FRANKFURT - Volkswagen debuts a brand new T6 Transporter Concept

• Magnificent freedom: 4MOTION all-wheel drive for globetrotters
• Large-capacity transport vehicle: loading device for motorcycles

Globetrotter? Off-roader? Or in this case – competitive racer? The concept of the new Multivan PanAmericana not only unites diverse worlds; with this vehicle these worlds can be conquered too. 

At the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), the specialists from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles are presenting a new limited edition – that will add yet another positive trait to the best-seller from Hannover. 

This is the ability to transport, conveniently and safely the owner's valuable motorcycle in the interior, allowing them to take it to their favourite Alpine pass or race course – with electrically assisted loading and unloading.

The PanAmericana concept vehicle unites the comfort of the Multivan with the off-road capabilities of an SUV. Above all, however, it does what it does best: serving as a magnificent transport vehicle for cargo loads of nearly any type or size.

Globetrotter: Visually, the Multivan PanAmericana concept vehicle, painted in Oryx White, features distinctive details. 

The vehicle can be made out at first glance as a limited edition of the Multivan by the PanAmericana badge at the rear and on the B-pillar, the fins on the radiator grille and the styling line above the side sill in Flash Red and black. 

Wheel arch mouldings and flared side sills underscore the vehicle's sporty image as well. Also visible in front is the sturdy lightweight metal underbody guard.

The interior is also distinguished by a mix of sophisticated yet rugged materials. Features include decorative strips on the seats in white and carbon look that are colour coordinated with the exterior paint, combined with the rugged “Clip” upholstery for the middle seat panels and white contrasting stitching. 

Aluminium diamond plate instead of the carpeted floor in the passenger compartment reinforces the vehicle’s rugged character.

That is because this edition being shown for the first time in Frankfurt was made for a target group with very high standards: motorcycle racers who want to conveniently transport their fine superbikes over long distances to their favourite courses. 

They will find that this chic version of the best-selling transport vehicle – combined with the necessary electric load ramp and interior mounting hooks – is ideal for their next (racing) adventure.

The latest generation Transporter and Caravelle are on sale in the UK now. There are no plans to bring this concept to the UK market.

Facts at a glance

Name:

Multivan PanAmericana Edition (concept vehicle)

Character:

The perfect vehicle for the next (racing) adventure.

Dimensions:

Dimensions and weights

Length in mm 4,904

Width in mm 1,904

Height in mm 1,990

Ground clearance in mm 178

Wheelbase in mm 3,000

Approach / departure angle 21.8°/16.2°

Drivetrain type:

4Motion permanent all-wheel drive, mechanical rear

differential lock

Drive units / power / gearbox:

2.0 TDI BMT (EA288), 150 kW/204 PS

(450 Nm max. torque at 1,400 - 2,000 rpm)

7-speed DSG (DQ500)

GENEVA - Volkswagen previews stylish Multivan Alltrack.

• All-terrain concept vehicle combines stylish nautical design with rugged off-road features

Supreme, effortless ease is the key to freedom. The Multivan Alltrack is an outstanding example of this; equipped for any task and any route.

At the harbour, it stylishly tows a boat trailer.  In the city it proves a spacious, reliable partner that wouldn’t look out of place in front of the opera house. Thanks to its spacious interior it also provides room for any shopping trip. Featuring 4MOTION all-wheel drive and off-road technology – the Multivan Alltrack is just as much a master of winding roads as it is off-road terrain.

The idea. Multivan Alltrack – the name speaks for itself. A vehicle for all roads and any track. And above all: a Multivan. Its flexibility is legendary. Its numerous features ensure that every conceivable task and any associated luggage can be handled with ease, making it suitable for even the most demanding of transportation tasks. The design of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ Multivan Alltrack differs significantly from other models in its segment; its high-gloss 19” wheels, precise details to its exterior body – finished in ‘Moonstone Mother of Pear’ paint – and its sophisticated interior really set the Multivan Alltrack apart.

Well equipped. The robust front and rear bumpers, offset in grey and with integrated underbody protection in matt silver, contrast with the discrete, elegant exterior, as do the wheel arches, protective side strips and boot sill protector. This apparent contradiction is intentional - a metaphor for the two worlds of the Multivan Alltrack: turning in a first-class performance both on and off the road. This concept has also been consistently transferred into the vehicles’ interior cabin. It features high quality, durable materials with great functionality and the rugged charm of a widely travelled globetrotter: Finely stitched grey-blue Poltrona Frau seats, upholstered in the finest natural leather form a contrast to the dark brown genuine wood boat floor, which is produced using Vinterio technology. The hand-width decorative trim beneath the window's edge which is framed in aluminium is also made of this porous material. This trim strip runs at hand-rail height along both sides of the vehicle leading into the cockpit, forming a visual link with the central, easy-to-see infotainment system. Its functions are accessed via an eight-inch touchscreen. Supplying the desired sound quality is a Dynaudio Surround Sound System.

A floor track system contributes to the tremendous versatility in the use of interior space. In addition to serving as a base for movable individual seats, it can also be used to securely mount a mobile kitchen module, which can be positioned either on the left side of the vehicle or behind the front seats – perpendicular to the direction of driving. Along with a cooling box, the module – which is easy to install or modify – also provides a gas cooker and sink with a fresh water tank. It can be individually removed for use outside of the vehicle or the entire module can be stowed in a garage, should it not be required on a specific journey.

At home off the beaten track. Of course, the Multivan naturally has more than just a striking appearance. The drivetrain gets its power from a 2.0 TDI (132 kW/180 PS) engine which is transferred to a Haldex multi-plate coupling mounted to the rear axle. It has an approach angle of 21° and a departure angle of 15°. Together with its solid 19” alloy wheels it is ready to tackle the most challenging of tasks.

Built to last. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is underlining the enormous potential of this classic vehicle. Built in the state capital of Lower Saxony, the founder of this market segment continues to be the vehicle by which all others in the class are measured. The combination of reliable quality, efficiency, flexibility and class-leading appeal stands for everything that customers value about their Volkswagen MPV.

This concept vehicle also emphasises Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' all-wheel drive expertise which began 29 years ago with the T3 Transporter - both as a minibus and a van. For the last five years, the Caddy 4MOTION has been peerless in its market segment. Since 2010, the Amarok pick-up has also set new benchmarks in its class.

This has been in response to genuine customer demand: one in every five commercial vehicles sold by Volkswagen in Europe is ordered with all-wheel drive. No comparable manufacturer enjoys such popularity with this technology.