VW Nutzfahrzeuge Transporter T4 facelift 2.5 TDI, 102 PS, 5-speed manual (1996–2003)

Power: 102 PS (75 kW)
Engine codes: –
Gearbox: 5-speed manual
Production years: 1996–2003
Running cost per month: €516
Fuel: Diesel
Median price: €7,700
Reliability: 2/5
DIY: 3/5

Research for this car

Generation guide VW T4 Transporter (1990-2003): known problems and buying guide
A simple, long-lived van, but rust and a snapping timing belt can cost more than the van is worth; check both before you buy.

Known issues for this car

Issue	Affects	Typical km	Repair cost	Source
Body rust	All cars, worst on pre-1996 vans	Not stated	No confirmed price	Generation guide
Timing belt and water pump failure	Diesel engines	90,000-120,000	Belt 550 EUR, pump 370 EUR (promobil, 2022)	Generation guide
Cylinder head gasket and head cracks	2.4 D (AAB); 2.5 TDI (ACV)	106,000 (2.4 D, Za Rulem); 250,000 (2.5 TDI, promobil)	No confirmed price	Generation guide
Injection pump faults	Diesel engines	Leaks from 250,000-300,000 (promobil)	From 1,050 EUR (promobil, 2022)	Generation guide
Suspension and steering wear	All cars, worse with heavy loads	100,000-120,000 (ball joints, Za Rulem)	Ball joints from 610 EUR (promobil, 2022)	Generation guide
Brakes and brake pressure regulator	All cars; pressure regulator on cars without ABS	Not stated	458 EUR (AUTO BILD, 2002)	Generation guide

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

Probe the sills, arches, windscreen frame, sliding door and rear cross member with a screwdriver. Bad result: soft metal or fresh underseal.
Ask for belt, tensioner and water pump records. Bad result: no record, or oil mist at the timing cover.
Check the coolant and oil for mixing. Bad result: milky oil or overheating.
Look for diesel under the injection pump. Bad result: a wet pump, rough running or soot. A scanner reads injection timing.
Check ball joint and tie rod play; bounce the rear. Bad result: clunks, play or a broken spring.
Check brake lines, calipers, rear cylinders and pressure regulator. Bad result: rust, seepage or a seized regulator.

Running costs

Operational	€249
Workshop	€138
Fixed costs (tax, insurance)	€129
Total per month	€516
New-car depreciation (not included)	€55

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

Market

Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.

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Listings: 541
25th percentile: €5,350
Median price: €7,700
75th percentile: €11,500
Median mileage: 345,576 km
Median first registration: 1999
Dealer share: 20.9%

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Prices by first registration

First registration	Listings	Median price	Median mileage
2004	1	–	–
2003	27	€12,990	287,500 km
2002	80	€8,700	327,495 km
2001	71	€8,900	343,000 km
2000	77	€7,500	349,000 km
1999	83	€7,600	342,900 km
1998	86	€6,800	370,000 km
1997	72	€5,500	350,000 km
1996	44	€7,250	336,932 km

Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.

Price history

Month	Listings	Median price	Middle half	Median mileage
Nov 2026	541	€7,700	€5,350 – €11,500	345,576 km
Oct 2026	541	€7,700	€5,350 – €11,500	345,576 km

Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.

ADAC versions

All 33 ADAC versions

Version	Power	Body	Doors	Production years	Running cost per month
T4 California Aufstelldach 2.5 TDI Coach	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001–2003	€517
T4 California Aufstelldach 2.5 TDI Generation	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001	€517
T4 California Aufstelldach 2.5 TDI Event	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001–2002	€517
T4 California Aufstelldach 2.5 TDI Freestyle	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2002–2003	€517
T4 California Aufstelldach 2.5 TDI Coach	102 PS	Motorhome	4	1998–1999	€517
T4 California Compactdach 2.5 TDI Coach	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001–2003	€525
T4 California Compactdach 2.5 TDI Generation	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001	€525
T4 California Compactdach 2.5 TDI Coach	102 PS	Motorhome	4	1998–1999	€525
T4 California Hochdach 2.5 TDI Coach	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001–2003	€531
T4 California Hochdach 2.5 TDI Exclusive	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001–2003	€531
T4 California Hochdach 2.5 TDI Generation	102 PS	Motorhome	4	2001	€531
T4 Caravelle kurz 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–2003	€516
T4 Caravelle kurz 2.5 TDI GL	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–2003	€516
T4 Caravelle lang 2.5 TDI GL	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–2003	€516
T4 Caravelle lang 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–2003	€516
T4 Kombi Hochraum lang 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1998–2003	€519
T4 Kombi kurz 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–1997	€520
T4 Kombi kurz 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1998–2003	€510
T4 Kombi kurz 2.5 TDI L	102 PS	Minibus	4	1999–2003	€512
T4 Kombi lang 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–1997	€520
T4 Kombi lang 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1998–2003	€510
T4 Kombi lang 2.5 TDI L	102 PS	Minibus	4	1999–2003	€512
T4 Multivan 2.5 TDI Atlantis	102 PS	Minibus	4	2000–2003	€537
T4 Multivan 2.5 TDI Generation	102 PS	Minibus	4	2000–2003	€537
T4 Multivan 2.5 TDI tim & tom	102 PS	Minibus	4	2001–2002	€516
T4 Multivan 2.5 TDI Highline	102 PS	Minibus	4	2002–2003	€516
T4 Multivan 2.5 TDI Allstar	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–1999	€475
T4 Multivan 2.5 TDI Classic	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–1999	€475
T4 Multivan 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–2003	€516
T4 Multivan Aufstelldach 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Minibus	4	1996–2003	€516
T4 Transporter Kastenwagen Hochraum 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Van (commercial)	3	1998	–
T4 Transporter Kastenwagen kurz 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Van (commercial)	3	1998	–
T4 Transporter Kastenwagen lang 2.5 TDI	102 PS	Van (commercial)	3	1998	–