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Anthony Crawford
2021 Volkswagen Transporter 'T6.1' range review
Few vans or people movers are as desirable as Volkswagen's latest T6.1 line-up, now with more tech, safety and refinement.
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Volkswagen Caravelle vs Kia Rondo
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2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Mpv, Diesel, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Trendline
Variant
S
Body type
MPV
Body type
Mini Mpv
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 340Nm
Power and torque
122kW / 213Nm
1212km
734km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
9
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
5.00 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Manufacturer Name: Automatische Distanzregelung Acc
Cruise Control
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Electric Trunk Hatch Pull Down
Manufacturer Name: Power Remote Tailgate
Electric Trunk Hatch Pull Down
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Wireless Connection: yes
Mobile Integration
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 9.20
Navigational Systems
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
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Bluetooth
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Media Control
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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 166
CO2 Level (Combined): 175
CO2 Level (Urban): 191
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 184
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1999
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 97.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.3
Main Capacity (L): 58
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 6.50
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 4.3
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
Type: Lcd Screen
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1212
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 753
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 734
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 456
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 22
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 13.0
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 200
Maximum Speed (mph): 124
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3250
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 166
Maximum Power (kW): 122
Maximum Torque (Nm): 213
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4700
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Differential Lock
Location: Front
Differential Lock
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: DSG
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Trailing Arm
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 21.2
Departure Angle: 16.2
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 236.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 6700
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 59.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1694
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 536
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.1
Front Track (mm): 1628
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 222
Overall Height (in): 78.3
Overall Height (mm): 1990
Overall Length (in): 208.8
Overall Length (mm): 5304
Overall Width (in): 75.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 90.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2297
Overall Width (mm): 1904
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1628
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 43.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13200
Wheelbase (in): 133.9
Wheelbase (mm): 3400
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 151
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 63.4
Overall Height (mm): 1610
Overall Length (in): 178.1
Overall Length (mm): 4525
Overall Width (in): 71.1
Overall Width (mm): 1805
Wheelbase (in): 108.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2750
Internal Dimensions
Rear Hip Room (in): 66.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1692
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1035
Rear Headroom (in): 39.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 1002
Front Leg Room (in): 40.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1034
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 940
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1438
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1440
Body Style
Body Type: MPV
Local Body Type: MPV
Platform Code: T6
Wheelbase Type: Long
Body Style
Body Type: Mini Mpv
Local Body Type: Mini Mpv
Platform Code: MG
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Sliding
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
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Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: 3rd Row Side
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Blind
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Blind
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5512
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3080
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6790
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2183
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4813
Tare Weight (kg): 2124
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 740
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1631
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2200
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4850
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1582
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3488
Tare Weight (kg): 1546
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 7
Subwoofer: yes
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Third Row Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Third Row Seat Belts
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20130101
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Captains
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Captains
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Front Seat Center Armrest
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Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 9
Configuration: 2+2+2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
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Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12