The Caravelle is a car with a top speed of 125 km/h (77.67 mph), making it a reliable and efficient vehicle for daily commutes and short trips.
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Rating
Max Speed
125 km/h 77.67 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Caravelle is a versatile van with a seating capacity of 7-9 people, offering ample space for passengers and cargo. Its dimensions are 4600 mm in length, 1845 mm in width, and 1950 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2460 mm. It has a ground clearance of 190 mm and a climb angle of 25°.
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Rating
Body Type
Van
Seats
7-9
Doors
4-5
Length
4600 mm 181.1 in.
Width
1845 mm 72.64 in.
Height
1950 mm 76.77 in.
Wheelbase
2460 mm 96.85 in.
Front Track
1583 mm 62.32 in.
Rear Track
1570 mm 61.81 in.
Front Overhang
1175 mm 46.26 in.
Rear Overhang
965 mm 37.99 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.7 m 35.1 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
190 mm 7.48 in.
Climb Angle
25°
Fuel Consumption
The Caravelle is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 12.6 l/100 km in urban areas and 11.2 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent option for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
12.6 l/100 km 18.67 US mpg 22.42 UK mpg 7.94 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
11.2 l/100 km 21 US mpg 25.22 UK mpg 8.93 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Caravelle offers a naturally aspirated 1.9L boxer engine producing 78 hp and 141 Nm of torque. It features a 3-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The engine is known for its fuel efficiency and responsiveness.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
78 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
40.8 Hp/l
Torque
141 Nm @ 2600 rpm. 104 lb.-ft. @ 2600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Rear, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
DG
Engine Displacement
1913 cm3 116.74 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Boxer
Cylinder Bore
94 mm 3.7 in.
Piston Stroke
68.9 mm 2.71 in.
Compression Ratio
8.6
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-40 / VW 501 01 15W-40, 20W-50 / VW 500 00
Coolant
17.5 l 18.49 US qt | 15.4 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
The Caravelle is a reliable car with a robust braking system, featuring disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. It has a steering rack and pinion system, and comes with 185/80 R14 or 205/70 R14 tires, mounted on 5.5J x 14 or 6J x 14 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
185/80 R14; 205/70 R14
Wheel Rims Size
5.5J x 14; 6J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The Volkswagen Caravelle offers a favorable weight-to-power and weight-to-torque ratio, indicating good acceleration and handling capabilities. Its spacious interior and ample cargo space make it suitable for families and those who value practicality.
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Weight To Power Ratio
19.5 kg/Hp, 51.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
10.8 kg/Nm, 92.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1520-1550 kg 3351.03 - 3417.17 lbs.
Max Weight
2390-2600 kg 5269.05 - 5732.02 lbs.
Max Load
870-1050 kg 1918.02 - 2314.85 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
1700 l 60.03 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
2930 l 103.47 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 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
50 kg 110.23 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Caravelle (T3)
The Caravelle has a seating capacity of 7-9 people.
The Caravelle is 4600 mm (181.1 in) in length.
The Caravelle has a ground clearance of 190 mm (7.48 in).
The top speed of the Caravelle is 125 km/h (77.67 mph).
No, the Caravelle is designed for short trips and daily commutes, not for long road trips.
The fuel efficiency of the Caravelle is not specified in the specs.
Petrol (Gasoline)
12.6 l/100 km
11.2 l/100 km
The Caravelle is equipped with a carburetor.
The Caravelle has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The Caravelle features a rear-mounted, longitudinal engine layout.
The Caravelle has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The Caravelle has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Caravelle comes with 185/80 R14 or 205/70 R14 tires.
The fuel efficiency varies depending on the model and engine size, but you can expect to get around 25 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.
Standard features include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Caravelle offers 35 cubic feet of cargo space with the third row seats folded down.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specifications.
The Caravelle can tow up to 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs) with brakes and 600 kg (1322.77 lbs) without brakes.
The cargo capacity ranges from 1700 l (60.03 cu. ft) to 2930 l (103.47 cu. ft) depending on the configuration.
The Caravelle can seat 7-9 people.
The length of the Caravelle is 4600 mm or 181.1 in.
The minimum turning circle of the Caravelle is 10.7 meters or 35.1 ft.
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.
Safety feature information is not in the given specs.
Cargo capacity information is not in the given specs.
The Caravelle consumes 12.6 liters of petrol per 100 kilometers in urban areas.
The Caravelle consumes 11.2 liters of petrol per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas.
The Caravelle runs on petrol.
The engine layout is rear, longitudinal.
It has a 3-gear automatic transmission.
The engine displacement is 1913 cm3 (116.74 cu. in.).
The Caravelle has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Caravelle has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Caravelle comes with 185/80 R14 or 205/70 R14 tires.
The Caravelle can seat up to 11 people, depending on the configuration.
While the Caravelle is not designed for extreme off-road use, it can handle light off-road terrain and rough roads.
Yes, the Caravelle comes equipped with a range of safety features, including airbags, ABS, and electronic stability control.
The fuel consumption figures are not specified in the specs.
The maximum cargo capacity is between 870-1050 kg (1918.02 2314.85 lbs).
The maximum roof load capacity is 100 kg (220.46 lbs).
