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MAN TGE

The truck among vans: MAN's first light van, 200,000 built by October 2026.123

Researched October 30, 2026 from 36 sources

Also called

  • truck among vansMAN's own description of the TGE.1
  • Next LevelMAN's name for the MY2025 update, reflecting new electronics, a new driver's workplace and revised assistance systems.4
  • cookie tinsAn early jibe at MAN's van project, recalled by Dennis Affeld.5
  • Matchbox carsEarly mockery recalled by Dennis Affeld; the comments fueled the van team's ambition.5

At a glance

0150300
101–202 hpPower
0250500
280–410 N·mTorque

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.41617

Engine
2.0 L turbo/bi-turbo I4 diesels; eTGE permanent-magnet motor7913
Layout
Front engine (diesel); FWD, RWD or AWD, by version7
Gearbox
Diesel: 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic; eTGE: single-speed1415
Built at
Września plant, Poland6
Units built
200,000 reached in October 20263

The story

2016: IAA debut: MAN enters the van class20162017: April production start in Września20172018: eTGE takes the urban delivery route20182020: Permanent 4x4 at 5,500 kg gross20202021: Individual Lion S adds carbon-look trim20212023: First 100,000 built by summer20232024: MY2025: a new electronic backbone20242026: 10 Years Edition opens for orders · 200,000th TGE leaves Września2026 Volkswagen LT (first generation) (Typ 28/ Typ 21): 1975–1996Typ 28/ Typ 21Volkswagen LT (second generation) (Typ 2D): 1996–2006Typ 2DMAN TGE: 2017–presentMAN TGE 19801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones2672223
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YearWhat happened
1975–1996Volkswagen LT (first generation) (Typ 28/ Typ 21)
1996–2006Volkswagen LT (second generation) (Typ 2D)
2017–presentMAN TGE
2016IAA debut: MAN enters the van class
2017April production start in Września
2018eTGE takes the urban delivery route
2020Permanent 4x4 at 5,500 kg gross
2021Individual Lion S adds carbon-look trim
2023First 100,000 built by summer
2024MY2025: a new electronic backbone
202610 Years Edition opens for orders
2026200,000th TGE leaves Września
  1. 2016

    IAA debut: MAN enters the van class

    MAN's first light commercial van debuts at Hanover's IAA; panel vans offer two wheelbases and three roof heights.26

  2. 2017

    April production start in Września

    MAN starts building the TGE in Poland alongside its Crafter II relative.7

  3. 2018

    eTGE takes the urban delivery route

    The urban eTGE gets 36 kWh, 110–115 km WLTP range (173 km NEDC) and 40 kW charging to 80% in 45 minutes; wallbox charging takes under 5.5 hours.8910

  4. 2020

    Permanent 4x4 at 5,500 kg gross

    Oberaigner's TGEs rated at 5,000/5,500 kg gross use a Torsen center differential; lighter vans retain on-demand AWD.11

  5. 2021

    Individual Lion S adds carbon-look trim

    The new trim adds black alloy wheels, red brake calipers, carbon-look mirrors and leather seats embroidered with a red lion.12

  6. 2023

    First 100,000 built by summer

    TGE production reaches 100,000 in summer, more than six years after the start.36

  7. 2024

    MY2025: a new electronic backbone

    Next Level brings new electronics and a digital cockpit for MY2025, with 27 assistance systems available; the 101 hp entry diesel is dropped.4

  8. 2026

    10 Years Edition opens for orders

    Market-specific equipment packages mark the anniversary, with 10 Years Edition badges in the grille and on the steering wheel.6

  9. 2026

    200,000th TGE leaves Września

    October's milestone doubles the summer 2023 total in just over three years; nearly one in three TGEs is delivered with a body conversion.3

Every generation

  • Volkswagen LT (first generation)
    Typ 28/ Typ 211975–1996
  • Volkswagen LT (second generation)
    Typ 2D1996–2006
  • MAN TGE
    MAN TGE2017–present

Power over the years

From 101 hp to 202 hp in 9 years.

