What kind of car does the average Belarusian need? Economical. Spacious. Inexpensive. Here are three whales. The new generation T6 could well be the ideal vehicle for our compatriot, if not for the price. Good configurations Multivan cost like an apartment in Minsk. Caravelle is cheaper, but you still have to save up for a long time. Therefore, Belarusian families are more likely to buy second-hand "teshki", which have fallen in price several times compared to the original cost. New ones are more often purchased “for the company”. Onliner.by tested the first Volkswagen T6 that arrived in our country. Large families Get your wallets ready! Seven years later...

Volkswagen has a sin to pass off a deep restyling for a new generation. We have already seen this on the example of the Passat B7 (in fact, this is a well-updated B6). A similar situation happened with T6. The platform, engines, transmissions and even half of the body parts of the “te-sixth” do not differ from the T5. The Germans changed all the optics, redrawn the front part, transplanted the exterior mirrors a little lower and enlarged rear glass. The interior has changed a little more. Interesting versions of the Six Generation with a two-tone body and retro wheels (hello, Beetle) have been added to the line. That, in fact, is all.

On our test - the usual (in the sense - one-color) version of Caravelle with a top-end 2-liter turbodiesel (180 hp, 400 Nm), 7-speed DSG and all-wheel drive, which uses the fifth generation Haldex (the predecessor was the fourth). Eight seats, long wheelbase. Price - more than 70 thousand dollars. Go!

Volkswagen says the T6 is last car"Old School Transporters". T7 will debut relatively soon - in 2020 and will be completely different. It turns out that the T family changes dramatically with every fourth generation. See for yourself: the T1, T2, and T3 were rear-wheel drive, low-cost minibuses with a high margin of safety and a rear-mounted motor. T4, T5 and now T6 - berries of a different variety. They have the engine in front. Drive - front or full. High-tech turbo engines appeared, robotic boxes with two clutches (there are also conventional automatic transmissions) and a bunch of expensive options. T7, most likely, will be more "passenger".

The rear window is now completely rectangular. It has become larger, but this did not improve visibility in the passenger versions - the third row of seats interferes with the increase in size

In the cabin, as already mentioned above, the changes are more dramatic. Now there are more corners and "passenger" elements. T6 got a new, highly comfortable steering wheel, a seriously redesigned center console, a more compact “outgrowth” for the gear lever and improved lateral support for all seats. The power window adjustment unit is now located on a small "rise" of the door, but you still need to reach for it. In general, the "bus" landing at the T6 remained. The steering wheel, pedals and placement of the gear lever will not let you forget that you are in a minibus, which was created primarily for commercial needs (in Mercedes V class, by the way, this does not feel). Landing - strictly vertical. Of course, the back of the driver's seat can be folded back, but then there is not enough reach for the steering wheel. Yes, and the pedals are located directly under the feet, and not brought forward (as in cars).

On the test machine, despite the abundance of options, the simplest front panel is made of oak plastic. The same will be on the cheap versions of the T6 Transporter. In more expensive versions of Caravelle, as well as in various modifications of Multivan, all these glove boxes and containers will be covered with lids. On both sides of the front panel - coasters

Installed on the car multimedia system, which supports synchronization with iPhone and Android devices. I was able to connect my iPhone the first time. You can call, read / write SMS and use the card ... Voice commands are not understood the first time

On our test - the passenger version of the Caravelle with three rows of seats and two sliding doors (on the left side - optional). If earlier an additional door was ordered from the driver's side, then the car was deprived of the third seat in the second row (so that you could climb into the third row). Now this chair can be folded, like the right one. The third row can only be folded in its entirety. As before, all seats (except the front ones, of course) are completely dismantled and leave the luggage compartment with a flat floor.

