Are VW Caddy vans reliable?
The Caddy has a good reputation for reliability. Models made before 2010 used a 1.9-litre TDI diesel engine, which was proven across the VW Group range and could take very high mileages in its stride. This has since been replaced by the more modern 1.6 TDI, which again is tried and tested in other VW products.
Can you sleep in a Volkswagen Caddy?
Volkswagen has unveiled the Caddy California, a daily driver camper van that can sleep up to four people. The Caddy California has a modular set up with an interior folding bed, pull-out rear kitchen box, and tent.
Are all VW Caddy vans diesel?
There’s a decent range of diesel and petrol engines in the Caddy line, all of which meet Euro 6 emissions standards. The diesel line-up comprises three versions of a 2.0 TDI engine making 74bhp, 101bhp and 148bhp respectively.
How many miles can a caddy do?
The best Caddy will average 55.4mpg, giving 735 miles on one tank. For a seven-seater mid-sized mpv this is a cracking statistic. Some VW dealers may not be able to service the Caddy Maxi because it is based on the van platform so make sure you check beforehand to avoid nasty surprises further down the line.
Who makes the Caddy van?
Volkswagen Group
Volkswagen Caddy/Manufacturers
Are 1.6 VW Caddy any good?
Rating: High quality interior, refined and comfortable making it ideal for both long and short work, impressive TDI engines are punchy yet frugal, ESP as standard. 1.6 TDI model can feel underpowered when full laden, narrow load area compared to rivals, increasing number of injector problems.
What is the fastest VW Caddy?
The fastest Caddy Maxi Life is the 150hp 2.0-litre turbodiesel, which does 0-62mph in 10.3 seconds and has a top speed of 121mph. This has a six-speed manual gearbox as standard; in this instance the six-speed DSG automatic has no impact on acceleration, but does shave the top speed down to 119mph.
What car is VW Caddy based on?
Volkswagen Golf Mk1
Released in 1979, the first Volkswagen Caddy, also known as Volkswagen Golf Mk1 Caddy is a coupe utility and van based on the Volkswagen Group A1 platform, shared with the small family car Volkswagen Golf Mk1.