Are VW Caddy Maxi reliable?
Reliability and Safety The Caddy has a good reputation for reliability. Models made before 2010 used a 1.9-litre TDI diesel engine, which was proven across the VW Group range and could take very high mileages in its stride.
What is the difference between a Caddy Life and a Caddy Maxi Life?
Volkswagen’s Caddy Maxi is an extended wheelbase version of the German manufacturer’s popular Caddy van. The Life variant is a seven-seater MPV that also doubles as a van. Better equipped than most commercial vehicles, it’s aimed at the private family market as well as business drivers.
How many miles can a Caddy last?
The best Caddy will average 55.4mpg, giving 735 miles on one tank. For a seven-seater mid-sized mpv this is a cracking statistic. Some VW dealers may not be able to service the Caddy Maxi because it is based on the van platform so make sure you check beforehand to avoid nasty surprises further down the line.
How much is road tax on a VW Caddy Life?
Standard Trim
| Annual Road Tax | Six-monthly Road Tax | |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 TDI Life 5d (31 Mar 2017 – 2 Dec 2018) | £165.00 | £90.75 |
| 2.0 TDI Life 5d (1 Aug 2015 – 31 Mar 2017) | £135.00 | £74.25 |
| 2.0 TDI Life 5d (1 Jun 2016 – 11 Dec 2016) | £30.00 | N/A |
| 1.2 TSI Life 5d (31 Mar 2017 – 31 Jan 2018) | £165.00 | £90.75 |
How much bigger is the Caddy Maxi?
Passenger & boot space The long-wheelbase Caddy Cargo Maxi adds 353mm to the length of the van, making it 4853mm long and increasing its load length to 2150mm. That equates to 3.1m3 of load space in a standard Caddy Cargo, with a maximum load space length of 1797mm, width of 1613mm and 1272mm height.
Is a VW Caddy Life classed as a car?
What you get instead. The VW Caddy may not technically be a car-derived vehicle, but it is a good-looking van providing a nice drive. It’s also a model that’s earned its good reputation for reliability – although you may find space and payload limited when compared with some of its rivals.
Does car tax increase every year?
2021 car tax (VED) increase Vehicle excise duty (VED) rates tend to increase bit-by-bit every year, and the same is true of the tax-year beginning in April 2021, although the rate has been fixed for some low-emissions vehicles.
How often should you service a VW Caddy?
every 12,000 miles
Volkswagen Caddy Full Service We recommend your car receives a Full Service every 12,000 miles or 12 months – whichever is sooner. A Full Service each year will reduce the risk of breakdown and can help maintain the value of the vehicle.
Is a VW Caddy Maxi a van?
Let’s be plain about this – the VW Caddy Maxi Life is a seven-seater people carrier based on a van. Of course, we’re talking about a Volkswagen van here, so this doesn’t mean you automatically get handed a hair shirt and/or a pasty upon acquisition of the keys.
Is 100k miles a lot for a van?
Today’s modern vans are engineered to last – and 100,000 miles showing on the clock is commonplace. There’s even stories of Transits reaching 200,000 and beyond – but if you are considering spending your hard-earned cash purchasing a ‘High Miler’, it can be a case of ‘buyer beware’.