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Maxi Life
Overview
The 2012 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Combi that was released to the New Zealand market on 1st November 2011. The Volkswagen Caddy is regarded as a van built in Poland with prices starting at $46,250 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Caddy is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 75 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Volkswagen claims the Caddy Maxi Life uses 5.7L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 149g of CO2. It has a 60L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1053km per full tank
The Volkswagen Caddy measures 1863mm (73.3 inches) in height, 4876mm (192.0 inches) in length, 1794mm (70.6 inches) in width with a 3006mm (118.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1615kg (3560.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The Caddy Maxi Life comes standard with 195/65 Rnull front tyres and 195/65 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2012 Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life has a 175mm ground clearance with a 1500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
46.44 - 57.12 kW/t
39.56 kW/t
70.4 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 - 6.8 L/100km
5.5 L/100km
12.3 L/100km
Vehicle Range
882 - 1,071 km
569 km
1,111 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
150,000 km
Years on Sale
5 years
1 year
3 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,089 - 2,328 kg
2,089 kg
3,200 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 kg
1,000 kg
2,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
175 - 176 mm
165 mm
195 mm
Payload Capacity
665 - 813 kg
665 kg
1,245 kg
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Dimensions
4,876 mm
1,794 mm
1,863 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,876 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,794 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,863 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,006 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,200 mm |
| Load Capacity | 665 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Caddy Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 79.5
Engine (cc): 1598
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 80.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1053
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 654
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 45
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 36
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.7
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 102
Maximum Power (kW): 75
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Code: DSG
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Tread Type: Regular
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Tread Type: Regular
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Front Covers: Partial
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: 1
Rear Covers: Partial
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Body Style
Body Type: Combi
Local Body Type: Combi
Platform Code: Pq35
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Long
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 145.8
Cargo Volume (L): 4130
Height (in): 48.9
Height (mm): 1243
Length (in): 71.8
Length (mm): 1824
Loading Floor Height (in): 24.6
Loading Floor Height (mm): 624
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 46.1
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1170
Width (in): 53.1
Width (mm): 1350
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12200
Front Track (in): 60.5
Front Track (mm): 1537
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 175
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 40.0
Overall Height (in): 73.3
Overall Height (mm): 1863
Overall Length (in): 192.0
Overall Length (mm): 4876
Overall Width (in): 70.6
Overall Width (mm): 1794
Rear Overhang (in): 39.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 992
Rear Track (in): 60.8
Rear Track (mm): 1544
Wheelbase (in): 118.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3006
Cargo Doors
Passenger Height (in): 42.8
Passenger Height (mm): 1086
Passenger Internal Handles: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Opening Angle: 0
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 27.6
Passenger Width (mm): 701
Rear Height (in): 44.6
Rear Height (mm): 1134
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Lift Gate
Rear Width (in): 46.7
Rear Width (mm): 1185
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Color
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Third Row Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1175
Front Axle Weight (lb): 2590
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2280
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5027
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1615
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3560
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Manufacturer Driver Weight (kg): 75
Manufacturer Driver Weight (lb): 165
Payload Allowance (kg): 665
Payload Allowance (lb): 1466
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 740
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 1631
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1615
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3560
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1230
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 2712
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Integrated In Dash
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: 2
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Anti-Theft Protection
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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