Volkswagen Problems

The big problem with the Golf related to the DSG transmission. Avoid cars with that transmission before 2013/2014. If you want to buy a Golf you could buy one with a manual gearbox, or buy a later model.

It is unusual to have to replace a manual gearbox at any time, but to have to do it at just 199,000 km is unacceptable. Take it up with VW and see if they would cover at least part of the cost of the replacement.

The VW Caravelle is 1990mm tall.

The DSG is a brilliant idea, but it was affected by a couple of issues that soured the experience for a lot of owners. The latest DSG is not affected by the problems of the older units; there have been a lot of improvements made to overcome the issues it had. You can buy one with confidence.

Yes, both the Trendline and Comfortline VW Caravelle models on sale new in Australia feature a 2.0-litre diesel four-cylinder engine.

 Both variants of the Volkswagen Caravelle sold new in Australia at the moment are front-wheel drive, however there have been 4x4 variants of previous-generation models sold in the past.

It’s not related to the oil, the oil you used was correct. It shouldn’t lose oil pressure so quickly, if it does there is something going on within the engine that needs addressing. If the engine is making a bad sound, don’t drive it, and get a mechanic to check it.

Current-generation VW Caravelles are licensed to seat 9 people.

The VW dual-clutch automatic was troublesome in the period you are considering, so it’s probably best to avoid it, or buy one with a manual gearbox. Rather than a wagon perhaps consider a compact SUV.