The Caravelle is a reliable and comfortable vehicle with a top speed of 140 km/h, making it suitable for daily driving and short road trips.
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Max Speed
140 km/h 86.99 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Caravelle offers a spacious and versatile interior, accommodating up to 9 passengers comfortably. It boasts ample cargo space and a comfortable ride. Its robust engine and advanced safety features make it an ideal family van.
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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
2020-2028 mm 79.53 - 79.84 in.
Wheelbase
2480 mm 97.64 in.
Front Track
1597 mm 62.87 in.
Rear Track
1590 mm 62.6 in.
Front Overhang
1175 mm 46.26 in.
Rear Overhang
925 mm 36.42 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.3 m 37.07 ft.
Approach Angle
24°
Departure Angle
24°
Ramp Over Angle
29°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
218-226 mm 8.58 - 8.9 in.
Climb Angle
36°
Wading Depth
390 mm 15.35 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Caravelle is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 14.3 l/100 km in urban areas and 10.4 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
14.3 l/100 km 16.45 US mpg 19.75 UK mpg 6.99 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
10.4 l/100 km 22.62 US mpg 27.16 UK mpg 9.62 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Caravelle is a rear-wheel drive vehicle with a 2.1L boxer engine producing 112 horsepower and 174 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive capabilities.
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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 permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
The Caravelle is a reliable and comfortable vehicle, featuring disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It has a steering rack and pinion system, and comes with 195/80 R16 or 205/80 R16 tires on 5.5J x 16 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
195/80 R16; 205/80 R16
Wheel Rims Size
5.5J x 16
Weight & Capacity
The Caravelle is a spacious and powerful vehicle, with a weight-to-power ratio of 15 kg/Hp and a maximum load capacity of 795-825 kg. It has a large trunk space, with a minimum capacity of 1700 liters and a maximum capacity of 2930 liters. The fuel tank has a capacity of 70 liters, and the vehicle has a permitted trailer load of up to 2000 kg with brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
15 kg/Hp, 66.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9.6 kg/Nm, 103.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1675-1705 kg 3692.74 - 3758.88 lbs.
Max Weight
2500 kg 5511.56 lbs.
Max Load
795-825 kg 1752.67 - 1818.81 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
2000 kg 4409.25 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 trim level and engine option. However, it typically ranges from 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.
The Caravelle offers up to 153.5 cubic feet of cargo space with all seats folded down.
The Caravelle comes standard with features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a rearview camera.
The top speed of the Caravelle is 140 km/h or 86.99 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 model of the car is the Caravelle.
Petrol (Gasoline)
14.3 l/100 km
10.4 l/100 km
The Caravelle has a 2.1L boxer engine.
The transmission type is 5-speed manual.
Yes, the Caravelle is an all-wheel drive 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 195/80 R16 or 205/80 R16 tires.
The fuel efficiency of the Caravelle varies depending on the model year and engine size, but it ranges from 20 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
Standard features include power windows, locks, and mirrors, as well as a touchscreen infotainment system and Bluetooth connectivity.
The Caravelle comes standard with a suite of safety features, including lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring.
The maximum load capacity of the Caravelle is 795-825 kg.
The fuel tank capacity of the Caravelle is 70 liters.
The permitted trailer load of the Caravelle with brakes is up to 2000 kg.
