http://www.comerciales.volkswagen.es/multivan/beach/beach.html The Volkswagen Multivan Beach's official site]
*[http://www.comerciales.volkswagen.es/multivan/beach/beach.html The Volkswagen Multivan Beach's official site]
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/08/2010-vw-transporter-caravelle-mutlivan.html 2010 VW Transporter, Caravelle, Mutlivan and California Facelift Officially Revealed ]
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/08/leaked-2010-volkswagen-transporter.html Leaked: 2010 Volkswagen Transporter Facelift Photos ]
*[http://www.worldcarfans.com/109081921134/new-2010-volkswagen-t5-van-facelift-revealed New 2010 Volkswagen T5 Van facelift revealed]
*[http://www.autoblog.com/2009/08/19/vw-caravelle-california-and-transporter-get-golf-nosejobs-head/ VW Caravelle, California and Transporter get Golf nosejobs, head for Frankfurt]
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/09/vw-shows-multivan-25-at-iaa-commercial.html VW Shows Multivan "Edition 25" at IAA Commercial Vehicles Fair in Hannover]
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Volkswagen Multivan
Volkswagen
aka Type aka here, not up there
Production produced from when to when+total units made (optional)
Class Van
Body Style how many doors+how many seats+what type of body
Length length - type here
Width Width - type here
Height Height - type here
Wheelbase wheelbase - type here
Weight Weight - you get the point
Transmission transmission + drive
Engine engine
Power N/A hp @ N/A rpm
N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm
Similar similar (competition)
Designer Klaus Bischoff

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Recent Changes

  • To celebrate the Multivan's 25th anniversary, Volkswagen debuted the limited edition Multivan Edition 25 at the 2010 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show. Based on the Multivan Comfortline, the Edition 25 adds a matte black lacquered roof, tinted head lamps and tail lights, black 18-inch light metal alloy wheels and unique decals on the rocker panels. [1]
  • The 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show will play host to the unveiling of a facelifted and minor repackage of the T5 family', including the Transporter, Caravelle, Multivan and California. Aesthetically, the facelift focuses on the front fascia, reshaped to bring it into line with Volkswagen's current corporate face. Other updates include a range of common rail TDI engines, new rear-light clusters, more aerodynamic side mirrors, touchscreen navigation, USB connectivity, updated ESP, 4MOTION AWD and a hill-start assist feature. Plus, a manual gearbox can be optioned. Speaking of the new turbo diesels, the 2.0 TDI can be selected with four different power outputs:
    • 62 kW (84PS) and 220Nm of torque @ 1250rpm
    • 75kW (102PS) and 250Nm of torque from 1500rpm
    • 103kW (140PS) and 340Nm of torque @ 1750rpm
    • 132kW (180PS) and 400Nm of torque @ 1500rpm feat. two-stage charger with bi-turbocharging technology

All the engines have a particle filter and all will be attached, standard, to a 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox (unless the aforementioned Manual is specified). [2]

  • On May 2007, VW Spain released a limited edition variant of the Multivan called the Multivan Beach

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Pricing

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