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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 1.6 D (50 Hp) Manual 4-speed reaches a top speed of 103 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 1981–1987
Platform VW T3
Variant 1.6 D (50 Hp) Manual 4-speed
Body type van
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Diesel
Seats 7
Doors 4

Power & torque

Power 50 HP
Power @ max rpm 4200 rpm
Torque 103 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 2000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 103 km/h

Engine

Engine code JK
Displacement 1588 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 76.5 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 23
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Precombustion Chamber Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain sohc
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 16.0 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 manual
Gears 4
Gearbox code 091
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 1550 kg
Kerb weight (min) 1550 kg
Kerb weight (max) 1580 kg
Max weight 2360 kg
Max load 810 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel urban 9.1 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 9.1 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 31 kg/Hp, 32.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 15 kg/Nm, 66.5 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 1981
End Of Production 1987
Front Overhang 1175
Rear Overhang 965

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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