Backdoor opens wide. The opening, as before, is not square. Wheel arches interfere

The most affordable versions of the T6 are equipped with a 2-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 102 hp. from. Such a machine is equipped with a 5-speed "mechanics". The 140-horsepower version of the same diesel boasts a 6-speed manual gearbox. The test car has the same 2-liter TDI under the hood, but in a bi-turbo version. Double supercharging made it possible to squeeze 180 hp out of the Quartet. from. and 400 Nm. The gearbox is a 7-speed DSG robot. This is the most powerful diesel engine, available on our market, so an empty "bead" runs perfectly with such an engine. We had no doubt about it, but potential buyers are more concerned about the fuel consumption of this car.

For the experiment, we once accelerated to a hundred with gas "to the floor" (if you're interested - 12 seconds). The rest of the time we drove in “civilian” modes (after all, we are not testing the Golf GTI). At the end of the day on-board computer showed 8.5 liters per 100 km (the manufacturer promises about 6.5 liters). We drove mostly on the highway at a speed of 90-120 km / h. There were almost always three people in the cabin. We wanted to load the car crammed at the airport (to give people a free ride to Minsk), but local taxi drivers were not happy with our idea and "gave" us only one passenger. He (together with luggage) added 110-120 kg to us. According to a rough measurement, this increased consumption by about 0.1 liters.

The press release says that the manufacturer has slightly modified the suspension of the T6 and even added the ability to adjust the shock absorbers (sport / comfort) with a button on the front panel. We did not have such an option, but even without it the car holds the road well. The suspension seemed a little "rough". Like Volkswagen cars, this "bead" is designed more for driving on autobahns than on our country paths. On the high speed makes itself felt side wind.

Large dimensions minibuses do not interfere with easy movement around the city and parking in tight parking lots. You begin to feel the dimensions of the car after the first 10 km. Due to the high seating position, the T6 has better visibility than any SUV. The "burdocks" of the rear mirrors are practically devoid of "blind" zones. During the day we drove about 200 km, so we can hardly evaluate the T6 as a car for long-distance travel. But the owners of the T5 assure that you don’t get tired of driving 1000 km a day on this minibus. There is no reason to doubt - the car is really comfortable.

In the segment where the T6 performs, Volkswagen has been the leader in our market for more than a year. Today (the first 8 months of 2015) the manufacturer has a 32% market share of compact "beads" and vans. But in recent years, this figure has been decreasing. For comparison, in 2013 the share of Volkswagen here was 80%, in 2014 - 51%. The closest competitor Ford Custom- today has 27%. Mercedes (V-Class + Vito) - 16%. At the same time, Volkswagen is the most expensive. Thanks to the fall of the European currency, commercial Mercedes models have fallen in price well and are a very serious competitor to T6. For comparison: the base V-Class costs about 45 thousand euros, and for the T6 Multivan (more equipped than the V-Class) they ask from 56.7 thousand dollars (this is 50+ thousand euros). Although when compared similar configurations, the V-Class will be even slightly more expensive (Multivane now has a special price). Caravelle in the “te-sixth” body costs from 45 thousand dollars, but its competitor Vito is cheaper. The Ford line is the most affordable in the segment, but the Custom family has no direct rival to the luxury Multivane/V-Class. But it is precisely the “Multivans” that Belarusian families dream of! It is a pity that not every head of the family can afford such a car.

We express our gratitude to the Volkswagen importer in Belarus
for the car provided for the test

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Most motorists attribute autotuning to certain pleasant modifications. With it, the car looks much more presentable than in standard version. And auto-tuning often not only plays the role of visual decoration, but also improves various properties of the car. It is worth noting that the tuning intended for the 2015-2019 Volkswagen Caravelle undoubtedly refreshes the design of the car.

Thresholds made of steel are in great demand, and aluminum thresholds are also often ordered from us. Such parts protect the car from various third-party reactions.

Autotuning can not only perform the task of decorating, but also be useful. Mounting a towbar is a clear example of such auto-tuning. This part is needed so that the car has the ability to tow another vehicle or use a trailer.

