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The California
Rediscover adventure
- Seats5 or 7
- SleepsUp to 4
- Fuel efficiency (Combined cycle)From 6.6 L/100km2
- Luggage capacityfrom 4,300L
Get ready to see more
The great outdoors is waiting to be discovered in the new California 6.1. The ultimate camping van is packed with all the right features to take your adventure to the next level. It’s customisable from head to toe, so you’re fully equipped for any road trip. Whether it’s flawless coastal roads, weaving mountain tracks or stunning desert highways, Australia has some of the most beautiful drives. All you have to do next is choose where to go.
Your home on the road
Your home on the road
For the adventure seekers
The California will take you wherever you want to go. An all-round adventurer, this compact camping van is comfortable and cosy from the driver’s seat to the bedroom.
Dream under the stars
More than capable of handling the day-to-day drive, the California is also built for day trips that turn into overnight adventures. The spacious cabin offers enough room to comfortably sleep 4, including the loft space which is fitted with a sprung bed base and comfort mattress. So, wherever you park up, you’ll catch some quality Zzzzs. It also boasts a comfortable, well thought-out interior with a three-seater convertible bench and Multiflex board doubling as extra luggage space when you need it.
Explore with confidence
The California 6.1 is fitted out with all the latest safety tech like Front Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Blind Spot Monitoring with Lane Assist to keep you safe on every adventure.3
Your guardian angel
California 6.1 is kitted out with a suite of innovative safety features as standard to assist you on the road.3
- Front and Rear Park Distance Control with Rear View Camera
Functional with an adventurous side
With everything you need at your fingertips, the California 6.1. is full of well-thought-out details to transform any trip into an unforgettable experience.
Maximum comfort. Total freedom
With the California 6.1, you’ll have a first-class seat on your next adventure with lumbar support, backrest tilt and adjustable armrests. This is a camping van that takes comfort seriously with all the latest in luxury and design including ventilation strips, swivelling reading lamps, blinds on the windows and swivel front seats. Rest your hands on the leather-covered multifunction steering wheel and feel the control. If the sun’s too bright or it’s time to call it a night, the shades in the cockpit and living room can black out the camping van giving you privacy and security.
Customise your California
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California accessories
A little more won't hurt. Add even more function to your new vehicle with a selection of optional accessories. Optional accessories at extra cost. Overseas models are shown for illustrative purposes only5.
Universal traffic recorder
For added protection the California can be fitted with the Volkswagen Universal Traffic Recorder, a front view camera that allows you to record any incidents onto a removable SD card. You have total control over all camera settings via the UTR Volkswagen App6, which also includes a car finder feature. And the best thing is, the device requires no battery or recharging.
Bicycle tailgate carrier
With the ability to carry up to four adult sized bikes (max payload of 60kg), this genuine bicycle carrier is the perfect accessory for when travelling with friends or family. Designed to work around you, the carrier does not prohibit the opening of the tailgate, and allows the vehicle to be used as normal when the bikes are removed from the rack.