Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has presented the new Caddy California to the world for the first time - the successor to the multi-functional Caddy Beach.
The Caddy California is based on the new fifth generation Caddy and so is the first camper van to use the design benefits of the modular transverse matrix (MQB): latest technologies and an increase in space. The Caddy California, with a length of 4,501mm, will be launched before the end of the year, and a version with a longer wheelbase (4,853mm) will follow in 2021.
Clever fold-out bed
The rear has clever camper van fittings such as a new fold-out bed with cup springs and a high-quality mattress; its construction provides the same high level of sleeping comfort as the beds in the T6.1 California and Grand California.
New mini kitchen
The Caddy California’s optional mini kitchen is hinged to the left cargo space wall beneath the bed, when the hatch opens it can be pulled out to the rear. The hatch also provides protection from the rain while cooking. The new mini kitchen has two pull-out parts. The top section has a single-hob gas cooker, while the bottom pull-out part contains a cutlery tray and further storage space.
Panoramic roof
The Caddy California can as an option be configured with a large panoramic sunroof. At night the 1.4m2 glass roof opens up a view of the stars and by day floods the interior with light.
Latest generation high-tech infotainment
Thanks to the MQB, new technologies make their entry into this model line. Interactive interfaces to the driver and front-seat passenger are formed, for instance, by the new ‘Digital Cockpit’ (optionally fully digital instruments) and radio and infotainment systems with up to 10-inch displays.
Assisted driving
The new technology highlights of the Caddy California include progressive driver assistance systems like Travel Assist – a system for partially automated driving across the entire speed range. Equally innovative: Trailer Assist for partially automated and thus extremely easy manoeuvring with a trailer. In all, 19 different driver assistance systems will be available.
Engines and optional all-wheel drive
Thanks to a twin SCR catalytic converter and the double injection – twin dosing – of AdBlue that it facilitates, the nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are significantly reduced compared to the previous model. At launch, the TDI engines will come in two power output levels: 75PS and 122PS. The efficiency of the TDI engines is further improved by the Caddy California’s new exterior design. The Caddy California will also be available with all-wheel drive (4MOTION).
Virtual trade show stand for camper vans
Starting on Friday 4 September, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will present the new Caddy California to the public on a virtual trade show stand.
Online visitors to http://bit.ly/start_virtueller-reisemobil-messestand will be able to find out more on a virtual tour of the show not only about the new model, but also about the California 6.1 and Grand California ranges. The stand will be online until well into the autumn.