Carsieve VW Nutzfahrzeuge Transporter T4 facelift T4 Multivan 2.5, 115 PS, 5-speed manual, all-wheel drive (1996–2003)
- Power
- 115 PS (85 kW)
- Engine codes
- –
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 1996–2003
- Running cost per month
- €614
- Fuel
- Petrol (91) / Petrol
- Median price
- €8,500
- 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 |
| 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.
- 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 | €368 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €137 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €109 |
| Total per month | €614 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €23 |
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.
- Listings
- 62
- 25th percentile
- €5,500
- Median price
- €8,500
- 75th percentile
- €12,990
- Median mileage
- 240,000 km
- Median first registration
- 1999
- Dealer share
- 50%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | – | – |
| 2002 | 6 | €9,750 | 208,000 km |
| 2001 | 5 | €8,990 | 222,000 km |
| 2000 | 6 | €12,990 | 169,990 km |
| 1999 | 16 | €7,000 | 253,000 km |
| 1998 | 8 | €7,600 | 199,900 km |
| 1997 | 14 | €4,990 | 273,000 km |
| 1996 | 6 | €5,500 | 237,085 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 | 62 | €8,500 | €5,500 – €12,990 | 240,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 62 | €8,500 | €5,500 – €12,990 | 240,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 20 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T4 California Aufstelldach 2.5 Coach syncro | 115 PS | Motorhome | 4 | 1998–1999 | €638 |
| T4 California Compactdach 2.5 Coach syncro | 115 PS | Motorhome | 4 | 1998–1999 | €646 |
| T4 Caravelle kurz 2.5 Business syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1997–2003 | €624 |
| T4 Caravelle kurz 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–2003 | €614 |
| T4 Caravelle kurz 2.5 GL syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–2003 | €614 |
| T4 Caravelle lang 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–2003 | €614 |
| T4 Caravelle lang 2.5 GL syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–2003 | €614 |
| T4 Kombi Hochraum lang 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1998–2003 | €634 |
| T4 Kombi kurz 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1997 | €608 |
| T4 Kombi kurz 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1998–2003 | €614 |
| T4 Kombi kurz 2.5 L syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1999–2003 | €622 |
| T4 Kombi lang 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1998–2003 | €614 |
| T4 Kombi lang 2.5 L syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1999–2003 | €622 |
| T4 Multivan 2.5 Allstar syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–1999 | €601 |
| T4 Multivan 2.5 Classic syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–1999 | €601 |
| T4 Multivan 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–2003 | €620 |
| T4 Multivan Aufstelldach 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Minibus | 4 | 1996–1999 | €601 |
| T4 Transporter Kastenwagen Hochraum 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Van (commercial) | 3 | 1998 | – |
| T4 Transporter Kastenwagen kurz 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Van (commercial) | 3 | 1998 | – |
| T4 Transporter Kastenwagen lang 2.5 syncro | 115 PS | Van (commercial) | 3 | 1998 | – |