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Volkswagen Transporter T1

18 kW24 PS24 hp1950–1975

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Volkswagen Transporter T1
Photo: U.S. Customs and Border Protection / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain
Power
18 kW 24 PS · 24 hp
Fuel consumption
9.5 l/100 km
Kerb weight
750 kg
Top speed
80 km/h

Built 1950–1975, the Volkswagen Transporter T1 develops 18 kW (24 PS) from a four-cylinder engine.

In figures, it tops out at 80 km/h, uses 9.5 l/100 km, tips the scales at 750 kg and offers 33 PS per tonne.

Engine

Cylinders4
Power18 kW 24 PS · 24 hp

Performance

Top speed80 km/h 50 mph
Fuel consumption9.5 l/100 km 29.7 mpg UK · 24.8 mpg US

Dimensions and weight

Width2,000 mm 78.7 in
Kerb weight750 kg 1,653 lb

Production

Years1950–1975
GenerationTransporter T1 (1950–1975)

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