Volkswagen Caddy 2015–2020 car dimensions: 4408 mm long, 1793 mm wide and 1823 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,350 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
Colour touchscreen is standard on all models. Front Assist with City Emergency Braking is standard. Cruise control and rear parking sensors come on Trendline and Highline. App-Connect for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is optional with higher infotainment. Reversing camera, Park Assist and Lane Assist are options. The cabin feels solid for daily work with decent storage and clear controls.
Short-wheelbase panel van holds 3.2 m³. Maxi version reaches 4.2 m³. Flat floor takes a Euro pallet lengthways with six lashing rings standard.
Braked towing reaches 1500 kg on many engines, unbraked around 680-750 kg. Payload ranges 545-736 kg depending on model and engine.
Side sliding door is standard with optional second door or tailgate. Level load floor and low sill suit regular work use.
The cab has a car-like dashboard with high-quality finish, ergonomic seats offering height reach and rake adjustment plus lumbar on higher trims, and lots of storage solutions. Improved interior acoustics help. Electric windows and heated adjustable mirrors come standard for daily convenience.
Diesel combined fuel use from 56.5 to 64.2 mpg on BlueMotion models
Service every 30,000 km or 24 months
Euro NCAP 4 stars with 84% adult protection
Standard ABS EBD ESP front and curtain airbags plus Automatic Post-Collision Braking
Front Assist City Emergency Braking standard from mid-2017
3-year or 60,000-mile warranty
Efficient 2.0 TDI diesels with BlueMotion Technology including Start/Stop regenerative braking and low rolling resistance tyres deliver combined figures of 56.5-64.2 mpg depending on power and gearbox. Petrol TSI options also available. Fuel tank holds 60 litres.
Maintenance follows intervals of 30,000 km or 24 months for oil and inspection services. Brake fluid changes every two years. Timing belt and other items at higher mileages as per schedule.
The 2015 Euro NCAP test gave 4 stars overall. Adult occupant scored 84%, child 78%. Standard kit covers ABS EBD ESP driver passenger front and curtain airbags electric seatbelt tensioners and Automatic Post-Collision Braking. Front Assist with City Emergency Braking and driver fatigue detection feature on many models.
Build quality supports strong residual values. Rubber flooring and hard-wearing materials suit work use. Full-size spare wheel and comprehensive warranties aid ownership.
Length 4408 mm, Width 1793 mm, Height 1823 mm, Wheelbase 2682 mm (Caddy 2015–2020)
Sources: manufacturer data, VW UK press packs/brochures Dec 2018 and 2015-2020, Parkers, auto-data.net.