Body kit installation in Moscow

Perhaps the most famous car accessories are seat covers. Almost every motorist uses them, as the covers make life much easier and protect the leather of the seats from various scratches and dirt. The use of specialized covers for Volkswagen Caravelle 2015-2019 is justified, as they are usually more comfortable compared to standard seats.

Interior floor mats are considered a necessary addition for every car. With their help, it is easy to avoid the effects of water and dirt on the skin. The trunk mat will keep your car clean.

The shop closely cooperates with domestic factories. It is worth noting that car accessories come strictly from manufacturers, without intermediaries. Constantly on sale you can find a large line of auto accessories for any model.

We have competent installers and other specialists in our staff, they can easily cope with virtually any accessory designed for Volkswagen Caravelle 2015-2019. Installation works are offered at excellent prices.

For the sake of objectivity, I note that outside, and inside, the revolution did not happen. Everything experienced by the T6 is rather drawn to a deep restyling. Just look at the photo above and tell me I'm wrong. On the other hand, if, as they say, “people eat”, why reinvent the wheel? So, however, it was almost always, but somehow, in the 65 years after the release of the first Bulli, the new cab became what it is. And yet, in order not to take the rap for the manufacturer, I took it for a test Caravel performed by Highline, previously absent. Here is our short-wheelbase van (in the long-wheelbase version +40 cm between the C-pillar and rear axle) with eight seats (the maximum possible number for a short wheelbase is nine) already looks in a different light.

Highline is when on the doorstep dealer center you receive an unexpected text message about the fallen 13th salary (aka bonus). This is when you initially wanted a marriage of convenience, and the relatives of your future wife turned out to be not ruble, but dollar millionaires. In a word, when you can and should decide on something more than you expected.

First, because it's beautiful. The headlights are completely, which, in addition to aesthetics, also adds a more interesting controlled light. Here you have not only cornering lights, but also an intelligent high beam beam that does not blind the oncoming traffic. I traveled 700 km from Moscow to Minsk - it works like a clock. And you don't have to change bulbs every season - LEDs last ten times longer than traditional halogens! Separately, the response speed of the far one is amusing when you need to blink.

No, but what, only the owners of the top have fun? Here are the 17" alloy wheels Cascavel (we had Devonport for an extra charge), and tinted windows (by the way, why are there side curtains in the cabin?), And power sliding doors on the sides. In severe frosts or simply as unnecessary, the electric drive can be turned off. But you feel how the degree is growing: sliders on both sides, and even with a drive?! Mmm!

The beauty continues in the salon. The front panel of the Highline has been replaced with the one in the new Multivan, with plastic inserts with a "piano lacquer" coating. Beautiful, but impractical: forensic experts can see fingerprints with the naked eye. On the right side is an additional upper storage compartment with a lid, where for some reason the USB connector for connecting a smartphone has left. No, really, why make a niche for storing a mobile phone in the central part, if you have to drag the cable for connecting to multimedia from a nearby box? But instead of a 5-inch display for a surcharge (surcharge even in the Highline configuration, Carl!) In the test car, the Composition Media system with an 8-inch screen. We have already seen this on . Under the bottom edge are sensors that react to the approach of the hand and "awaken" the hidden menu on the screen.

Otherwise, multimedia would be very ordinary, if not for one circumstance: using the cable I mentioned earlier, you can connect a smartphone to it and use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto get a stripped-down version of your mobile phone right on the center display. I tried CarPlay - no problems, but Android Auto did not want to start with any of the three tested devices. Mystic!

And do not even try to whisper with your wife about the mother-in-law sitting behind. On her side is a listening device in the form of a driver's voice amplifier. A microphone is installed in the front of the cabin, which transmits what he said to the passengers. However, this function can be disabled, but vigilance should not be lost.

The second row seats are separate - all with Isofix mounts. To increase usable volume luggage compartment you can remove both rows or fold their backs into a flat plane.

