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Cuts Price, Adds Horses Copley News Service Volkswagen will make its 2001 EuroVan go faster this year by giving it a big price cut and adding horsepower.
The company expects to double its annual sales volume to nearly 5,000 units. Giving it a big push will be a new 24-valve, 2.8-liter VR6 engine, rated at 201 horsepower vs. 140 in the previous model. Standard equipment also will include an electronic stability program and anti-slip regulation (traction control). Other updates include 16-inch wheels; a premium, six-speaker stereo sound system; standard integrated fog lights; and middle seating with two removable, folding seats with dual armrests and adjustable backrests.
The optional Weekender Package for the EuroVan MV adds a pop-up roof with two-person bed; window screens for two side sliding windows; fixed left-hand, rear-facing seat (with a refrigerator beneath the lift-up seat bottom); a second battery; and an alternator. In the spring Volkswagen will release the price for the EuroVan Camper. With a longer wheelbase (115 inches) than the EuroVan GLS and MV, it is capable of seating up to six passengers with its optional, removable, two-person center bench seat. Also included with the price is free scheduled maintenance for two years or 24,000 miles. News Index | Features Index |
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Due to go on sale in April, the EuroVan GLS will have a base price of $26,200, or $5,100 less than the 2000 model. The MV version will start at $27,700, vs. $32,800 in 2000.
Convenience features include power windows, with one-touch up/down and pinch protection features, central remote locking, cup holders, tinted glass, and a pollen/dust filter.