Used 2017 Volkswagen Crafter for sale near Thatcham

The 2017 Volkswagen Crafter represents the switchover from the first-generation Crafter - the German firm’s largest panel van - to the second-generation version. Serving between 2006 and 2017, the first-gen Crafter was essentially a rebadged version of the contemporary Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, but the 2017 replacement was all Volkswagen. It was way more technologically advanced than its predecessor in every area, and offered a massive loadbay, a fantastic cab environment, and a comfortable and surprisingly easy driving experience. There’s lots of competition, but even so, the Crafter is one of the best vans of its type.
## Strengths: Easy to drive given its size
Well designed cabin and load area
Very good on safety
## Weaknesses: Payload figures could be better
Some competitors are more fuel-efficient
Not a cheap option by any stretch
## Is the 2017 Volkswagen Crafter better than the 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter? Yes, and for an interesting reason. Up until 2017, the Crafter and Sprinter had been essentially the same vehicle due to a joint-development deal between Volkswagen and Mercedes. However, at the end of that deal in 2017, Volkswagen released the all-new version of the Crafter, which was a leap forward in pretty much every regard. Meanwhile, it took Mercedes until 2018 to replace the Sprinter, so if you’re comparing the 2017 vehicles specifically, the VW is the clear winner.