Volkswagen California T5
The Volkswagen California T5 (2004–2009): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: 7H · Sold in: European Union, France, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,789–5,140 mm Traficom |
| Width | 1,900 mm RDW |
| Height | 1,970–1,990 mm RDW |
| Wheelbase | 2,920–3,000 mm RDW |
| Weights and towing | |
| Kerb weight | 2,088–2,462 kg RDW |
| Mass in running order | 2,188–2,562 kg RDW |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,800–3,000 kg RDW |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000–2,500 kg RDW |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 700–750 kg RDW |
| Seats and space | |
| Seats | 4–5 RDW |
| Doors | 3 RDW |
| Performance | |
| Top speed | 165–185 km/h RDW |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), RDW type approvals (Netherlands).
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 79.8% (76.5–82.7) | 69.2% | 658 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 27.4% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 24.3% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 23.7% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 18.7% | 31.2% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 10.5% | 11.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.0% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 9 versions of the Volkswagen California T5
United Kingdom 9 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–20102.5 TDI 130PS with DPF · 2.5 TDI 130ps with DPF | 2.5 L | 96 kW (130 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 219 g/km |
| 2007–20102.5 TDI 174PS with DPF · 2.5 TDI 174ps with DPF | 2.5 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 8.4 L/100 km NEDC | 221 g/km |
| 2007–20102.5 TDI 174PS Tiptronic with DPF · 2.5 TDI 174ps Tiptronic with DPF | 2.5 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 257 g/km |
| 2007–20102.5 TDI 174PS 4MOTION with DPF · 2.5 TDI 174ps 4MOTION with DPF | 2.5 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Diesel | – | 9.2 L/100 km NEDC | 243 g/km |
| 20062.5 TDI 130PS | 2.5 L | 96 kW (130 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 230 g/km |
| 20062.5 TDI 130PS Tiptronic | 2.5 L | 96 kW (130 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 246 g/km |
| 20062.5 TDI 174PS | 2.5 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
| 20062.5 TDI 174PS 4MOTION | 2.5 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Diesel | – | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 20062.5 TDI 174PS Tiptronic | 2.5 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 246 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.