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Week at the Wheel: VW Caravelle Executive. Image by Dave Jenkins.

Week at the Wheel: VW Caravelle Executive
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Reviews homepage -> Volkswagen reviews -> 2010 Volkswagen Caravelle -> Executive 2.0 BiTDI technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 119
0-62 mph (seconds): 11.4

Urban mpg: 28.2
Extra urban mpg: 42.2
Combined mpg: 35.8
CO2 (g/km): 208


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4892
Height (mm): 1970
Width (mm): 1904
Wheelbase (mm): 3000
Gross weight (kg): 3000
Kerb weight (kg): 2365
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 2500
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 80


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Twin-turbocharged four-cylinder turbodiesel engine mounted in front.

Management: Emissions controlled to EUV levels.

Cubic capacity (cc): 1968
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder (16v).
Max. power (bhp): 178 at 4000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 195 at 1500 rpm

Transmission: Seven-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic fitted to test car. Front-wheel drive. Six-speed manual is standard.


 
Chassis & running gear

Steering: Power assisted steering.

Wheels: Alloy wheels as standard on this model.








 

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