Volkswagen Caravelle MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 SE LWB 5dr

For If you carry full loads regularly, you will appreciate the extra power this Caravelle has over the 138bhp-powered car. There's masses of space – 400mm more cabin space than the short-wheelbase version.

Against Emissions and fuel costs are high, while the Caravelle's van-based origins won't be to everyone's taste. It's very expensive, too.

What Car? says

1 out of 5 stars

You will love the engine and the acres of space the long wheelbase brings, but do you really need them?

Reader review rating

3.785714

Key facts

0–60mph: 11.4 secs
Top speed: 119 mph
Average mpg: 37.2
Tank range: 655 miles

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View the whole Volkswagen Caravelle MPV range

Cheaper

MPV 2.0 TDI 140 SE SWB 5dr
£31,735
MPV 2.0 TDI 140 SE LWB 5dr
£32,735
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 SE SWB 5dr
£33,510
MPV 2.0 TDI 140 Executive SWB 5dr
£34,435
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 SE LWB 5dr
£34,510
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 Executive SWB 5dr
£36,210
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 SE 4Motion SWB 5dr
£36,235
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 Executive DSG 5dr
£37,985
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 Exec 4Motion SWB 5dr
£38,935

More expensive

MPV 2.0 TDI 140 SE SWB 5dr
£31,735
MPV 2.0 TDI 140 SE LWB 5dr
£32,735
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 SE SWB 5dr
£33,510
MPV 2.0 TDI 140 Executive SWB 5dr
£34,435
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 SE LWB 5dr
£34,510
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 Executive SWB 5dr
£36,210
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 SE 4Motion SWB 5dr
£36,235
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 Executive DSG 5dr
£37,985
MPV 2.0 BiTDI 180 Exec 4Motion SWB 5dr
£38,935

The Volkswagen Caravelle MPV full review Read in full

Performance
3 out of 5 stars
Both diesels are up to the job
Ride & Handling
2 out of 5 stars
Rides and handles like a big van
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Slick diesel engines
Buying & Owning
1 out of 5 stars
Expensive to buy and run
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Van-based, so should be strong
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Good provision in both areas
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Good driving position and visibility
Space & Practicality
4 out of 5 stars
Spacious; various seat layouts
Equipment
1 out of 5 stars
Not overendowed with kit

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Caravelle is a huge, practical but pricey contender. It’s a seven-seater as standard, although you can specify aircraft-style seats instead of the three-seat bench in the rear to make it a luxury six- or, with the long wheelbase, seven-seater.

With the 'sleep pack', the bench can even be converted into a bed with extra blinds also provided along with a heater to keep you toasty warm at night without running the engine.

The interior’s fit and finish are good, and all models come with rails in the floor so you can move the seats and versatile table to tailor the cabin to your needs. The second row seats also swivel to face forwards or backwards. Be warned, though – freeing up maximum cargo space involves lifting the seats out entirely, and they’re exceptionally heavy.