Volkswagen Caddy 3

The fashion for small vans began with the arrival in 1996 of Citroen Berlingo and Peugeot Partner of the first generation. The Cuddy became popular only after the change of generations in 2004. The previous Caddy II was built on the Polo platform and had an unpleasant appearance. The third generation Volkswagen Caddy received a more attractive design, and the assembly was established in Poznan (Poland). The model is based on the Volkswagen Touran, which in turn has close ties with the fifth Golf. Only the rear suspension was changed - springs were installed. The solution is very reliable, increases the load capacity, but worsens the driving qualities. From the very beginning, in addition to cargo versions, cargo and passenger versions for 5 and 7 seats were offered. It's Combi and Life. In 2008, an extended modification of the Maxi appeared with a wheelbase of 3002 mm. In 2007, Caddy was in the crash test according to EuroNCAP. The car received 4 stars for passenger protection and only three out of five for child protection in car seats. The Volkswagen Caddy is not the ideal choice for family transport. Its main purpose is to transport cargo. Here you will not find good materials, excellent equipment or decent noise insulation. But if you close your eyes on all this, then the main advantages will be found - a huge internal space and a spacious trunk. Even the shortest, 5-seater version has a cargo compartment of 530 liters - up to the window line, or 750 liters - when loaded under the ceiling.

Engines

Among the power units, reliable 8-valve gasoline atmospherics with a volume of 1.6 liters (102 hp) were the most widespread. The base 1.4-liter unit is too weak. Later 1.2 TSI turbo engines are not as durable and are worse at handling gas. The market also features a petrol version of EcoFuel with a 2-liter 115 strong engine adapted to work on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). However, this engine annoys with faults of valves and sensors.

In Europe, Cuddy with diesel engines is especially popular. In particular, the most popular 1.9 TDI power of 75 or 104 hp. This is a successful and reliable unit, which is also not expensive to repair. However, in the 104-strong version, designated BXE, there was a twisting of the liners. Among the proposals there are models with a naturally aspirated 2.0 SDI diesel engine. This engine is very reliable, but 68 hp is too small for a van. If you are looking for a diesel version, then you should avoid the 2.0 TDI PD / 140 hp engine installed between 2008 and 2010. He became famous for cracking the head of the block. It is better to prefer turbo diesels with the Common Rail injection system, which appeared after 2010: 1.6/75 hp, 2.0/110 and 140 hp.

Typical problems and malfunctions

In the production process, Volkswagen was not without failures, which are associated with an attempt to save money. Most of the miscalculations were fixed during restyling in 2010. Corrosion problems are one of the main drawbacks of the Volkswagen Caddy. Too thin layer of varnish is easily damaged from blows with stones. As a result, rust appears on the sills and rear side doors. In addition, the roller of the sliding door moving in the guide, destroys the paintwork, which causes corrosion. The mechanism itself should be kept clean. Otherwise, the plastic roller wears out. The cost of a guide with a roller is from 2 000 rubles. Sometimes rust can be found on the hood. The quality of interior decoration materials is average. The paint is wiped on the door handles, the varnish comes off the buttons, the cabin creaks, the shock absorbers of the rear door wear out quickly. The lamps in the headlights burn out quite quickly, and the headlights themselves often sweat. Sometimes there are problems with contacts, the central lock fails and the sliding door catches. Some have experienced cracking of the windshields in the cold. The back suspension is practically no problem. In the front, you have to face wear of the Silent blocks of levers (from 400 rubles), bushings and stabilizer racks. The cost of a full remake of the cross-arm suspension with ball and bushing - from 3 000 rubles. Heavy loads affect the longevity of rear shock absorbers (from 4000 rubles) and hub bearings (from 5 000 rubles), completely identical with Golf. Quite often, the leaf spring buffer is destroyed. Replacing it will not take much time and effort.

Engines

• However, this engine annoys with faults of valves and sensors.
• This is a successful and reliable unit, which is also not expensive to repair.
• If you are looking for a diesel modification, then you should avoid the engine 2.0 TDI PD / 140 hp.

Typical problems and malfunctions

• Corrosion problems are one of the main drawbacks of the Volkswagen Caddy.
• As a result, rust appears on the sills and rear side doors.
• In addition, the roller of the sliding door moving in the guide, destroys the paintwork, which causes corrosion. The mechanism itself should be kept clean. Otherwise, the plastic roller wears out.
• Sometimes rust can be found on the hood.
• The lamps in the headlights burn out quite quickly, and the headlights themselves often sweat.
• Sometimes there are problems with contacts, the central lock fails and the sliding door catches.
• The back suspension is practically no problem.
• In the front, you have to face wear of the Silent blocks of levers (from 400 rubles), bushings and stabilizer racks.
• When inspected, oil is often found leaking from the gearbox.

Cuddy is not a car for everyone. However, if you do not take into account the commercial purpose, mediocre dynamics and not the best quality of execution, then you will get many advantages - spaciousness, simplicity of design and relatively low operating costs.

• Engines: However, this engine is annoying with valves and sensors malfunctions.
• Typical problems and malfunctions: Corrosion problems are one of the main drawbacks of the Volkswagen Caddy.

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