Used Volkswagen Caddy Life

The Caddy Life is just another success off the VW production line

The VW Caddy is a light commercial vehicle that has been produced and redeveloped for decades. The Caddy Life is just another success off the production line and, while it is no longer continued, you can find high-quality second-hand editions if you look hard enough!

The Caddy Life combines space, safety, quality, and luxury in one handsome vehicle. Not only this, but they’ll do lots of work for those looking for commercial gain or to travel long distances in groups. Even with a fully-laden set of passengers, there’s a lot of space for people to store equipment and essential items without having to awkwardly maneuver around due to the well-thought-out interior.

It has since had a few stages of evolution. It has always been created in a multiple of ways, including the Kombi, the Window Panel Van, and, of course, the Caddy Life. It was initially made in the mold of a Golf Mk5. The first step was to create a more aerodynamic version due to the lack of such aspects prior. Previous models possessed windshields that were more vertical while harboring other non-aerodynamic elements.

A later version in 2013 came with fresher updates such as improved ergonomics and space. The idea was to take the strain out of the work and to make it easier to drive. Features included a height-adjustable driver’s seat, an anti-dazzle rear-view mirror, and a radio CD player.

4th Generation Caddy Life

If you are looking for a new MPV with style, flexibility and excellent cargo capacity, you’re in the right place with the VW Caddy Life. The reliable and well-constructed sliding doors are a good fit for easy access for passengers, which is why it’s an excellent option for families. It’s the smallest of the commercial vehicle line-up, but still an excellent size that offers a huge range of options for those who want space and great handling!

The VW Caddy Life comes in five variants, looking fantastic and fitting in well for both business and home life. It may look small on the outside, but don’t be fooled: the proportions are there with enough space for the whole family.

Exterior design

The front-end features of the Caddy Life has a radiator grille styled and embellished with chrome louvers. There are colour-keyed elements including the door handles and heated door mirrors, but the appeal comes from the black roof rails, which allow for an elegant look and design. The front and back lights are range-adjustable, with daytime running lights and front fog lamps. You can get the Caddy Life in Cherry Red and Candy White as standard, but you can also find the Deep Black, Acapulco Blue and Viper Green. The colours are stunning and are offered in a wide range for better choice.

There are three trim levels for the Caddy Life:

• Startline
• Trendline
• Highline

You can also get the short and longer body lengths, with the Maxi being the longer of the two. There is a 7-seat Caddy Life MPV as well as a 5-seat Caddy Kombi van.

Interior design

Most people go straight to the interior of a new car, looking for comfort and space to fulfil their needs. The Startline trim is the first in the Caddy Life lineup, and you get a classy and sophisticated look with this interior. The console is focused in the centre and the infotainment system is the main attraction in the interior of the new Caddy Life. You’ll find a composite colour screen featuring an upgraded DAB radio with Bluetooth connectivity, too. With an SD card slot and AUX/USB inputs, the Caddy Life has a smart set-up that is particularly good for a van of this calibre. With a leather, multi-function steering wheel and heated mirrors that are electric, you get an excellent interior range for your car.

There is a five-seat cabin, upholstered in Kutamo cloth. You’ll find plenty of headroom and plenty of storage holes for passengers to keep their things. There is 8-way adjustable driver seating, too, which is brilliant for lumbar support! The features in the interior of the car are leather-clad, which makes for a classy look. Some of the features include:

• Power-assisted steering
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• Electric front windows
• Heated rear windscreen
• Split-folding seats allowing for a bigger capacity (2,850-litre) capacity
• Body-coloured bumpers and mirrors
• Rear parking sensors

For something a little more, Highline models get the following additions:

• Heated windscreens
• Alloy wheels
• Fog lights
• Vision pack with automatic wipers
• Upgraded infotainment system with 6.3in touchscreen
• Sat Nav

Technology and safety

• Every new Caddy Life has a six-speaker sound system with a CD player, DAB radio, AUX and SD connectivity and Bluetooth. Some of the excellent features on offer to the driver include:
  • Electronic Stability Programme
  • Traction Control
  • Anti-lock Braking System
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Hill Hold
  Some of the best safety features of the new Caddy Life include ISOFIX mountings for car seats, child-proof rear doors and seat belt reminders. There are also multiple airbags and the standard safety equipment has excellent drivers aids as listed.Along with the previously mentioned drivers aids, buyers will love the side and curtain airbags along with the extra-safe front-assist technology which serves to monitor the distance to things just in front of the vehicle. It’s an excellent safety feature for those who need the guidance when driving. There is an alarm that will sound before the car hits anything or gets too close, and it also ensures the brakes are ready for an emergency stop. Safety features like this are what sells the new Caddy Life, and emergency city braking - yet another feature - will apply the brakes at the lowest speeds to prevent and lessen the impact that a collision gives. As a Caddy Life customer, you can specify Adaptive Cruise Control, maintaining a set speed with a set distance to the car in front. You will also find Light Assist, which will dip the beam to avoid the dazzling lights of oncoming traffic.

• The performance of the new Volkswagen Caddy Life shows it to be the most fuel-efficient choice on the market. There is a 2.0-litre, 101bhp diesel unit that can return as much as 61.4mpg and CO2 emissions as low as 122g/km. This is where it comes in as the most fuel-efficient option out thereThe VW Caddy Life is one of the newest passenger cars to have a Start/Stop system that ensures that the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are further reduced. This is done by automatic switch-off to the engine when the car stops. Many of the buyers who go for the Caddy Life do so because of the 101bhp engine option, and that’s because it offers a balanced drive. It’s fun, engaging and exciting as a new passenger car, and the 101bhp unit is the sensible option. The gearbox is great, with smooth shift action, and the gear shifts are quick, smooth and light, which adds another layer of peace and tranquility to what is a comfortable and quiet van to drive. If you’re looking for excellent performance and savings on fuel, while being kinder to the environment, you’re going to be in the right place with the new Volkswagen Caddy Life.

When you buy a used VW from your local dealership or through an online transaction, you must always follow a few steps. Making sure you do your research and make sure you ask the right questions are two paramount points as you need to make sure you get the correct vehicle with all the right specs. It’s also important to ensure that you give the vehicle a test drive beforehand, as you’ll need to get a feel of things.​