PODCAST: VW Caravelle’s move away from diesel a bold strategy
One of South Africa's most iconic people mover's now only offered with plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Volkswagen's new Caravelle model marks a significant shift away from diesel engines, instead introducing a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. This change is showcased in the Caravelle eHybrid 4Motion Style, which replaces the previous T6.1 model. The eHybrid powertrain combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, a 19.7kWh battery pack, and two electric motors, delivering a system total of 180kW and 350Nm of torque.
The electric range of the Caravelle eHybrid is up to 95km, while the overall range reaches 700km. The all-wheel drive system operates primarily in front-wheel drive, switching to all-wheel drive in Sport mode or when traction is lost. The Caravelle supports DC charging up to 50kW, with a full charge taking approximately 26 minutes.
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