The Volkswagen Caravelle has a maximum speed of 150 km/h (93.21 mph), making it a moderately fast vehicle.
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Max Speed
150 km/h 93.21 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Caravelle is a spacious van that can seat 7-9 people, with a length of 4600 mm and a width of 1845 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2460 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.7 meters. The ride height and ground clearance are 190 mm, and the climb angle is 21°.
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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.
Climb Angle
21°
Fuel Consumption
The Caravelle is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 12 l/100 km in urban areas and 8.8 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent option for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
12 l/100 km 19.6 US mpg 23.54 UK mpg 8.33 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 a 4-cylinder, boxer engine, and an internal combustion powertrain. The engine has a displacement of 2.1 liters, producing 112 horsepower at 4800 rpm and 174 Nm of torque at 2800 rpm. The engine is naturally aspirated, with a multi-port fuel injection system and an OHV valvetrain. The car features a 5-speed manual transmission, driving the rear wheels. The front suspension is a coil-over double wishbone with a transverse stabilizer, while the rear suspension is an independent coil spring with a trailing arm. The engine oil capacity is 4.5 liters, and the coolant capacity is 17.5 liters. The car has a rear-wheel-drive architecture.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
112 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
53.1 Hp/l
Torque
174 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 128.34 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Rear, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
DJ
Engine Displacement
2109 cm3 128.7 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Boxer
Cylinder Bore
94 mm 3.7 in.
Piston Stroke
76 mm 2.99 in.
Compression Ratio
10.5
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 Caravelle is a vehicle with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion system and comes with tires of size 185/80 R14 and 205/70 R14. The wheels are 5.5J x 14 and 6J x 14 in size.
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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 has a weight-to-power ratio of 13.2 kg/Hp (75.7 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.5 kg/Nm (117.6 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1480-1510 kg (3262.84 - 3328.98 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 2390-2600 kg (5269.05 - 5732.02 lbs.). The car has a maximum load capacity of 910-1090 kg (2006.21 - 2403.04 lbs.) and a trunk/boot space of 1700-2930 l (60.03 - 103.47 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity is 60 l (15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal). The car has a maximum roof load of 100 kg (220.46 lbs.) and a permitted trailer load (with brakes) of 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs.). The permitted towbar download is 50 kg (110.23 lbs.).
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Weight To Power Ratio
13.2 kg/Hp, 75.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.5 kg/Nm, 117.6 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)
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.
The Caravelle has a maximum speed of 150 km/h (93.21 mph).
The Caravelle has a top speed of 150 km/h (93.21 mph).
The Caravelle is a moderately fast vehicle, with a maximum speed of 150 km/h (93.21 mph).
Petrol (Gasoline)
12 l/100 km (19.6 US mpg, 23.54 UK mpg, 8.33 km/l)
8.8 l/100 km (26.73 US mpg, 32.1 UK mpg, 11.36 km/l)
The engine layout is rear, longitudinal.
The car has 5 gears and a manual transmission.
The internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
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 tires of size 185/80 R14 and 205/70 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 weight-to-power ratio of the Caravelle is 13.2 kg/Hp (75.7 Hp/tonne).
The maximum trailer load (without brakes) for the Caravelle is 600 kg (1322.77 lbs.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Caravelle is 60 l (15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal).
