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Volkswagen Caddy 5 Reviews, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Reviews
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Volkswagen Caddy 5 Seats
VW Caddy Cargo and Cargo Maxi models come standard with fabric-trimmed bucket seats for driver and passenger. This expands to seating for five in the Crewvan with the addition of a second row, which combines a two-seat bench and single seat both with folding, tipping and removable functionality.
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Volkswagen Caddy 5 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $40,990 and going to $64,090 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Commercial | 1.5L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $40,990 | $47,990 | |
| 2025 | Other | 1.5L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $50,090 | $52,090 | |
| 2025 | Wagon | 1.5L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $52,290 | $64,090 | |
| 2024 | Commercial | 1.5L, —, 6 SP MAN | $34,980 | $48,840 | |
| 2024 | Other | 1.5L, —, 7 SP AUTO | $43,780 | $52,910 | |
| 2024 | Wagon | 1.5L, —, 7 SP AUTO | $48,400 | $68,200 | |
| 2023 | Commercial | 2.0L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN | — | $46,860 | |
| 2023 | Other | 2.0L, Diesel, 7 SP AUTO | — | $50,930 | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 2.0L, Diesel, 7 SP AUTO | — | $65,780 | |
| 2022 | Commercial | 1.5L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $29,260 | $43,340 | |
| 2022 | Other | 1.5L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $37,730 | $47,080 | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 1.5L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $41,690 | $64,570 | |
| 2021 | Commercial | 2.0L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN | $26,510 | $39,160 | |
| 2021 | Other | 1.5L, PULP, 7 SP AUTO | $34,430 | $42,900 | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 2.0L, Diesel, 7 SP AUTO | $40,370 | $60,280 | |
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Colours
For the VW Caddy Cargo, standard solids include Candy White, Luminous Orange and Pure Grey with Cherry Red a $375 option. Optional metallics ($1200) include Copper Bronze, Costa Azul, Fortana Red, Golden Green, Indium Grey, Mojave Beige, Reflex Silver and Starlight Blue. Pearlescent Deep Black is also a $1200 option.
- Candy White
- Cherry Red
- Luminous Orange
- Pure Grey
- Copper Bronze
- Costa Azul
- Fortuna Red
- Golden Green
- Indium Grey
- Mojave Beige
- Reflex Silver
- Starlight Blue
- Pearlescent Deep Black
Volkswagen Caddy 5 VS the competition
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Accessories
The VW Caddy Cargo's work-focused standard equipment list includes 16-inch or 17-inch steel wheels with a full-size spare, an electronic handbrake, separate cargo bay locking system, a reversing camera, rear parking sensors, heated door mirrors, daytime running lights, two USB-C ports, two 12-volt sockets, a moulded composite bulkhead between cabin and cargo bay and more. The four-speaker multimedia system is controlled by an 8.25-inch colour touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink connectivity.
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Interior
The VW Caddy Cargo's neat, spacious and practical cabin is well designed for work duties, with wipe-clean rubber flooring and fabric-trimmed seating along with hard surfaces in contrasting shades of grey with splashes of satin chrome.
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Engine
The VW Caddy Cargo's entry-level TSI220 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 84kW and 220Nm, while the premium TDI320 specification of the 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel has 90kW and 320Nm.
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Dimensions
The dimensions of the Volkswagen Caddy 5 Commercial, Other and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Commercial | 1856x1614x4500 mm | 180 mm | |
| 2025 | Other | 1860x1616x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2025 | Wagon | 1800x1855x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2024 | Commercial | 1856x1614x4500 mm | 180 mm | |
| 2024 | Other | 1860x1616x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2024 | Wagon | 1800x1855x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2023 | Commercial | 1856x1614x4500 mm | 180 mm | |
| 2023 | Other | 1860x1616x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 1800x1855x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2022 | Commercial | 1856x1614x4500 mm | 180 mm | |
| 2022 | Other | 1860x1616x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 1800x1855x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2021 | Commercial | 1856x1614x4500 mm | 180 mm | |
| 2021 | Other | 1860x1616x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 1800x1855x4853 mm | 179 mm | |
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Wheel Size
The Volkswagen Caddy 5 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x60 R16 for Commercial in 2025.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Commercial | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
| 2025 | Other | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2025 | Wagon | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2024 | Commercial | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
| 2024 | Other | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2024 | Wagon | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2023 | Commercial | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
| 2023 | Other | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2022 | Commercial | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
| 2022 | Other | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2021 | Commercial | 205x60 R16 | — | 205x60 R16 | — | |
| 2021 | Other | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 215x55 R17 | — | 215x55 R17 | — | |
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Towing Capacity
The Volkswagen Caddy 5 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Commercial | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2025 | Other | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2025 | Wagon | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2024 | Commercial | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2024 | Other | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2024 | Wagon | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2023 | Commercial | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2023 | Other | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2022 | Commercial | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2022 | Other | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2021 | Commercial | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2021 | Other | 1400kg | 1500kg | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Caddy 5 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel, PULP and — fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 4.9L/100km for Commercial /Diesel for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Commercial | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2025 | Commercial | 6.4L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2025 | Other | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2025 | Other | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2025 | Wagon | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2025 | Wagon | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2024 | Commercial | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2024 | Commercial | 6.4L/100km | 1.5L | — | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2024 | Other | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2024 | Other | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2024 | Wagon | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2024 | Wagon | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Commercial | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2023 | Commercial | 6.4L/100km | 1.5L | — | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2023 | Commercial | 6.4L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2023 | Other | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Other | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Other | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Commercial | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2022 | Commercial | 6.4L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2022 | Other | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Other | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Commercial | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2021 | Commercial | 6.4L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2021 | Other | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Other | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 4.9L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 6.2L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Boot Space
Depending on model, the VW Caddy Cargo range offers up to 3.7 cubic metres of cargo bay load volume.
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Speed
Depending on model and drivetrain, the VW Caddy Cargo is estimated to accelerate from 0-100km/h in approximately 11-12 seconds, with its top speed exceeding 150km/h.
Volkswagen Caddy 5 Range
Depending on model and drivetrain, the VW Caddy Cargo fleet offers official combined average consumption ranging from 6.4L/100km down to 4.9L/100km. This results in theoretical driving ranges from around 780km to more 1000km respectively from its 50-litre diesel tank.