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2021 Volkswagen Caddy

New from

$34,990 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Not Available

Safety Rating

Not Available

Warranty

5 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

4.9 / 100km

About the Volkswagen Caddy

Last updated Sep 26, 2025

The new Volkswagen Caddy is a Van Under 3.5t offered in None Car Van, 5D Car Van, 5D Mini Mpv and None Combi body styles. Available in Australia from $34,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $54,990 for the California Maxi.

There are 5 variants of the Caddy available in Australia and this generation went on sale in March of 2021.

The Volkswagen Caddy is only available with an diesel motor that produces 90kW and 320Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

The new 2021 Caddy is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

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Power to Weight

49.45 - 50.36 kW/t

44.32 kW/t

101.12 kW/t

Fuel Efficiency

4.9 L/100km

9.6 L/100km

Vehicle Range

1,020 km

705 km

1,216 km

Price

$45,490 - $54,990

$44,250

$87,990

Warranty (Years)

5 years

8 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

Years on Sale

3 - 4 years

3 years

5 years

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

2,300 kg

3,500 kg

Braked Towing Capacity

1,500 kg

1,000 kg

2,500 kg

Ground Clearance Unladen

143 mm

222 mm

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Volkswagen Caddy News

Volkswagen Caddy people-mover gets five-star ANCAP crash score

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Volkswagen Caddy people-mover gets five-star ANCAP crash score

Volkswagen's smallest people-mover, the new Caddy MPV, has aced the most stringent NCAP crash test protocols.

4 Years Ago

Volkswagen Caddy California delayed to 2022

William Stopford

Volkswagen Caddy California delayed to 2022

Volkswagen's smallest camper won't pitch a tent here until early 2022, with the Caddy California arriving several months after the rest of the range.

4 Years Ago

William Stopford

2021 Volkswagen Caddy price and specs

The Volkswagen Caddy joins its stablemates in moving to the MQB platform. Prices start at $34,990 before on-road costs.

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2021 Volkswagen Caddy Price

Base

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD	$37,990
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD	$34,990

Maxi

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD	$39,990
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD	$45,490
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD	$36,990

Maxi Crewvan

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Combi, Diesel, FWD	$43,990

Life Maxi

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Mini Mpv, Diesel, FWD	$49,990

California Maxi

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Mini Mpv, Diesel, FWD	$54,990

*excl. on-roads

All Volkswagen Caddy Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2025	$41,225	$64,225
2024	$40,990	$64,090
2023	$36,990	$61,790
2022	$34,990	$59,690
2021	$34,990	$54,990

