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2018 Volkswagen Caddy
The new Volkswagen Caddy is a Van Under 3.5t offered in None Car Van, None Combi and 5D Mini Mpv body styles. Available in Australia from $24,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Runner variant and topping out at $39,090 for the Comfortline.
There are 6 variants of the Caddy available in Australia and this generation went on sale in August of 2017.
Engine options include 1.4L turbo petrol direct injection (92kW/220Nm), 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (75kW/250Nm) and 1.2L turbo petrol direct injection (62kW/160Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, manual or 5-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2018 Caddy is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$24,990 - $39,090†
Transmission
5 or 6-speed manual or 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Car Van, Combi, or Mini Mpv
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$24,990 - $39,090†
Transmission
5 or 6-speed manual or 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Car Van, Combi, or Mini Mpv
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
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Available Variants
The Volkswagen Caddy comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Runner and the most expensive being Comfortline.
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Power to Weight
46.61 - 69.64 kW/t
29.14 kW/t
80.26 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
5.3 - 6.2 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
887 - 1,038 km
852 km
1,290 km
Price
$24,990 - $36,290
$23,990
$58,120
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 4 years
3 years
5 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,034 - 2,329 kg
1,810 kg
3,400 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,300 - 1,400 kg
322 kg
2,800 kg
Approach Angle
13.2 - 17.1°
13.2°
21.2°
Departure Angle
14.8 - 18.1°
14.8°
19.9°
Ground Clearance Unladen
172 - 187 mm
154 mm
223 mm
Payload Capacity
720 - 843 kg
540 kg
1,416 kg
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Dimensions
4,408 mm
1,773 mm
1,836 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,408 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,773 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,836 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,682 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,100 mm |
| Load Capacity | 778 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Caddy is the Runner that starts from $24,990.
See all Volkswagen Caddy PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Caddy is the Comfortline that starts from $39,090.
See all Volkswagen Caddy PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Caddy is 1400 kg offered by the following variants: Base and Maxi.
See all Volkswagen Caddy towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Caddy is the Comfortline which measures 1793mm wide, 4878mm in length and sits 1868mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Caddy is the Comfortline which has 92kW of power from its 1.4L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Volkswagen Caddy is built in Poland and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Caddy is the Maxi Crewvan which weighs 2329 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Caddy may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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