0100200300 201620182020202220242026 hp 2017 · 101 hp · x.100 entry diesel2017 · 120 hp · x.120 diesel2017 · 138 hp · x.140 diesel2017 · 175 hp · x.180 bi-turbo diesel2018 · 134 hp · eTGE electric2025 · 161 hp · MY2025 middle diesel2026 · 190 hp · Heavy-duty Performance Kit2026 · 202 hp · Light-duty Performance Kit 202 hp Light-duty Performance Kit 101 hp x.100 entry diesel
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YearHorsepowerModel
2017101x.100 entry diesel
2017120x.120 diesel
2017138x.140 diesel
2017175x.180 bi-turbo diesel
2018134eTGE electric
2025161MY2025 middle diesel
2026190Heavy-duty Performance Kit
2026202Light-duty Performance Kit

Versions

12 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    Panel Van, Chassis Cab and Crew Cab

    2017–

  • Standard

    Lion XS, XC and XP (UK)

  • Combi, City, Intercity and Coach minibuses

    Standard

    Combi, City, Intercity and Coach minibuses

  • Standard

    KombiFree and Camper Van Base Vehicle

    2026

  • eTGE

    Standard

    eTGE

    134 hp

  • Special

    Oberaigner heavy-duty AWD

    175 hp

  • Special

    Individual Black Package

    2026

  • Special

    Individual Lion S

    2021–

  • Special

    Individual Lion X

    2026

  • Special

    Next Level Edition

    2025

  • Special

    10 Years Edition

    2026

  • Limited

    Lion S 30th Anniversary (UK)

    2022

    180 hp

How to spot one

Look for

  • One wide grille bar carries MAN lettering, with a lion badge above.27
  • Truck-style model-number badges sit on the front fenders, ahead of the doors.2
  • MAN branding on the rear doors separates it from the near-identical Crafter.7
  • Badge numbers encode weight and power: 3.140 denotes a 3,500-kg model with the mid-range diesel.2
  • Heavy rear-drive and permanent-AWD variants can have twin rear wheels.11

Year by year

  1. 2025 model year

    Next Level gains digital instruments, a freestanding center touchscreen and a redesigned steering wheel; exterior styling stays almost unchanged.4

  2. 2025 automatic models

    Automatics move the gear selector to the steering wheel; a dashboard parking-brake button replaces the lever beside the driver's seat.4

  3. 2025 launch edition

    The Next Level Edition adds Pale Copper Metallic paint, piano-black mirrors, a Next grille badge and 17-inch alloys.4

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a MAN TGE
    TGE
    Photo of a Volkswagen Crafter (second generation)
    Volkswagen Crafter (second generation)

    Volkswagen Crafter (second generation)

    The Crafter has a two-bar grille and VW roundel; the TGE has MAN lettering, a lion badge and model numbers on the front fenders.28

Prices

Value today $31.2K–$72.7K33

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$20K$40K$60K$80K 2016201820202022202420262028 Value today: $31,239–$72,720 2017 · $30,454 · Germany base; EUR/USD ~1.062025 · $40,188 · Germany 3.180 ex VAT; EUR/USD ~1.09 2026 · $4,180 · 2018 TGE 35 2.0 Long 4x4, Troostwijk Auctions2026 · $11,639 · 2021 TGE 5.180 Luton van, 149,531 miles, BidSpotter2026 · $6,050 · 2023 TGE 3.140 9-seater passenger van, Euro Auctions $11.6K BidSpotter, 2026
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2017Price when new$30,454Germany base; EUR/USD ~1.06
2025Price when new$40,188Germany 3.180 ex VAT; EUR/USD ~1.09
2026Auction sale$4,1802018 TGE 35 2.0 Long 4x4, Troostwijk Auctions
2026Auction sale$11,6392021 TGE 5.180 Luton van, 149,531 miles, BidSpotter
2026Auction sale$6,0502023 TGE 3.140 9-seater passenger van, Euro Auctions
2026Value today$31,239–$72,720

