Volkswagen Transporter T5 – Automobiles Review

ABT Volkswagen Transporter T5

ABT has presented their latest project based on Volkswagen Transporter T5. The passenger van comes with both – styling and performance ugprades.

The 2.0 liter TDI is boosted to 200HP (147 kW) and 440Nm (326 lb-ft) of torque. The 2.0 liter TSI can produce 240HP (176 kW), which is an increase of 36HP over the factory power. ABT Sportsline also offers chip tuning for the less powerful variants – the TDI with 84HP, 102HP and 140HP.

The tuning company can install special suspension springs lowering the ride height or an entire sport-type suspension.

The exterior boasts a complete aerodynamics package including front and rear skirt, rear spoiler, side skirts, front grille and daytime running lights available for both the long and short wheelbase. All parts are made from PUR-RIM material guaranteeing perfect quality.

Last, but not least is the stainless steel quad-pipe sports exhaust system.

Source: ABT

January 20, 2014

Hartmann Volkswagen Transporter T5

Hartmann has announced their new project based on the people-carrier Volkswagen Transporter T5. The big van received both performance and styling upgrades.

The 2.0 liter TDI engine has been boosted to 166HP (124 kW) and 395Nm (291 lb-ft) of torque, which is an increase of 26HP and 55Nm. A similar kit is available for the 2.0-liter BiTDI power unit. The power delivered is 212HP (158 kW) and 460Nm (339 lb-ft) – an increase of 33HP and 60Nm of torque.

The T5 also received a stainless steel sports exhaust system with 2x80mm tailpipes on the right side. There is also a set of sport springs lowering the ride by 35 mm.

Other upgrades include a custom front spoiler, rocker panels, rear skirt, brushed aluminum door sill plates, bespoke floor mats and aluminum pedals.

The final touch is a set of 9J x 20” VEST-3 alloy wheels fitted with 275/35 R20 tires.