*excl. on-roads

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2021 Volkswagen Caddy Specs

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Base

Audio
- Connection External Usb Front
- Number Of Speakers: 2
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- System Colour Screen
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
- System Touch Screen
- Total Number Of Front Usb Connections: 2
Body exterior
- Body Length: Regular
- Body Type: Car Van
- Local Body Type: Car Van
- Local Number Of Doors: 4
- Number Of Doors: 4
- Platform Code: Mqb
- Roof Type: Standard
- Wheelbase Type: Short
Brakes
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Bumpers
- Front Colour: Black
- Front Location: Front
- Rear Colour: Black
- Rear Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 58.98
Convenience
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Front Usb Charging Port Location: Front
- Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
- Mobile Integration Apple Number Of Months Subscription Inc: Unlimited
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Display Type: Colour
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.0
- Number Of Front Usb Charging Port: 2
- Parking Assistance Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Assistance Rear Type: Semi-auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Start
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
Dimensions
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (l): 3100
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (cu Ft): 109.5
- Cargo Area Height (in): 50.1
- Cargo Area Height (mm): 1614
- Cargo Area Length (in): 70.7
- Cargo Area Length (mm): 1797
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (in): 23.1
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (mm): 586
- Cargo Area Standard Measurement: Manufacturer's Own
- Cargo Area Width (in): 63.5
- Cargo Area Width (mm): 1614
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.4
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1230
- External Dimensions Front Overhang (in): 35.0
- External Dimensions Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.7
- External Dimensions Rear Overhang (in): 33.7
- Front Overhang (mm): 890
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
- Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11400
- Overall Height (mm): 1856
- Overall Length (mm): 4500
- Overall Width (mm): 1855
- Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2100
- Rear Overhang (mm): 855
- Wheelbase (mm): 2755
Doors
- Cargo Doors Driver Height (mm): 1108
- Cargo Doors Driver Height In: 43.6
- Cargo Doors Driver Location: Driver
- Cargo Doors Driver Operation: Sliding
- Cargo Doors Driver Width (mm): 700
- Cargo Doors Driver Width In: 27.6
- Cargo Doors Passenger Height (mm): 1096
- Cargo Doors Passenger Height In: 43.1
- Cargo Doors Passenger Location: Passenger
- Cargo Doors Passenger Operation: Sliding
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width (mm): 695
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width In: 27.4
- Cargo Doors Rear Height (mm): 1122
- Cargo Doors Rear Height In: 44.2
- Cargo Doors Rear Location: Rear
- Cargo Doors Rear Opening Angle: 90
- Cargo Doors Rear Operation: Double Hinged
- Cargo Doors Rear Width (mm): 1234
- Cargo Doors Rear Width In: 48.6
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Driver Auxiliary Door Shut
- Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
- Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
- Rear Passenger Auxiliary Door Shut
- Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
- Rear Passenger Door Type: Sliding
Engine
- Bore Engine: 81.0
- Compressor: Turbo
- Electrical System Voltage: 12
- Energy Recuperation Engine
- Engine (l): 2.0
- Engine (cc): 1968
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Compressors: 1
- Number Of Cylinders: 4
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 95.5
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 50
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
- Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Fuel Consumption
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Location: Dashboard Centre 1
- Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen Display
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 8.3
- Display Screen Instrument Cluster1 Screen Size (in): 10.3
- Instrument Cluster 1 Display Screen Location: Instrument Cluster 1
- Instrument Cluster Type: Lcd Screen
Interior trim
- Floor Covering Load Area: Plastic/rubber
- Floor Covering Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
- Upholstery Color: Black
Lights
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Halogen
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
- Headlights Lens Type: Complex Surface
- Led Brake Lights Location: Brake Lights
- Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Locks
- Anti-theft Protection Anti-lift
- Anti-theft Protection Interior Monitoring
- Anti-theft Protection Peripheral
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Paint
- External Color: White
- Type: Gloss
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1020
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 4.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 20.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 4.9
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 122
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 90
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 320
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4250
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Roof
- Roof Rails Colour: Black
Safety
- Anti Collision System Activates Brake Lights
- Anti Collision System Auto Emergency Braking
- Anti Collision System Brakes At Low Speed: Front
- Anti Collision System Driver Monitor
- Anti Collision System Minimum Speed To Activate (km/h): 5
- Anti Collision System Operates Above 50 Km/h
- Anti Collision System Operates Below 50 Km/h
- Anti Collision System Pedestrian Cyclist Avoidance System
- Anti Collision System Visual Acoustic Warning
- Autonomous Drive Active Lane Control
- Autonomous Drive Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Number Of Airbags: 4
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Type: Sensor
- Side Airbag Front Head Protection
- Side Airbag Front Location: Front
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
- Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
- Seating Capacity: 2
- Seating Configuration: 2+0
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 15000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
Steering
- Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Refrigerated Storage Glove Compartment Location: Glove Compartment
Suspension
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Strut
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Leaf
- Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Rear Type: Beam
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Transmission
- Drive Driven Wheels: Front
- Limited Slip Differential Front Location: Front
- Limited Slip Differential Front Type: Electronic
- Transmission Code: Mq381-7f
- Transmission Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (dct)
- Transmission Manual Mode
- Transmission Manual Sequential
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 7
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Manual
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Black
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Driver Third Row Window Location: Driver
- Driver Third Row Window Type: Fixed
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Black
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Passenger Third Row Window Location: Passenger
- Passenger Third Row Window Type: Fixed
- Privacy Glass Rear Location: Rear
- Privacy Glass Rear Side Location: Rear Side
- Rear Side Windows Driver Location: Driver
- Rear Side Windows Driver Type: Fixed
- Rear Side Windows Passenger Location: Passenger
- Rear Side Windows Passenger Type: Fixed
- Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 144
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 12
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 60
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 60
Weights
- Front Axle Weight (kg): 1160
- Front Axle Weight (lb): 2557
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
- Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2250
- Payload Allowance (kg): 724
- Payload Inc Driver (kg): 799
- Payload Inc Driver (lb): 1762
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1526
- Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1240
- Tare Weight (kg): 1492
- Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 17
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
- Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
- Rear Wheels Axle 1 Location: 1
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Steel
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 17
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
- Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

Maxi

Adds to Base:

