The Volkswagen Caravelle offers a spacious and versatile interior, making it ideal for families or groups. It boasts ample cargo space and comfortable seating for up to nine passengers. Its robust engine and handling capabilities provide a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience.
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Body Type
Van
Seats
7-9
Doors
4-5
Length
4600 mm 181.1 in.
Width
1845 mm 72.64 in.
Height
1990 mm 78.35 in.
Wheelbase
2455 mm 96.65 in.
Front Track
1568 mm 61.73 in.
Rear Track
1560 mm 61.42 in.
Front Overhang
1175 mm 46.26 in.
Rear Overhang
965 mm 37.99 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.9 m 35.76 ft.
Approach Angle
22°
Departure Angle
20°
Ramp Over Angle
24°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
193-207 mm 7.6 - 8.15 in.
Climb Angle
30°
Wading Depth
350 mm 13.78 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Caravelle is a diesel-powered vehicle with a fuel consumption of 9.7 l/100 km in the urban area, and 8.8 l/100 km in the extra-urban area. This is equivalent to 24.25 US mpg and 29.12 UK mpg in the city, and 26.73 US mpg and 32.1 UK mpg on the highway.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.7 l/100 km 24.25 US mpg 29.12 UK mpg 10.31 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
8.8 l/100 km 26.73 US mpg 32.1 UK mpg 11.36 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Caravelle model with an internal combustion engine. The engine is a 4-cylinder, inline configuration, with a displacement of 1588 cm3, and a power output of 70 Hp at 4500 rpm, and a torque of 138 Nm at 2500 rpm. The engine is longitudinally mounted at the rear, and uses a standard diesel injection system with a turbocharger. The car has a manual transmission with 5 gears, and a permanent all-wheel-drive system. The front suspension is a coil spring, double wishbone with a transverse stabilizer, while the rear suspension is an independent coil spring with a trailing arm.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
70 Hp @ 4500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
44.1 Hp/l
Torque
138 Nm @ 2500 rpm. 101.78 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Rear, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
JX
Engine Displacement
1588 cm3 96.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
76.5 mm 3.01 in.
Piston Stroke
86.4 mm 3.4 in.
Compression Ratio
23
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-40 / VW 505 00
Coolant
16 l 16.91 US qt | 14.08 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
The Caravelle offers a practical and comfortable driving experience. It boasts disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear for reliable stopping power. The steering is responsive thanks to the steering rack and pinion mechanism, while the tires provide adequate grip on various road conditions.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
185/80 R14; 205/70 R14; 205/80 R14
Wheel Rims Size
5.5J x 14; 6J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The Caravelle is a versatile vehicle with a robust engine, offering a weight-to-power ratio of 23.4 kg/Hp and 42.7 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 11.9 kg/Nm and 84.1 Nm/tonne. It has a maximum load capacity of 830-860 kg and a trunk boot space of 1700-2930 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
23.4 kg/Hp, 42.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
11.9 kg/Nm, 84.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1640-1670 kg 3615.58 - 3681.72 lbs.
Max Weight
2500 kg 5511.56 lbs.
Max Load
830-860 kg 1829.84 - 1895.98 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
1700 l 60.03 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
2930 l 103.47 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Max Roof Load
100 kg 220.46 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
600 kg 1322.77 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download
75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Caravelle (T3)
The fuel efficiency varies depending on the model year and engine specifications. However, most models achieve around 20 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
The Caravelle offers up to 153.5 cubic feet of cargo space with all seats folded down.
Standard features include power windows, central locking, air conditioning, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
The Caravelle has a maximum speed of 122 km/h (75.81 mph).
Yes, the Caravelle can be driven on the highway, but it may not be the best choice for high-speed highway driving or racing.
The top speed of the Caravelle is 122 km/h (75.81 mph).
The Caravelle gets 24.25 miles per gallon in the city.
The Caravelle consumes 26.73 US miles per gallon on the highway.
The Caravelle uses diesel fuel.
The car has an internal combustion engine.
The engine produces 70 Hp at 4500 rpm.
Yes, the engine is equipped with a turbocharger.
The Caravelle has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The Caravelle features a steering rack and pinion mechanism for precise handling.
The Caravelle comes with three tire size options: 185/80 R14, 205/70 R14, and 205/80 R14.
The Caravelle can seat up to 9 passengers, depending on the configuration.
The Caravelle has a towing capacity of up to 2500 kg, depending on the model and year.
The Caravelle's fuel efficiency ratings vary depending on the engine and transmission, but typically range from 25-30 mpg on the highway.
The maximum weight of the Caravelle is 2500 kg or 5511.56 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the Caravelle is 70 liters or 18.49 US gal / 15.4 UK gal.
The permitted trailer load with brakes for the Caravelle is 1500 kg or 3306.93 lbs.