In general, Caravelle, despite the fact that the car is commercial, is stuffed with all sorts of helpers and assistants in a way that many cars never dreamed of. Speaking of sleep. Rest Assist keeps you awake at the wheel and suggests you take a break on a long drive. Well, if you have already begun to nod off, then City Emergency Braking at speeds up to 30 km / h will help you slow down in front of an obstacle.

However, derivatives of the Transporter are preferred not for gadgets, but for well-adjusted light driving manners, coupled with the practicality of a truck / bus. This is where they didn't break anything. If you want to carry people, please: four rows of seats (in a long base) can accommodate up to 12 people. And with what comfort! Three-zone climate control with a separate control unit above the heads of second-row passengers is always at your service. By the way, the second row consists of separate seats (swivel seats remained the prerogative of the Multivan) with Isofix mounts, while the side ones rise to let passengers go back. And if you decide to do the transportation of goods - with a slight movement of your hand (for the rear sofa you will need the hands of a weightlifter), we remove the seats and get cubic meters of usable space. Just don't stain the carpet! However, it is not necessary to remove the seats - in some cases it will be enough to fold the backs almost into a flat plane. The back door can be both double-winged and lifting, as in our case, and with an electric closer in a premium manner.

biTDI engine (180 hp, transversely mounted and 8 degrees inverted)

From a driving point of view, the Caravelle is a sin to complain about. And here I am again about Highline. Under the hood is the same turbodiesel, now installed transversely, with all the same indicators (180 hp, 400 Nm). Unless the peak torque bar is at your disposal 100 rpm earlier - from 1500 to 4000 rpm. Not essential. "Eat" is still not enough: on the highway, on winter tires, in the rain, and even with a full load - about 8 l / 100 km. So on a full tank (80 l) you can go very far. For greater savings, all Caravelles are equipped with a start-stop system.

This T6 accelerates cleaner than golf-class hatchbacks both from a standstill and on the move, even in front-wheel drive, which came to our test. The seven-speed DSG shifts gears, however, it was seen in petty hooliganism. Rolling up to a red traffic light, and then suddenly you need to accelerate again to flash green? You will inevitably get a boost. Works in eight cases out of ten, as it was possible to establish - between the second and third gears.

The steering wheel, inherited from Golf, with hydraulic booster - in this matter, the Germans still honor traditions. From lock to lock, I measured 3.25 turns, which allows you to easily and naturally maneuver in confined spaces (the turning radius is 5.95 m - only half a meter more than the same). Outward visibility is reference, although side mirrors single-section, unlike some competitors.

But along the way, the driving experience has changed. The point here is new suspension DCC. Electronically controlled shock absorbers, after pressing a button on the center console, follow one of three operation algorithms: comfortable, normal and sporty. Here, too, there were no rough edges. The electronics harshly “grabs” the shock absorbers - as a result, we get an imitation of a breakdown (characteristic knocks) in a seemingly harmless place. So, I rode mostly in standard mode.

And now about the sad part. I don’t know why it was necessary, in the presence of Multivan, designed for transportation with chic, to produce a version of Caravelle close to it in spirit, but from a price point of view, it turned out to be an incident. Because our test subject costs as much as 3,798,600 rubles. No, of course, the Highline version is initially offered at a price of 2,762,200 rubles, but, as in the case of the premium, it turned out like this: not everything that glows is free. If you want a packed car, you can forget about the basic price tag even for the top version. Headlight washer, sliding windows in the sliding doors and a rear-view camera - all this for a surcharge. And yet, you only need to ride the Caravelle Highline once to fall in love with it forever. Marriage of convenience?

The truth is that for 3.8 million rubles. eyes still have room to run. want premium sedan, you can take a look at

Sales market: Russia.

