Is the 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle auto any good?
I am interested in a used 2009 Volkswagen Multivan (European name for Caravelle).
It is a 2.5 diesel with an automatic box. I want the car for its space, versatility etc.
From what you say, this particular engine is "indestructible". I want to ask if the automatic box used in 2009 is a DSG type with its known problems or is it a traditional automatic.
Is it a good reliable autobox? And a good match to the engine? I try to prevent having pricey repairs... The car hasn't got much on the clock, 81,000km.
It is a 2.5 diesel with an automatic box. I want the car for its space, versatility etc.
From what you say, this particular engine is "indestructible". I want to ask if the automatic box used in 2009 is a DSG type with its known problems or is it a traditional automatic.
Is it a good reliable autobox? And a good match to the engine? I try to prevent having pricey repairs... The car hasn't got much on the clock, 81,000km.
Asked on 9 July 2014 by Gregor1
Answered by
Honest John
No, this is pre-DSG with a torque converter autobox. Comprehensive test by SjB here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/volkswagen/vw-t5-c.../
More here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/volkswagen/vw-t5-c.../
Here: vans.honestjohn.co.uk/van-reviews/volkswagen/trans.../
And here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/volkswagen/t5-transp.../
More here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/volkswagen/vw-t5-c.../
Here: vans.honestjohn.co.uk/van-reviews/volkswagen/trans.../
And here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/volkswagen/t5-transp.../
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