Body exterior
- Local Number Of Doors: 5
- Number Of Doors: 5
- Wheelbase Type: Long
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 56.39
Dimensions
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (l): 3700
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (cu Ft): 130.7
- Cargo Area Height (in): 50.2
- Cargo Area Length (in): 84.6
- Cargo Area Length (mm): 2150
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (in): 23.2
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (mm): 589
- External Dimensions Rear Overhang (in): 39.1
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 159
- Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12100
- Overall Height (mm): 1860
- Overall Length (mm): 4853
- Rear Overhang (mm): 993
- Wheelbase (mm): 2970
Doors
- Cargo Doors Driver Height (mm): 1096
- Cargo Doors Driver Height In: 43.1
- Cargo Doors Driver Width (mm): 836
- Cargo Doors Driver Width In: 32.9
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width (mm): 836
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width In: 32.9
Weights
- Front Axle Weight (kg): 1200
- Front Axle Weight (lb): 2646
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2350
- Payload Allowance (kg): 754
- Payload Inc Driver (kg): 829
- Payload Inc Driver (lb): 1828
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1596
- Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1330
- Tare Weight (kg): 1562

Removes from Base:

Body exterior
- Local Number Of Doors: 4
- Number Of Doors: 4
- Wheelbase Type: Short
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 58.98
Dimensions
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (l): 3100
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (cu Ft): 109.5
- Cargo Area Height (in): 50.1
- Cargo Area Length (in): 70.7
- Cargo Area Length (mm): 1797
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (in): 23.1
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (mm): 586
- External Dimensions Rear Overhang (in): 33.7
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
- Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11400
- Overall Height (mm): 1856
- Overall Length (mm): 4500
- Rear Overhang (mm): 855
- Wheelbase (mm): 2755
Doors
- Cargo Doors Driver Height (mm): 1108
- Cargo Doors Driver Height In: 43.6
- Cargo Doors Driver Width (mm): 700
- Cargo Doors Driver Width In: 27.6
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width (mm): 695
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width In: 27.4
Weights
- Front Axle Weight (kg): 1160
- Front Axle Weight (lb): 2557
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2250
- Payload Allowance (kg): 724
- Payload Inc Driver (kg): 799
- Payload Inc Driver (lb): 1762
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1526
- Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1240
- Tare Weight (kg): 1492

Maxi Crewvan

Adds to Maxi:

Body exterior
- Body Type: Combi
- Local Body Type: Combi
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 53.07
Dimensions
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (l): 3105
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (cu Ft): 109.7
- Cargo Area Height (in): 47.7
- Cargo Area Height (mm): 1185
- Cargo Area Length (in): 89.2
- Cargo Area Length (mm): 2265
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (in): 22.2
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (mm): 563
- Cargo Area Width (in): 46.7
- Cargo Area Width (mm): 1185
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 46.7
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1185
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 143
Doors
- Cargo Doors Driver Height (mm): 1072
- Cargo Doors Driver Height In: 42.2
- Cargo Doors Driver Width (mm): 844
- Cargo Doors Driver Width In: 33.2
- Cargo Doors Passenger Height (mm): 1072
- Cargo Doors Passenger Height In: 42.2
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width (mm): 844
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width In: 33.2
- Cargo Doors Rear Height (mm): 1098
- Cargo Doors Rear Height In: 43.2
- Cargo Doors Rear Width (mm): 1185
- Cargo Doors Rear Width In: 46.7
Safety
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
- Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
- Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-point
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Seats
- Front Rear Seat Facing Direction: Front
- Front Rear Seat Seating Capacity: 3
- Front Rear Seat Type: Individual & Bench
- Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Storage
- Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Visibility
- Rear Side Windows Driver Type: Sliding
- Rear Side Windows Passenger Type: Sliding
Weights
- Front Axle Weight (kg): 1220
- Front Axle Weight (lb): 2690
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2450
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1696
- Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1150
- Tare Weight (kg): 1662
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215

Removes from Maxi:

