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These later South African T3s became known as Big Window T3s due to their larger side windows. In January 1991 the 2.1-litre Wasserboxer engines were replaced with five-cylinder Audi engines in the "Microbus" and "Caravelle", [16] while a VW 1.8-litre inline-four cylinder engine was used in the "Kombi" and "Van" models. A 2.1-litre Wasserboxer ...
A popular nickname for the T3 was "2.6i" or "transi" in reference to the 2.6 liter Microbus/Caravelle sold in South Africa and their robust design being a popular choice for transportation of children respectively.
Volkswagen Transporter (T4) (1992–2003), the Caravelle version was in Europe only and featured windows all-round. Volkswagen Transporter (T5) (2003–2015), the Caravelle version is sold in European left-hand drive markets and in Australia. In the UK, the T5 Caravelle is the same as the Multivan in other European markets.
The Volkswagen VR6 engine was designed for transverse engine installations in front-wheel drive vehicles. [2] The narrow angle of 15° between the two cylinder banks reduced the width of the engine, compared to a traditional V6 engine.
The Caravelle name also replaced the Floride name in all markets from 1962 onwards. In 1964, another R8-derived engine of 1108 cc was introduced to the Caravelle, producing 55 hp (41 kW). This model was tested by the British "Autocar" magazine in November 1965. The car had a top speed of 89 mph (143 km/h) and accelerated from 0-60 mph (97 km/h ...
The Plymouth Caravelle is a mid-size sedan that was introduced by Plymouth as a 1983 Canadian model. The Caravelle came to the United States in 1985 to replace the Chrysler E-Class. It was essentially identical to the concurrent Dodge 600. It was replaced by the Plymouth Acclaim in 1989. The Caravelle was Plymouth's first front wheel drive mid ...
A seven-passenger, long-wheelbase version debuted on June 2, 2023, in Huntington Beach, California, and will be the only version for sale in the US when it goes on sale in June 2024 for the 2025 model year. [3] [18] The ID.Buzz will be launched in Australasia alongside ID.3, ID.4 and ID.5 in mid-2024. [19]
The original Caddy also was produced in Uitenhage, South Africa, from 1981 until 2007, [1]: 28 alongside the first generation Golf itself (which was sold until 2009). Worldwide production of the first-generation Typ 14 Rabbit Pickup/Caddy totaled more than 207,000 vehicles.