New Transporter wins double at What Car? Van and Commercial Vehicle Awards 2026
Now into its seventh generation, the Transporter remains a versatile workhorse, with a 1.28-tonne payload and 6.8m3 load volume. The recently added Commerce Pro S trim further expands the Transporter range, providing impressive flexibility of choice to suit virtually any requirements. Judges named the Transporter ‘Best Medium Van’ after being impressed by the vehicle’s day-to-day practicality and driver comfort. Judges also highlighted Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ comprehensive aftercare package, its 5+ Promise, which comprises five services – three services for electric models – three MOTs, a five-year Warranty and five years’ Roadside Assistance, at no extra cost.1
Commenting on the award, Steve Huntingford, Editor at What Car?, said: “The latest Volkswagen Transporter is an outstanding all-rounder within the medium van market. Its car-based underpinnings give it a level of driving comfort and day-to-day usability that rivals can't match, yet these strengths don't come at the expense of load-carrying ability. Sealing the Transporter's win is its comprehensive aftercare package, which includes five services, MOT cover and roadside assistance. That provides a level of cost certainty and downtime protection which is hugely reassuring for businesses and sole traders.”
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ e-Transporter also came out on top, to take home ‘Best Medium Electric Van’. Available in both 136PS or 218PS power outputs, the e-Transporter offers a generous payload of up to 1,000kg and 2,300kg towing capacity.
Steve Huntingford added: “Electric vans are an increasingly common sight in the medium van sector, but the new Volkswagen e-Transporter is the best choice, mixing green credentials with an impressive payload. It's also one of the best medium vans to drive, because it's quieter and more composed than rivals. And, as with the regular Transporter, owners have the reassurance of a comprehensive aftercare package.”
Eve Tyers, Head of Marketing at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, said: “As we continue to expand the ever-popular Transporter line-up, we’re really pleased to see the range recognised for its versatility and reliability as a workhorse, with a Volkswagen van perfectly suited, no matter the job.”
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