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 12 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 14 stories from its legend
    • “200,000 built by October 2026”
    • “Six desert stages and 1,400 km in 2023”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 3 generations

  • Market

    • 5 things to check before buying one
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Sources

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  1. MAN TGE | Model Overview | MAN man.eu
  2. MAN TGE van review | Auto Express autoexpress.co.uk
  3. Anniversary: 200,000th MAN TGE produced press.mantruckandbus.com
  4. MAN TGE raises standard comfort and safety features to a new level press.mantruckandbus.com
  5. Interview 10 Years of MAN TGE: The term "matchbox cars" spurred us on - Delivery Vans, Vans and Transporters,Corporate, economic and industry news (misc.) | News | LOGISTRA - Fachmagazin für Nutzfahrz logistra.de
  6. MAN TGE celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2026 press.mantruckandbus.com
  7. MAN TGE – Wikipedia de.wikipedia.org
  8. Volkswagen Crafter - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  9. Après le eBus et le eTruck, MAN annonce le lancement du MAN eTGE. press.mantruckandbus.com
  10. MAN TGE | SMV Commercials smvcommercials.co.uk
  11. Over rough and smooth: MAN is extending its all-wheel drive range for the TGE to up to 5.5 tones gross vehicle weight press.mantruckandbus.com
  12. A great eye-catcher in carbon and red: The MAN TGE Individual Lion S press.mantruckandbus.com
  13. MAN puts finishing touch on successful minibus range with exclusive TGE Coach touring vehicle press.mantruckandbus.com
  14. Road Test: MAN TGE vanfleetworld.co.uk
  15. TIER Mobility, Europe’s largest micro-mobility operator, gets all charged up with the arrival of 10 New all-electric MAN eTGE Vans. press.mantruckandbus.com
  16. MAN TGE at Caravan Salon 2026: More freedom on wheels press.mantruckandbus.com
  17. Le nouveau MAN TGE press.mantruckandbus.com
  18. MAN TGE Campervan or VW Crafter – Which Should You Buy? | Wild Earth Campers Ltd wildearthcampers.com
  19. MAN Individual expands its range for the MAN TGE press.mantruckandbus.com
  20. MAN TGE van review (2026) - Van Reviewer vanreviewer.co.uk
  21. MAN Truck & Bus celebrates 30 years in the UK with an exclusive Limited Edition TGE Van. press.mantruckandbus.com
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  24. MAN TGE: Nächstes Level autoflotte.de
  25. 50 anos do Volkswagen LT | Volkswagen Veículos Comerciais volkswagen-comerciais.pt
  26. L’arrivée du MAN TGE au Rallye des Gazelles press.mantruckandbus.com
  27. MAN TGE TSF-W | ModHub | Farming Simulator farming-simulator.com
  28. MAN TGE Ambulance | ModHub | Farming Simulator farming-simulator.com
  29. Introducing the MAN TGE panel van - Drive Real Truck Simulator driverealtrucksimulator.com
  30. MAN TGE wins Best Large Panel Van at VansA2Z and Van FleetWorld Awards press.mantruckandbus.com
  31. MAN TGE 3.180 EGR Ventil & Drosselklappe wechseln Berlin kfz-werkstatt-savtrans.de
  32. MAN TGE ab sofort bestellbar verkehrsrundschau.de
  33. MAN TGE used price: market price & trend · Wiveda wiveda.de
  34. 2018 MAN TGE 35 2.0 Long 4x4… — auction in Netherlands | LotSeekr lotseekr.com
  35. 2021 MAN TGE 5.180 2.0 DIESEL… — auction in United Kingdom | LotSeekr lotseekr.com
  36. 2023 MAN TGE 3.140 — auction in Germany | LotSeekr lotseekr.com
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