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2025 Volkswagen Caddy review
The Volkswagen Caddy Maxi people mover offers van practicality with car-like driving dynamics. It doesn't come cheap, however.
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Jack Quick
Volkswagen Caddy vs Hyundai Staria Comparison
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Hyundai Staria
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Based on the Volkswagen Caddy LIFE MAXI TDI320
Based on the Hyundai Staria LOAD PREMIUM 2S 2.2D LIFTBACK
Best suitable for...
Transporting things
Work
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
50L
245 to 320 km
75L
525 to 788 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$40,990 - $64,090
$46,740 - $67,500
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CarExpert's Take
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Refined and efficient turbo-diesel engine
- Car-like driving dynamics
- Practical storage spaces
Misses
- Tiny standard touchscreen
- Ticking option boxes gets expensive
- Halogen headlights as standard
Max Davies
Marketplace Journalist
Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Strong steering dynamics
- Workable, customisable
- High-quality interior
Misses
- No barn door option
- Bouncy ride
- Not the most palatable design
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Alarm System/Tow Away Protection/Int Surveillance (+$610)
- Alloy Spare Wheel with OE Tyre/Tool Kit/Jack (+$250)
- Discover Media Navigation with 10 inch Touchscreen (+$1,600)
- Light Assist - Auto High Beam Function (+$260)
- LED Headlights & Separate Daytime Running Lights (+$1,350)
- Premium Paint (+$695)
Colours Available
In a final people mover-like touch, you can buy the Staria Load Premium in more than just plain white and black. Graphite Grey and Shimmering Silver metallic and Moonlight Blue mica finishes are available.
The van and Crew Van are available only in Creamy White solid or Abyss Black mica finishes.
The Premium is additionally available in Graphite Grey and Shimmering Silver metallic and Moonlight Blue mica finishes. These finishes cost an extra $695.
All models have a black cloth interior.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1498 - 1968 | 2199 - 3470 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.5L | 2.2L, 3.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4 | DIESEL TURBO 4, V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 75kW - 90kW | 130kW - 200kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 2750 - 4500 | 3800 - 6400 | |
| Torque | ||
| 220Nm - 320Nm | 331Nm - 430Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 1750 | 1500 - 5000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 12.5 - 16.5 | 10.6 - 16 | |
