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Fuel Type

Diesel

Transmission

Automatic

No of Seats

4 Seats

Efficiency

35.3 MPG

Emissions

211 G/KM

No of Doors

5 Doors

Reversing Camera

Parking Sensors

Sat Nav

Cruise Control

DAB Radio

Alloy Wheels

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Volkswagen California Van SWB 2.0 TDI 150PS Ocean DSG

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Technical Specification

CAP ID:

91,371

WLTP - Static Values:

1

WLTP - MPG Low:

28

WLTP - MPG Medium:

35

WLTP - MPG High:

41

WLTP - MPG Extra High:

34

WLTP - MPG Combined:

35

WLTP - CO2 Combined Maximum :

222 g/km

WLTP - MPG Combined Maximum:

33.20

WLTP - CO2 Combined Minimum:

211 g/km

WLTP - MPG Combined Minimum:

35.30

WLTP - MPG Extra High Minimum:

34.40

WLTP - MPG High Minimum:

40.90

WLTP - MPG Medium Minimum:

34.90

WLTP - MPG Low Minimum:

28.00

Emission_Testing_Scheme:

2

RDE:

2

NOX (Oxodes of Nitrogen):

0.0600

Ad Blue Tank Size:

13.00

Ad Blue:

1

Turning Circle (Kerb to Kerb):

11.90

Payload:

509

Number of Gears:

7 Gears

Number of Seats:

4 Seats

WLTP - CO2 Combined:

211

CAP ID:

91,371

WLTP - CO2 Combined:

211

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Summary

The California 6.1 won't suit everyone but the select few whose needs it meets will just love the thing, provided their retirement incomes stretch to the upfront purchase price. Living with your car doesn't get much easier than this.

Background

In one sense, Volkswagen's California is a converted van with windows and a few beds in it. In another though, this vehicle could be seen as the key to a whole new life. Let us explain. Let's say you've retired: there are only two of you and you want to travel around the UK and Europe. You don't want the continual cost of having to fork out for accommodation. But neither do you want anything as large, clunky and pricey to run as a fully-fledged motorhome. You definitely aren't a caravanning sort of person either. If I've described you, then this is your vehicle. It's car-like for when you just need an MPV. And motorhome-like for when you're travelling. An ideal combination? Let's see.

Driving Experience

The engine range includes two diesel options, both paired to DSG auto transmission. There's a 150PS unit or a 199PS engine, which can be had alongside 4MOTION four-wheel-drive at the top of the range. As with the Volkswagen Caravelle 6.1 big MPV model this California is based upon, the cab area up-front is nicely constructed. It features a dash mounted gear stick plumbed into the centre console that frees-up floorspace for better walk-through access to the rear. This configuration shaves vital seconds off the time it takes a parent in the passenger seat to reach the back bench and apprehend a wayward child before they can 'make-over' their brother or sister with a felt-tip pen. The driving position and steering wheel are infinitely adjustable. So much so that, from Kylie Minogue to Giant Haystacks, virtually anyone's optimum driving position is attainable - it's just a matter of finding it. There are armrests on each chair too, along with supportive cushioning and fetching two-tone fabric. When stationary, you turn around the front two chairs to face the two in the rear.

Design and Build

Externally, the California looks like the van with windows that it actually is, the chassis platform also forming the basis for Volkswagen's Transporter 6.1 panel van and Caravelle 6.1 people carrier. Inside, California buyers get full central heating - or more specifically a fresh air system with manual air con, a separate timing switch-operated domestic heater for when you're parked up and even a remote radio control for the whole system. Plus there's split-level accommodation comprising of a fold-out double bed downstairs and (once you've opened the electrically elevated section) a bigger double in the roof. For mealtimes, there's a gas cooker with stainless steel sink and drainer and, naturally, alongside the cupboards and ample storage, a fridge. There are also great views all round (particularly if you pull up for the night in the Highlands). Other features include a revised infotainment system, a folding dining table, two folding chairs (stored neatly in the tailgate), a clothes cupboard, blackout blinds and smart draw curtains. Most owners will also specify the extra cost roll-out awning too. Downsides? Well, the ceiling is rather low and the kind of older people being targeted by Volkswagen for this car will struggle to reach the roof-mounted bed. Younger families meanwhile, will need more than four seats.

Market and Model

Prices start at just over £60,000 for the entry-level 'Beach Camper' version - or just over £61,000 for the mid-range 'Beach Tour' variant, both only offered with the 150PS TDI engine. Also using it is a plusher 'Surf' variant, from around £68,000. Many buyers opt for the plushest 'Ocean' variant, which can be had with both engines at prices starting from around £73,000 - though you'll need more if you want the top 199PS 4MOTION variant. The California can sleep four occupants courtesy of its acclaimed pop-up roof (electro-hydraulic on Ocean models) that neatly integrates a 1.2m x 2m double bed. Ocean models also feature a fully-equipped kitchen, complete with 42-litre refrigerator, twin-burner hob and stainless steel sink unit. Ocean models also gain a dimmable LED lighting system for the pop-up roof and tailgate and a clever multi-functional holder for the rear compartment that incorporates a cup, ashtray and towel holder all in one. Driver and passenger safety is another area where the California comes fit for purpose. Features include a Driver Alert System, Brake Assist and an Automatic Post-Collision Braking System. Finally, Volkswagen's Automatic Post-Collision Braking System triggers braking after a collision, with the aim of preventing secondary collisions. After a short delay, the vehicle begins a phased braking action down to 6mph, during which the driver can take control at any time.

Cost of Ownership

Volkswagen claims that the engines fitted to this 6.1 generation California model are cleaner and more frugal than those fitted to the previous version of this vehicle. Owners of the diesel variants should expect to average over 30mpg on a regular basis. WLTP CO2 emissions start at 221g/km for the 150PS 'Coast' variant (which manages a WLTP combined cycle fuel figure of up to 33.6mpg). This rises to 223g/km for the 150PS 'Ocean' model (33.2mpg), 222g/km for the 199PS 'Ocean' variant (33.2mpg) and 237g/km for the 199PS 'Ocean' 4MOTION derivative (31.4mpg).

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