VW Grand California 1.Generation 600 3,5t 2.0 TDI 4MOTION Automatik - Long-range vehicle

Is a VW Grand California a long distance vehicle? If one asks the question whether this car is also suitable for longer distances, one has to consider different aspects, comfort, tank volume, top speed...

The tank capacity of 75 liters leads one to believe that drivers of a VW Grand California could cover long distances with it. However, if you look at the average consumption of 9.4 liters / 100km, it quickly becomes clear - with a corresponding gas foot, you have to expect frequent fuel stops. An important criterion for frequent drivers: the top speed. This is 156 km/h and is therefore less suitable for long distances, as any intermediate sprints simply take too long. Comfort and interior space are at least as important on long journeys. With a length of 5986 mm, the car is among the very large ones. Expect a comfortably equipped vehicle here even in the standard equipment.

The integrated distance cruise control ensures both safe and relaxed travel by automatically maintaining both the speed and the distance to the vehicle in front. Of course, air conditioning is a must for comfortable journeys. Here, even an automatic air conditioning system is installed, i.e. the air volume and temperature is automatically adjusted to the interior temperature, while a simple air conditioning system has to be operated manually.

The VW Grand California is generously dimensioned, has numerous comfort features, and can be moved at a reasonably brisk pace - if it weren't for the short range. If that doesn't bother you, this vehicle is an extremely comfortable long-distance companion.