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Volkswagen Caravelle Typ 2 (1981–1992) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 3 1981 - 1992 Typ 2 Van
Volkswagen Caravelle
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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 1.9 (78 Hp) Automatic reaches a top speed of 125 km/h and is 4600 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 4600 mm long, 1845 mm wide, 1950 mm tall, with a 2460 mm wheelbase.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Caravelle T3
Year 1986–1990
Platform VW T3
Variant 1.9 (78 Hp) Automatic
Body type van
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 7
Doors 4

Power & torque

Power 78 HP
Power @ max rpm 4400 rpm
Torque 153 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 2600 rpm

Performance

Top speed 125 km/h

Engine

Engine code DG
Displacement 1913 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration boxer
Bore 94.0 mm
Stroke 68.9 mm
Compression ratio 8.6
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system carburettor
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain ohv
Oil capacity 4.5 L
Coolant 17.5 L
Engine layout Rear Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type torque_converter
Gears 3
Gearbox code 090
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 4600 mm
Width 1845 mm
Height 1950 mm
Wheelbase 2460 mm
Front track 1583 mm
Rear track 1570 mm
Boot space 1700 – 2930 L
Ground clearance 190 mm
Turning circle 10.7 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1520 kg
Kerb weight (min) 1520 kg
Kerb weight (max) 1550 kg
Max weight 2390 kg
Max load 870 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel urban 12.6 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 11.2 L/100km
Fuel tank 60.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Coil Spring Double Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer
Rear suspension Independent Coil Spring Trailing Arm
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes drum
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 185/80 R14; 205/70 R14
Wheel rims 5.5J x 14; 6J x 14

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 19.5 kg/Hp, 51.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 9.9 kg/Nm, 100.7 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 1986
End Of Production 1990
Front Overhang 1175
Rear Overhang 965

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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