Specifications: Volkswagen Caravelle (T3) 2.1 (112 Hp) Syncro 16 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992

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Volkswagen Caravelle (T3) 2.1 (112 Hp) Syncro 16 – Full specifications
General information
Brand Volkswagen
Model Caravelle
Generation Caravelle (T3)
Modification (Engine) 2.1 (112 Hp) Syncro 16
Start of production 1987 year
End of production 1992 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Van
Seats 7-9
Doors 4-5
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) – urban 14.3 l/100 km
16.4 US mpg
19.8 UK mpg
7 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – extra urban 10.4 l/100 km
22.6 US mpg
27.2 UK mpg
9.6 km/l
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed 140 km/h
86.99 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 15 kg/Hp, 66.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 9.6 kg/Nm, 103.9 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 112 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power per litre 53.1 Hp/l
Torque 174 Nm @ 2800 rpm.
128.34 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine layout Rear, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code DJ
Engine displacement 2109 cm3
128.7 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 4
Engine configuration Boxer
Cylinder Bore 94 mm
3.7 in.
Piston Stroke 76 mm
2.99 in.
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Number of valves per cylinder 2
Fuel injection system Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain OHV
Engine oil capacity 4.5 l
4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
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Coolant 17.5 l
18.49 US qt | 15.4 UK qt

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1675-1705 kg
3692.74 – 3758.88 lbs.
Max. weight 2500 kg
5511.56 lbs.
Max load 795-825 kg
1752.67 – 1818.81 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 1700 l
60.03 cu. ft.
Trunk (boot) space – maximum 2930 l
103.47 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 70 l
18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Max. roof load 100 kg
220.46 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) 2000 kg
4409.25 lbs.
Permitted trailer load without brakes 600 kg
1322.77 lbs.
Permitted towbar download 75 kg
165.35 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 4600 mm
181.1 in.
Width 1845 mm
72.64 in.
Height 2020-2028 mm
79.53 – 79.84 in.
Wheelbase 2480 mm
97.64 in.
Front track 1597 mm
62.87 in.
Rear (Back) track 1590 mm
62.6 in.
Front overhang 1175 mm
46.26 in.
Rear overhang 925 mm
36.42 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 218-226 mm
8.58 – 8.9 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 11.3 m
37.07 ft.
Approach angle 24°
Departure angle 24°
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle 29°
Climb angle 36°
Wading depth 390 mm
15.35 in.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
Drive wheel All wheel drive (4×4)
Number of gears and type of gearbox 5 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspension Independent coil spring, Trailing arm
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Drum
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Tires size 195/80 R16; 205/80 R16
Wheel rims size 5.5J x 16

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