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Volkswagen Caravelle Typ 2 (1981–1992) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 3 1981 - 1992 Typ 2 Van
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Volkswagen Caravelle Typ 2 overview

The Volkswagen Caravelle (Typ 2) is the 3rd generation of the Caravelle, built from 1981 to 1992. It is offered as a Van with 13 engines (diesel, petrol), from 50 HP to 112 HP. The e-Caravelle 70.9 kWh (136 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.8 s, reaches a top speed of 112 km/h and is 5450 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Caravelle have?

The Volkswagen Caravelle (Typ 2) has 50 HP to 112 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Ea086 (50 HP), 1.7 Ea086 (57 HP), 1.9 Wbx (60 HP), 1.6 Ea086 (70 HP), 1.9 Wbx (78 HP), 1.9 (78 Hp) Syncro 14 (78 HP), 1.9 (78 Hp) Manual 5-speed (78 HP), 1.9 (78 Hp) Manual 4-speed (78 HP), 1.9 (78 Hp) Automatic (78 HP), 1.9 Wbx (83 HP), 1.9 Wbx (90 HP), 2.1 Wbx (95 HP), 2.1 Wbx (112 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen Caravelle?

The Volkswagen Caravelle is available with 13 engines: 1.6 Ea086 (50 HP, diesel), 1.7 Ea086 (57 HP, diesel), 1.9 Wbx (60 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea086 (70 HP, diesel), 1.9 Wbx (78 HP, petrol), 1.9 (78 Hp) Syncro 14 (78 HP, petrol), 1.9 (78 Hp) Manual 5-speed (78 HP, petrol), 1.9 (78 Hp) Manual 4-speed (78 HP, petrol), 1.9 (78 Hp) Automatic (78 HP, petrol), 1.9 Wbx (83 HP, petrol), 1.9 Wbx (90 HP, petrol), 2.1 Wbx (95 HP, petrol), 2.1 Wbx (112 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Caravelle?

The Volkswagen Caravelle is 5450 mm long, 2032 mm wide, 1968 mm tall, with a 3500 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Caravelle?

The Volkswagen Caravelle e-Caravelle 70.9 kWh (136 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.8 s and has a top speed of 112 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Caravelle T7 Long
Year 2026–present
Platform VW MQB / MQB A0
Variant e-Caravelle 70.9 kWh (136 Hp)
Body type van
Engine type Electric
Fuel type Electric
Seats 8
Doors 4

Performance

Top speed 112 km/h
0–100 km/h 12.8 s
0–62 mph 12.8 s

Engine

Engine code APP550

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Bev Electric Vehicle
Drivetrain architecture One Electric Motor Drives The Rear Wheels
Gearbox type reduction_gear
Gears 1
Gearbox code single_speed
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 5450 mm
Width 2032 mm
Height 1968 mm
Wheelbase 3500 mm
Boot space 2411 – 5490 L
Ground clearance 201 mm
Turning circle 13.0 m

Mass

Kerb weight 2430 kg
Kerb weight (min) 2430 kg
Kerb weight (max) 2491 kg
Max weight 3350 kg
Max load 859 kg

Chassis & brakes

Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Electric Steering
Tire size 215/65 R16; 215/60 R17; 235/50 R19
Wheel rims 6.5J x 16; 6.5J x 17; 7.5J x 19
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 17.9 kg/Hp, 56 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 5.9 kg/Nm, 170.8 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 170 kg

Electric / hybrid

Battery capacity (net) 70.9 kWh
Electric range (WLTP) 332 km
Electric motor power 136 HP
Electric motor torque 415 Nm
Energy consumption (WLTP) 22.2 kWh/100km

Other

Start Of Production 2026
Width Including Mirrors 2275
Front Overhang 958
Rear Overhang 992

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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