The Volkswagen Caravelle has a maximum speed of 146 km/h (90.72 mph), making it a moderately fast vehicle.
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Max Speed
146 km/h 90.72 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Caravelle is a versatile van with a spacious interior, suitable for 7-9 passengers. 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 26°.
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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
26°
Fuel Consumption
The Caravelle is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 13.8 l/100 km in urban areas and 9.6 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
13.8 l/100 km 17.04 US mpg 20.47 UK mpg 7.25 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
9.6 l/100 km 24.5 US mpg 29.43 UK mpg 10.42 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Caravelle is a rear-wheel drive vehicle powered by a 2.1-liter, 4-cylinder boxer engine producing 112 horsepower and 174 Nm of torque. It features a 3-speed automatic transmission and has a rear longitudinal engine layout. The engine has a compression ratio of 10.5 and uses a multi-port manifold injection fuel system.
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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 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 Caravelle is a versatile vehicle that offers a good balance of power and weight. With a kerb weight of 1520-1550 kg and a maximum weight of 2390-2600 kg, it has a weight-to-power ratio of 13.6 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.7 kg/Nm. It has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 1700 liters and a maximum capacity of 2930 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 60 liters, and it has a maximum roof load of 100 kg.
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Weight To Power Ratio
13.6 kg/Hp, 73.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.7 kg/Nm, 114.5 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 can seat 7-9 passengers.
The Caravelle is 4600 mm (181.1 in) in length.
The Caravelle has a ground clearance of 190 mm (7.48 in).
The maximum speed of the Caravelle is 146 km/h (90.72 mph).
The Caravelle is a moderately fast vehicle, with a top speed that is typical for its class.
The Caravelle's acceleration is not specified in the information, so it is not possible to accurately answer this question.
Petrol (Gasoline)
13.8 l/100 km
9.6 l/100 km
The engine displacement of the Caravelle is 2109 cm3 or 128.7 cu. in.
The Caravelle has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The Caravelle is a rear-wheel drive vehicle.
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 Caravelle can seat up to 9 passengers, depending on the configuration.
The Caravelle has a fuel efficiency of up to 29 miles per gallon on the highway.
The Caravelle comes equipped with a range of safety features, including anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and a rearview camera. Additional safety features are available depending on the trim level.
The maximum weight of the Caravelle is 2390-2600 kg.
The fuel tank capacity of the Caravelle is 60 liters.
The maximum trailer load with brakes for the Caravelle is 1500 kg.
