Episode 345 - Volkswagen Caravelle Highline 2.0 BiTDI 4MOTION

Date of broadcast: 02 March 2016
Engine: In-line four-cylinder, 1 968 cc, twin turbodiesel
Power: 132 kW @ 4 000 rpm
Torque: 400 Nm @ 1 500 - 2 000 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 60,43 kW/ton
Gearbox: Seven-speed dual clutch, AWD
Wheels/tyres: 17-inch, 235/55 R17 tyres
0-100 km/h: 12,1 sec
Top speed: 188 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed/tested): 8,8 / 10,6 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed/tested): 909 km / 755 km
CO2 emissions: 232 g/km
Pros: Spacious and versatile. A good drive.
Cons: Turbo lag on pull-off.
Retail price: R857 000
Price as tested: R857 000
Prices correct on date of broadcast.

[@olukayodeokunowo4631]

It is a very useful van. 👍 I have t4 of 5 cylinders too. I love it because of its comfort and durability.

[@Preyser123]

Greetings from Cape Town. I was first introduces to these kombis through the Microbus and Caravelle with the 2.3 and 2.6 litre Audi 5 cylinder engines in the backand I was first introduced to the diesel models through the Caravelle T4 2.5tdi which we currently have. If I happen to get hold of a Caravelle T5 I would go for the model with the 2 litre BiTDI engine with the manual transmition and 2-wheel drive.

[@hwleitner2009]

The 5 cylinder engines gave the old ones a lot of character. The DSG will cost you in repairs as a second hand proposition. A more substantial engine would go a long way to improving it. Great review.

[@augustinelugoloobi1091]

Nice car