The Caravelle is the passenger version of the Transporter, the world famous series of commercial Volkswagen cars. At the heart of the new generation T6 is an upgraded platform from previous generation, which was a great success in the world market due to the ideal ratio of economy, environmental friendliness, safety and comfort. Spacious interior allows optimal use of space, has many transformation options and can be used as a full-fledged mobile office. The car is available in two versions: with a standard and long wheelbase. Depending on the performance, the number of seats is from five to nine. If necessary, Caravelle is easy to turn into cargo van- All seats beyond the first row are removable. And the "Long" version, the length and wheelbase which are increased by 40 cm - one of the most practical options among passenger cars category "B". For Russian market cars are offered with gasoline (150 and 204 hp) and diesel (102, 140 and 180 hp) engines, paired with "mechanics" or DSG box, there are all-wheel drive versions.

Compared with the previous generation, the exterior of the Caravelle has changed somewhat: the bumpers, the radiator grill, the head optics, the rear fog lights have changed, a spoiler has appeared on the roof, the tailgate has ceased to be double-leaf. Ergonomics driver's seat and interior design also received their evolutionary development. Of course, the minibus was supplemented with high-tech filling: climate control (in expensive trim levels three-zone), heated seats, sun blinds on the windows, electric heating windshield, full power accessories, auto-dimming rear-view mirror. Thanks to new communication technologies, you can take advantage of Internet access, navigation system able to navigate the route through traffic jams. A closer can be installed on the tailgate, on the side - an electric drive with remote control. Among other features Volkswagen equipment Caravelle can be called an electronic voice amplifier, a Bluetooth interface for talking in mode speakerphone, adaptive suspension and a wide range of driving assistance systems

Turbodiesel four-cylinders are available for the Caravelle T6 two-liter engines TDI series with a capacity of 102, 140 and 180 hp, as well as two-liter TSI petrol turbo engines with a return of 150 and 204 hp. In both lines, the initial motors work in conjunction with a mechanical 6-speed gearbox, front-wheel drive. A more powerful 140-horsepower diesel engine can work both with “mechanics” (front or all-wheel drive) and with an automatic 7-speed DSG box (dual-clutch robot) in front-wheel drive. Both top-end engines - a 204-horsepower gasoline and 180-horsepower diesel - are equipped with a DSG "robot" and provide two options: front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. In the most dynamic version 2.0 TSI (204 hp) Caravelle accelerates from zero to hundreds in 9.5 seconds. With the new motors, environmental performance and efficiency have improved even more. Consumption for gasoline engines- from 9 to 10.5 l / 100 km. For diesel - from 5.9 to 8.8 l / 100 km. Volume fuel tank- 80 liters.

Chassis Volkswagen Caravelle includes both independent suspensions- front with suspension struts MacPherson strut, double wishbone rear. Electronically adjustable adaptive dampers improve handling and comfort by changing the stiffness of the suspension. There are modes: Normal, Comfort and Sport. 4MOTION all-wheel drive based on a multi-plate clutch distributes torque between the front and rear axles, increasing safety for slippery road. As standard, all Caravelles have an electronic cross-axle differential lock (on the front axle or on both - when ordering all-wheel drive). The proposed mechanical locking rear differential (optional with 4MOTION) further enhances flotation. Compared with its predecessor, the length of the Caravelle body has increased from 4892 to 5006 mm, and the long version - from 5292 to 5406 mm. The standard length of the luggage compartment, depending on the length of the body, is 739 / 1118 mm. The second and third row of seats can be folded down for a huge cargo volume of 5800 / 6700 liters, with a maximum loading length of up to 2570 / 2970 mm.

All Caravelles are equipped by default with electronic system maintaining exchange rate stability, two frontal pillows, automatic system post-accident braking. Additionally, two high (combined) side airbags are offered to protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger, as well as curtain airbags in the passenger compartment. In addition, the new Volkswagen generations Caravelle has adaptive cruise control with full stop function (on versions with DSG), forward collision avoidance system, adaptive high beam, Side Assist change lane systems, Rest Assist driver fatigue monitoring. For all-wheel drive versions, a descent control system is offered.

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