Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ new Transporter has been named ‘Medium Van of the Year’ for its practicality and reliability, also winning the ‘Safety Award’ at the What Van? Awards 2026.
Judges praised its 1.28-tonne payload and 6.8m³ load volume, highlighting its strong driver experience and excellent safety features, including intelligent cruise control and lane assist, along with optional autonomous emergency braking.
The previous generation Transporter received a Highly Commended mention for its high resale value and lasting quality. The What Van? Awards recognise the best in the UK’s light commercial vehicle industry annually.
James Dallas, Editor at What Van?, said about the award: “The Volkswagen Transporter is the best medium van available, whether in traditional fuel or electric. It also scores high on safety.”
John Ricardo-Neto, Head of Product Planning at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, stated: “We’re thrilled that the Transporter won ‘Medium Van of the Year’ and the ‘Safety Award’. Celebrating 75 years of the VW Bus, the Transporter’s success highlights its strong performance and practicality for van drivers.”
For more details on Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ new Transporter, visit www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk.
FAQ’s…
What awards has Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ new Transporter received?
The new Transporter has been named ‘Medium Van of the Year’ at the What Van? Awards 2026 and also won the ‘Safety Award’.
What features contributed to the Transporter winning the ‘Safety Award’?
The Transporter’s safety features, including intelligent cruise control, lane assist, and optional autonomous emergency braking, contributed to its winning the ‘Safety Award’.
How does the new Transporter perform in terms of practicality and load capacity?
The new Transporter offers a 1.28-tonne payload and a load volume of 6.8m³, highlighting its practicality for commercial use.
What did the judges say about the driver experience of the new Transporter?
Judges praised its strong driver experience, emphasising its safety features and overall practicality.
Where can I find more details about Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ new Transporter?
You can find more details at www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk.