Body exterior
- Body Type: Car Van
- Local Body Type: Car Van
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 56.39
Dimensions
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (l): 3700
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (cu Ft): 130.7
- Cargo Area Height (in): 50.2
- Cargo Area Height (mm): 1614
- Cargo Area Length (in): 84.6
- Cargo Area Length (mm): 2150
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (in): 23.2
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (mm): 589
- Cargo Area Width (in): 63.5
- Cargo Area Width (mm): 1614
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.4
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1230
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 159
Doors
- Cargo Doors Driver Height (mm): 1096
- Cargo Doors Driver Height In: 43.1
- Cargo Doors Driver Width (mm): 836
- Cargo Doors Driver Width In: 32.9
- Cargo Doors Passenger Height (mm): 1096
- Cargo Doors Passenger Height In: 43.1
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width (mm): 836
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width In: 32.9
- Cargo Doors Rear Height (mm): 1122
- Cargo Doors Rear Height In: 44.2
- Cargo Doors Rear Width (mm): 1234
- Cargo Doors Rear Width In: 48.6
Interior trim
- Floor Covering Load Area: Plastic/rubber
Seats
- Seating Capacity: 2
- Seating Configuration: 2+0
Visibility
- Rear Side Windows Driver Type: Fixed
- Rear Side Windows Passenger Type: Fixed
Weights
- Front Axle Weight (kg): 1200
- Front Axle Weight (lb): 2646
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2350
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1596
- Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1330
- Tare Weight (kg): 1562
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

Life Maxi

Adds to Maxi Crewvan:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 6
Body exterior
- Body Type: Mini Mpv
- Local Body Type: Mini Mpv
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 49.45
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Cruise Control Stop Go Function: Stop
- Internal Memory Storage Capacity (gb): 32.00
- Parking Distance System Side Location: Side
- Parking Distance System Side Type: Sensor
- Rear Usb Charging Port Location: Rear
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’s Own
- Overall Height (mm): 1836
Doors
- Cargo Doors Driver Width (mm): 701
- Cargo Doors Driver Width In: 27.6
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width (mm): 701
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width In: 27.6
- Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
Engine
- Emission Control Level Standard Met: Eu6 D
Instrumentation
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 8.30
- Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
Interior trim
- Upholstery Color: Gray
Lights
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Automatic
Locks
- Power Locks Includes Power Windows
- Power Locks Operation: Card Key
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 4.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 22.7
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 5.8
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 17.2
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 11.8
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 186
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 116
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 2750
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Roof
- Roof Rails Colour: Chrome/silver
Safety
- Anti Collision System Emergency Driver Intervention Inc Park
- Anti Collision System Emergency Driver Intervention System
- Autonomous Drive Level: 2 - Partial Automation
- Head Restraints 3rd Row Seats Location: 3rd Row Seats
- Head Restraints 3rd Row Seats Number: 2
- Lane Departure Warning Activates Steering
- Number Of Airbags: 7
- Overtaking Sensor Active Without Turn Signal
- Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
- Third Row Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Third Row Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
- Front Rear Seat Folding: 40/60
- Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
- Seating Capacity: 7
- Seating Configuration: 2+3+2
- Third Row Seat Front Facing Direction: Front
- Third Row Seat Front Seating Capacity: 2
- Third Row Seat Front Type: Bucket
Steering
- Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional
- Steering Wheel Multi Function
Storage
- Console Overhead Location: Overhead
Suspension
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Transmission
- Transmission Code: Dsg
- Transmission Gearchange Paddles
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Ventilation System Digital Display
Visibility
- Heat Reflective Glass Front Location: Front
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
- Rear View Window Type: Fixed
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2300
- Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1820
- Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 4012
- Kerb Weight Includes Driver
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1820
- Tare Weight (kg): 1786
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance
- Front Wheels Two Tone
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance
- Rear Wheels Two Tone

