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1.6L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD
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Volkswagen Caddy Special Edition (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Volkswagen Caddy Special Edition is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Car Van that was released to the Australian market on 4th June 2012. The Volkswagen Caddy is regarded as a Van Under 3.5t built in Poland with prices starting at $28,650 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Caddy is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 75 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Caddy Special Edition uses 5.7L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 149g of CO2. It has a 60L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1053km per full tank
The Volkswagen Caddy measures 1823mm (71.8 inches) in height, 4406mm (173.5 inches) in length, 1794mm (70.6 inches) in width with a 2681mm (105.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1395kg (3075.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The Caddy Special Edition comes standard with 205/55 R17 front tyres and 205/55 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 Volkswagen Caddy Special Edition has a 156mm ground clearance with a 1500kg braked and 710kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
48.13 - 66.49 kW/t
40.69 kW/t
75.99 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
5.7 - 7 L/100km
5.5 L/100km
12.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
857 - 1,053 km
529 km
1,176 km
Price
$19,990 - $36,490
$19,990
$59,690
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 - 5 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,089 - 2,373 kg
2,089 kg
3,200 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,300 - 1,500 kg
750 kg
2,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
152 - 156 mm
151 mm
190 mm
Payload Capacity
700 - 850 kg
700 kg
1,345 kg
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Dimensions
4,406 mm
1,794 mm
1,823 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,406 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,794 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,681 mm |
| Load Capacity | 780 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 5.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 7.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 79.5
Engine (cc): 1598
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 80.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Type: Total
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1053
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 654
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 45
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 36
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.7
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 102
Maximum Power (kW): 75
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Heavy Duty
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Tread Type: Regular
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Tread Type: Regular
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Body Style
Body Type: Car Van
Local Body Type: Car Van
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 113.0
Cargo Volume (L): 3200
Height (in): 49.0
Height (mm): 1552
Length (in): 70.1
Length (mm): 1781
Loading Floor Height (in): 22.7
Loading Floor Height (mm): 576
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 46.1
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1172
Width (in): 61.1
Width (mm): 1552
External Dimensions
Front Overhang (in): 34.6
Front Overhang (mm): 878
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 156
Overall Height (in): 71.8
Overall Height (mm): 1823
Overall Length (in): 173.5
Overall Length (mm): 4406
Overall Width (in): 70.6
Overall Width (mm): 1794
Rear Overhang (in): 33.3
Rear Overhang (mm): 847
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11100
Wheelbase (in): 105.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2681
Cargo Doors
Driver Height (in): 43.6
Driver Height (mm): 1108
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 27.6
Driver Width (mm): 700
Passenger Height (in): 43.6
Passenger Height (mm): 1108
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 27.6
Passenger Width (mm): 700
Rear Height (in): 44.4
Rear Height (mm): 1129
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 46.7
Rear Width (mm): 1185
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Roof Rails
Colour: Black
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 710
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1565
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2175
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4795
Payload Allowance (kg): 780
Payload Allowance (lb): 1720
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3075
Tare Weight (kg): 1353
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Floor Covering
Load Area: Plastic/Rubber
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20081003
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: 2
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.9 Tdi Caddy Life Van Lhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: 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
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Anti-Theft Protection
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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