VW Crafter van at work site

The Crafter panel van

  • Load volume9.3 - 18.4 m³
  • Load length3,201 - 4,855 mm
  • Load width1,832 mm
  • TransmissionFront wheel drive, Rear wheel drive, 4MOTION, Manual and Automatic

Crafted by you. Engineered by us

More practical, economical and innovative than ever before. The Crafter panel van is a commercial vehicle like no other. Designed by our customers for our customers. Built from the ground up, using 100% Volkswagen DNA as a cost effective, transport-oriented solution to meet the demands of a diverse range of businesses. The Crafter panel van represents state-of-the-art manufacturing, with the sole aim of making it the best commercial vehicle in its class.

Crafter storage compartments

Infotainment System

Standard on all Crafter trims the Composition Colour DAB+ radio system features a 6.5 inch TFT touch-screen colour display, two USB (type-c) ports, Bluetooth®, SD card slot and four speakers delivering 20 watt output. It also features App-Connect, an integrated eSIM and mobile online services as part of We Connect/VW Connect1 and We Connect/VW Connect Plus.

'ergoComfort' suspension seat

Cabin Comfort

The Crafter’s 'ergoComfort' suspension seat, sophisticated storage options and choice of additional extras transform its cabin into a comfortable workplace for drivers who spend a lot of time on the road.

Crafter side view

Load Capability 

The Crafter is the best in its class, featuring wide sliding doors that open up to 1,311 mm, and a high load compartment height of up to 2,196 mm. The Crafter is designed with space for shelving systems and is available with an optional universal floor for even more flexibility. We promise to work with you to tailor your Crafter and optimise the payload for your individual business requirements. With a wide range of payloads on offer from 735kg to 2,573kg, and 180° rear wing doors we are sure to find a solution to meet your needs.

Conversions to make your own

The Crafter panel van is the perfect basis for specialist conversions due to its robust design. Need your Crafter panel van converting? Find out more about our recognised converters below.

Volkswagen Van Conversions
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Chrome accent on radiator grille and headlights are not available on Crafter and Grand California vehicles.
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Find accessories for your Crafter panel van

We offer a huge selection of accessories across the entire Crafter panel van range. All of our accessories are supplied, verified and fitted by knowledgeable experts and most come with a two-year warranty. Click below to take a closer look.

Choose your own

Crafter panel van is ready for the toughest jobs. It’s more practical, economical and innovative than ever before with state-of-the-art driver assistance and safety systems.

Standard specification for Crafter panel van Commerce includes:

  • Composition Colour DAB+ radio with 6.5” touchscreen, USB/iPod connection and Bluetooth®
  • App Connect
  • Multi-function steering wheel
  • Electromechanical Servotronic steering
  • Dual passenger seat with storage compartment and folding tray in backrest
  • Rubber floor covering
  • 180° rear wing doors. (270° hinges on LWB Maxi)
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Crosswind Assist
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Front Assist with City Emergency Braking System
  • Halogen main headlights with range control and daytime running function

Build your Crafter panel van

Discover the features and pricing across the entire Crafter panel van range. Simply select your preferred trims by clicking ‘Add to comparison’ and see all of their standard features and optional extras at a glance. Once you’ve decided on the Crafter panel van you’d like to take a closer look at, click ‘Build your own’ to get started.

Browse available Crafter panel van new vehicle stock

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Looking for a used Crafter?

Every Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Approved Used Crafter comes with peace of mind thanks to our comprehensive Warranty3, MOT Cover3 and Roadside Assistance3, as well as the reassurance that our experts have performed extensive checks to guarantee it’s ready to hit the road.

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Offers and promotions

Drive away in a Crafter panel van from £549 a month on Contract Hire4

4. Based on Crafter high roof panel van Commerce Plus CR35 MWB 2.0TDI 140PS FWD 6-speed manual at £549.00 a month, 36 month contract, 10,000 mile per annum. Contract Hire agreement with an initial rental of £3,294.00. Excess mileage at 6p per mile. Business users only. EX VAT at 20%. T&Cs Apply. No ownership. Ordered by 01/08/2024. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Financial Services. See footer for full T&Cs.

See the latest offers and finance options available for the Crafter.

Brochure and pricing

Business Pack

Load your Volkswagen Crafter up with top-of-the-range features at a fraction of the price.

A lot of extras. For just a little extra

A lot of extras. For just a little extra

Crafter side view
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Chrome accent on radiator grille and headlights are not available on Crafter and Grand California vehicles.

You can drive away in an upgraded Volkswagen Crafter for less, thanks to the Business Pack. Available on the Crafter Commerce models for as little as £1,295.00 +VAT. That’s a saving of over £1,000 for you and your business⁠

Anti-theft alarm with interior monitoring
Backup horn
Towing protection
Climatic air conditioning 
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Selected Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and trimlines only. UK residents age 18+. Business Pack available with new retail sales at participating Volkswagen Van Centres only. RRP and savings correct as of November 2023. Prices are for business users only and exclude VAT at 20%. Savings quoted are maximum saving based on RRP of Business Pack vs RRP of options when purchased separately. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Terms and conditions apply – ask at your local Volkswagen Van Centre for further details.

Reviews and awards

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"The Crafter is Volkswagen’s headline act in the van world. It’s the biggest Volkswagen commercial vehicle you can buy and one of the most flexible in terms of the sheer different versions on offer."

Crafter van parked
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Chrome accent on radiator grille and headlights are not available on Crafter and Grand California vehicles.

Next steps

Browse Crafter panel van stock

Use our new Stock Locator to see if the Crafter panel van is available at a Van Centre near you. 

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Important information :

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To use We Connect/VW Connect services, you need a Volkswagen ID user account and must log in to We Connect/VW Connect with your user name and password. A separate We Connect/VW Connect contract or We Connect Plus/VW Connect Plus contract will also need to be made online with Volkswagen AG. For We Connect Plus/VW Connect Plus you have 90 days after the handover of the vehicle to register the vehicle.
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Valid for vehicles up to 6 years old and up to 100,000 miles at point of activation. 12 months’ Warranty and Roadside Assistance applies to vehicles up to 3 years old. Vehicles aged 3 - 6 years will receive a minimum of 6 months’ Warranty and Roadside Assistance. MOT Cover is underwritten by Bspoke Underwriting Ltd on behalf of Watford Insurance Company Europe Limited and administered by Lawshield UK Limited.
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Business users only. No ownership. Contract Hire agreement. Excess mileage and damage charges may apply. All Prices Exclude VAT. VAT payable at 20%. 18s+. Subject to status and availability. T&Cs apply. Ordered by 01/08/2024 from participating Van Centres. Indemnities may be required. Subject to changes in vehicle or equipment prices. Not available in conjunction with any other finance offer and may be withdrawn at any time. Accurate at 04/2024. Freepost Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Financial Services.
Images are for illustration purposes only. Vehicle shown may not reflect UK specification.