Volkswagen takes Caddy to the max

VOLKSWAGEN has added a light-commercial Maxi Van version to its Caddy range, offering improved payload, space and flexibility over the short-wheelbase Caddy.

Apart from being 470mm longer than the Caddy SWB, the Maxi Van is expected to be a volume-selling model for Volkswagen and comes priced from under $25,000, representing a premium of $2750 over its short-wheelbase sibling.

The engine choice is between the 1.6-litre petrol engine, which develops 75kW at 5600rpm and 148Nm at 3800rpm, and the 1.9-litre TDI engine, which develops 77kW at 4000rpm and 250Nm at 1900rpm.

Watch this space for GoAuto's first drive report later this week.

Volkswagen Caddy Maxi van pricing:
Maxi Van 1.6	$24,740
Maxi Van TDI	$28,740
Maxi Van TDI (a)	$31,740