Removes from Maxi Crewvan:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 2
Body exterior
- Body Length: Regular
- Body Type: Combi
- Local Body Type: Combi
- Roof Type: Standard
Bumpers
- Front Colour: Black
- Front Location: Front
- Rear Colour: Black
- Rear Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 53.07
Convenience
- Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
- Mobile Integration Apple Number Of Months Subscription Inc: Unlimited
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Display Type: Colour
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.0
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
Dimensions
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (l): 3105
- Cargo Area Cargo Volume (cu Ft): 109.7
- Cargo Area Height (in): 47.7
- Cargo Area Height (mm): 1185
- Cargo Area Length (in): 89.2
- Cargo Area Length (mm): 2265
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (in): 22.2
- Cargo Area Loading Floor Height (mm): 563
- Cargo Area Standard Measurement: Manufacturer's Own
- Cargo Area Width (in): 46.7
- Cargo Area Width (mm): 1185
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 46.7
- Cargo Area Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1185
- External Dimensions Front Overhang (in): 35.0
- External Dimensions Rear Overhang (in): 39.1
- Front Overhang (mm): 890
- Overall Height (mm): 1860
- Rear Overhang (mm): 993
Doors
- Cargo Doors Driver Width (mm): 844
- Cargo Doors Driver Width In: 33.2
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width (mm): 844
- Cargo Doors Passenger Width In: 33.2
- Cargo Doors Rear Height (mm): 1098
- Cargo Doors Rear Height In: 43.2
- Cargo Doors Rear Location: Rear
- Cargo Doors Rear Opening Angle: 90
- Cargo Doors Rear Operation: Double Hinged
- Cargo Doors Rear Width (mm): 1185
- Cargo Doors Rear Width In: 46.7
- Rear Driver Auxiliary Door Shut
- Rear Passenger Auxiliary Door Shut
Fuel
- Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 8.3
- Display Screen Instrument Cluster1 Screen Size (in): 10.3
- Instrument Cluster Type: Lcd Screen
Interior trim
- Floor Covering Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
- Upholstery Color: Black
Lights
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Performance
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4250
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Roof
- Roof Rails Colour: Black
Safety
- Anti Collision System Minimum Speed To Activate (km/h): 5
- Anti Collision System Operates Above 50 Km/h
- Anti Collision System Operates Below 50 Km/h
- Autonomous Drive Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
- Number Of Airbags: 4
- Side Airbag Front Head Protection
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-way Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 15000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
Storage
- Refrigerated Storage Glove Compartment Location: Glove Compartment
Suspension
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Transmission
- Limited Slip Differential Front Location: Front
- Limited Slip Differential Front Type: Electronic
- Transmission Code: Mq381-7f
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Manual
Visibility
- Driver Third Row Window Location: Driver
- Driver Third Row Window Type: Fixed
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
- Passenger Third Row Window Location: Passenger
- Passenger Third Row Window Type: Fixed
- Rear Side Windows Driver Location: Driver
- Rear Side Windows Driver Type: Sliding
- Rear Side Windows Passenger Location: Passenger
- Rear Side Windows Passenger Type: Sliding
Weights
- Front Axle Weight (kg): 1220
- Front Axle Weight (lb): 2690
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2450
- Payload Allowance (kg): 754
- Payload Inc Driver (kg): 829
- Payload Inc Driver (lb): 1828
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1696
- Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1150
- Tare Weight (kg): 1662
- Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
- Rear Wheels Axle 1 Location: 1
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Steel

California Maxi

Adds to Life Maxi:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 4
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 50.36
Convenience
- Mobile Integration Android Auto
- Mobile Integration Android Number Of Months Subscription: Unlimited
- Mobile Integration Android Wireless Connection
- Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
- Mobile Integration Apple Number Of Months Subscription Inc: Unlimited
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Display Type: Colour
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.00
Lights
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
Locks
- Power Locks Automatic Locking
Seats
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Visibility
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
- Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1787
- Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3940
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1787
- Tare Weight (kg): 1753
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Steel

Removes from Life Maxi:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 6
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 49.45
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
Convenience
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Rear Usb Charging Port Location: Rear
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’s Own
Interior trim
- Upholstery Color: Gray
Lights
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
- External Color: White
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 11.8
Roof
- Roof Rails Colour: Chrome/silver
Safety
- Head Restraints 3rd Row Seats Location: 3rd Row Seats
- Head Restraints 3rd Row Seats Number: 2
- Third Row Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Third Row Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Seats
- Seating Capacity: 7
- Seating Configuration: 2+3+2
- Third Row Seat Front Facing Direction: Front
- Third Row Seat Front Seating Capacity: 2
- Third Row Seat Front Type: Bucket
Visibility
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
Weights
- Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1820
- Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 4012
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1820
- Tare Weight (kg): 1786
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 17
- Front Wheels Two Tone
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 17
- Rear Wheels Two Tone

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2021 Volkswagen Caddy Dimensions

1856mm

1855mm

4500mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2021 Volkswagen Caddy Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2025	1400Kg	1500Kg
2024	1400Kg	1500Kg
2023	1400Kg	1500Kg
2022	1400Kg	1500Kg
2021	1500Kg	1500Kg

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2021 Volkswagen Caddy Fuel Economy

There are 1 different fuel economy figures for the Volkswagen Caddy

The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Caddy is the Maxi with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail and uses 4.9L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

Volkswagen Caddy	Fuel Type	Combined
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD	Diesel	4.9 L/100km
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Car Van, Diesel, FWD	Diesel	4.9 L/100km

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Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a Volkswagen Caddy?

You should service your Caddy at your authorised Volkswagen dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Caddy's warranty.

2021 Volkswagen Caddy Warranty

What is the warranty on a Volkswagen Caddy?

The Volkswagen Caddy offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.