Is VW Caravelle reliable?
The Caravelle has yet to feature in our Driver Power reliability survey but Volkswagen itself has. The brand ranked a mid-table 17th in the 2019 poll.
What is the difference between Caravelle and Multivan?
The difference is in the top-shelf Multivan Highline’s Servotronic steering box. The Caravelle uses the midrange 103kW turbo version, the Multivan Highline uses the top-end 132kW biturbo. Base versions of other commercial Transporter models come with a 75kW version.
How long is a VW Caravelle?
Short wheelbase derivatives are 4,904mm long and the long wheelbase ones stretch to 5,304mm. All Caravells are 2,297mm wide from door mirror tip to door mirror tip and just shy of 2 meters tall. In terms of weight, the heaviest 4Motion 4×4 models are 2,495kg and even the lightest model in the range is 2,330kg.
Can you convert VW shuttle?
Can you convert a VW transporter shuttle or caravelle? Both these models have heating in the roof, Sometimes in the rear quarter panel, and because of this have different trims used in the B pillar backwards. These will not finish off well when fitting a Reimo roof so we will not convert these models.
What is the difference between a Caravelle and a Kombi?
The Kombi can be powered with either 75kW or 103kW engine while the Caravelle is offered with a single 132kW engine. The 75kW engine is mated to a five-speed manual while 103kW can be coupled to either six-speed manual or seven-speed DSG auto. The Caravelle is only available with DSG transmission.
How heavy is a VW Caravelle?
With a fuel consumption of 6.3 litres/100km – 45 mpg UK – 37 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 11.9 seconds, a maximum top speed of 113 mph (182 km/h), a curb weight of 4403 lbs (1997 kgs), the Caravelle T6.
What kind of car is the Volkswagen Caravelle?
The Volkswagen Caravelle. It is, in every way, the definitive extra-large people carrier, developed over half a century of history that has seen this vehicle and its predecessors share and change the lives of countless families in almost every country of the world.
When did the VW Caravelle T5 generation end?
This T5 generation Caravelle range sold until mid-2015 when it was replaced by the T6 generation model. There’s something a little more up-market about a Caravelle, a class and quality that marks it out from mainstream brand rivals.
How much is a 2003 VW Caravelle worth?
The post 2003 shape Caravelle saw the model move further upmarket again and used prices reflect this shift in sophistication. A 2003 Caravelle 2.5TDI 130 SE is currently worth around £18,000 if showing around 20,000 miles, while a 2005 05-plated 2.5TDI 174 SE will fetch £23,500. WHAT SHOULD I LOOK OUT FOR?
What’s the best way to buy a Caravelle?
Buying a Caravelle is an adventure in itself as no two vehicles seem to be specified identically. Take your time, drive a few and pick a well looked after example that vaguely approximates what you’re after. All too often, even full-sized MPVs fall into a familiar trap. Load them with a few people and there’s nowhere to put the bags.