The Caravelle is a reliable and comfortable vehicle with a top speed of 136 km/h (84.51 mph), making it suitable for daily driving and short road trips.
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Max Speed
136 km/h 84.51 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Caravelle is a spacious van with a seating capacity of 7-9 people, offering ample space for passengers and cargo. Its dimensions provide a comfortable ride with a length of 4600 mm, width of 1845 mm, and height of 1950 mm. The van's wheelbase of 2460 mm and front and rear tracks of 1583 mm and 1570 mm, respectively, ensure stability and maneuverability.
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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
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.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Caravelle is a popular multi-purpose vehicle known for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and versatility. It offers a comfortable and practical driving experience, making it ideal for families and those who need a reliable and spacious vehicle for various purposes.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Caravelle is a rear-wheel drive car with a 4-cylinder boxer engine, producing 83 horsepower at 4800 rpm. It has a manual transmission with 5 gears and features a coil spring and double wishbone front suspension, as well as an independent coil spring and trailing arm rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
83 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
43.4 Hp/l
Torque
143 Nm @ 2600 rpm. 105.47 lb.-ft. @ 2600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Rear, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
DH
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
Multi-port manifold injection
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 Volkswagen Caravelle boasts a reliable braking system with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It features a responsive steering rack and pinion system for precise handling. The car comes equipped with 185/80 R14 and 205/70 R14 tires mounted on 5.5J x 14 and 6J x 14 wheels, respectively.
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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 Caravelle is a versatile vehicle with a weight-to-power ratio of 17.8 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 10.3 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1480-1510 kg and a maximum weight of 2390-2600 kg. The trunk boot space is 1700-2930 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 60 liters. It has a maximum roof load of 100 kg and permitted trailer loads with and without brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
17.8 kg/Hp, 56.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
10.3 kg/Nm, 96.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1480-1510 kg 3262.84 - 3328.98 lbs.
Max Weight
2390-2600 kg 5269.05 - 5732.02 lbs.
Max Load
910-1090 kg 2006.21 - 2403.04 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)
7-9 people
4600 mm (181.1 in)
10.7 m (35.1 ft)
The top speed of the Caravelle is 136 km/h (84.51 mph).
While the Caravelle is comfortable, its top speed may not be ideal for long road trips, but it's suitable for daily driving and short trips.
The Caravelle is powered by a petrol engine.
The Caravelle can seat up to seven passengers comfortably.
The Caravelle comes with various standard features, including a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a comprehensive safety suite.
The Caravelle has a 4-cylinder boxer engine.
The Caravelle has a manual transmission with 5 gears.
The Caravelle has a coil spring and double wishbone front suspension, as well as an independent coil spring and trailing arm rear suspension.
The Caravelle has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Caravelle features a steering rack and pinion system.
The car comes with 185/80 R14 and 205/70 R14 tires.
The Caravelle can seat up to 8 passengers comfortably.
The Caravelle has an estimated fuel economy of up to 25 miles per gallon in the city and 30 miles per gallon on the highway.
The Caravelle comes equipped with advanced safety features such as anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and multiple airbags.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Caravelle is 17.8 kg/Hp and 56.1 Hp/tonne.
The maximum weight of the Caravelle is 2390-2600 kg or 5269.05-5732.02 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the Caravelle is 60 liters or 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal.
