Volkswagen Caddy 4

The Caddy 4 is not much different from the third generation model. However, Volkswagen insists that cars produced between 2015 and 2020 are the next generation. However, it is more of a deep facelift. The PQ35 platform has remained unchanged. It was used in the fifth Golf. Of course, the chassis Caddy of the 3rd and 4th generations differs from Volkswagen cars by the lack of multi-link suspension at the rear, instead of which leaf springs are installed. The Volkswagen Caddy, even in its passenger version, cannot hide its commercial purpose. It is quite noisy in motion, and the behavior of the back on the pits leaves much to be desired. On top of that, the equipment can be very scarce. The pluses include spaciousness. Passenger versions provide 5 or 7 seats. The Caddy came in two wheelbase variants. Maxi is 47 cm longer. The standard version, according to the manufacturer, holds from 750 to 3030 liters (apparently, counted up to the roof line). In Maxi can fit up to 3880 liters and, according to other sources, even a little more than 4100 liters. In 2015, in crash tests according to EuroNCAP Kaddy MPV 2.0 TDI earned 4 stars. However, it surpassed its predecessor in terms of passenger protection. One star was taken because of the injury of a pedestrian in an accidental collision with him.

Characteristic problems and malfunctions

What annoyed the predecessor was not good enough quality. The Volkswagen Caddy 3 had a too thin paint coating, which could cause corrosion in places of mechanical damage. There were many complaints about the interior decoration (especially before restyling). These are typical problems of the VW Group in the early 2000s.

In the case of the fourth generation, there are fewer claims. But don’t forget that this is a relatively fresh car.

However, in five-year copies you can already find a few minor problems. First of all, it is the wear of rollers of the sliding side door.

Fortunately, while does not scuff paint - it is with them usually began corrosion in the predecessor.

A little worse things are with the paint coating of the painted bumper - under the trunk door. The paint is usually damaged during unloading or loading. An additional overlay can be purchased to prevent defects.

The interior is holding up well. The interior used in Caddy 4 is more like a Golf 6 than a 5. It has no quality issues. However, optional glazing of sliding side doors, sometimes not only makes a lot of noise, but also lets water through.

In Cuddy, which transported cargo a lot and often, it is worth paying attention to the state of the springs. They may be tired (from 25 000 rubles for an analogue or 49 000 rubles for the original).

Engines

The predecessor had a number of failed engines. It is enough to recall the gasoline EA111 or diesel EA188. Both have a bad reputation that could have caused huge repair costs. However, in the motor range were more successful engines.

In the fourth generation, Volkswagen used only modified power units that are worthy of recommendations. When considering the engine version, you should consider how you intend to operate the Cuddy, as well as its service history.

Gasoline versions

Gasoline units are representatives of the EA211 series, with a belt-driven timing system. These engines have a very good reputation.

Basic - 1.0 TSI/102 hp Sometimes he had problems with the water pump (original - 18 000 rubles, analogues - from 4000 rubles).

The remaining 1.2 TSI/84 hp, 1.4 TSI/125 - 131 hp and the TGI/110 hp natural gas version (quite popular in Germany and Italy).

For economical driving, of course, the optimal 1.4 TSI.

Most cars have manual transmissions. Of the faults, there are cases of premature wear of the clutch (53 000 rubles per set), less often - wear of gears.

1.4 TSI can be combined with a 6- or 7-speed DSG. DSG 6 is considered to be a little more durable. In DSG7, approximately 200-250 thousand km, there were cases of very expensive repairs.

Gasoline variants of Cuddy could only be front-wheel drive.

Diesel versions

From 2015 to 2020, Volkswagen installed EA288 series turbo diesels here. This is a modern unit with a Common Rail injection system. It's been significantly refined. With proper maintenance and fueling with good fuel, turbodiesel usually does not cause problems.

2.0 TDI was offered in forcing options from 75 to 150 hp. The most balanced is a 102-horsepower engine with a maximum torque of 250 Nm.

A typical fault of diesel units is a clogged DPF filter (440 000 rubles for the original). The problem affects, first of all, cars operated in urban conditions.

Bad fuel can accelerate the wear of the injection system. Fortunately, Bosch piezo nozzles are subject to repair. The cost of a new nozzle is from 25 to 46 thousand rubles.

In diesel versions, in addition to mechanics, you can count on the DSG with six gears. They are more durable than DSG7. However, with large runs, the likelihood of expensive repair of the robot inevitably increases.

5-speed manual transmission was installed in versions with a capacity of 75 and 102 hp, and 6-speed – in variations of 122 hp.

Diesel Caddy could be all-wheel drive – with a 4Motion system. It is noteworthy that the rear suspension remained the same. All-wheel drive was only available for engines with 122 hp (with a 6-speed manual transmission) and 150 hp (DSG only).

It is worth noting that the off-road version of the Alltrack (since 2016) is not always all-wheel drive.

Characteristic problems and malfunctions

• The Volkswagen Caddy 3 had a too thin paint coating, which could cause corrosion in places of mechanical damage.
• These are typical problems of the VW Group in the early 2000s.
• However, in five-year copies you can already find a few minor problems.
• First of all, it is the wear of rollers of the sliding side door.
• Fortunately, while does not scuff paint - it is with them usually began corrosion in the predecessor.
• The interior used in Caddy 4 is more like a Golf 6 than a 5. It has no quality issues.
• In Cuddy, which transported cargo a lot and often, it is worth paying attention to the state of the springs.

Engines

• Both have a bad reputation that could have caused huge repair costs.
• When considering the engine version, you should consider how you intend to operate the Cuddy, as well as its service history.

Gasoline versions

• Sometimes he had problems with the water pump (original - 18 000 rubles, analogues - from 4000 rubles).
• Of the faults, there are cases of premature wear of the clutch (53 000 rubles per set), less often - wear of gears.
• There were some very expensive repairs.

Diesel versions

• With proper maintenance and fueling with good fuel, turbodiesel usually does not cause problems.
• A typical fault of diesel units is a clogged DPF filter (440 000 rubles for the original).
• The problem affects, first of all, cars operated in urban conditions.
• Bad fuel can accelerate the wear of the injection system.
• Fortunately, Bosch piezo nozzles are subject to repair.
• However, with large runs, the likelihood of expensive repair of the robot inevitably increases.

The Caddy 4 is expensive, and you need to be careful when searching. Many cars have an extreme past. In general, there are no serious claims regarding the durability. In addition, repairs will not be difficult, as well-known technologies are used, and parts are quite cheap, as they are interchangeable with other models of the VW Group. There are no problems with corrosion, known from the predecessor.

• Characteristic problems and malfunctions: The Volkswagen Caddy 3 had a too thin paint coating, which could cause corrosion in places of mechanical damage.
• Engines: Both with poor reputations that could incur colossal repair costs.
• Gasoline versions: Sometimes he had problems with the water pump (original - 18 000 rubles, analogues - from 4000 rubles). The remaining 1. 2 TSI/84 hp, 1. 4 TSI/125 - 131 hp and TGI/110 hp version.
• Diesel versions: With proper maintenance and fueling with good fuel, turbodiesel usually does not cause problems. 2.

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