Volkswagen to soon showcase new California 6.1 MPV

KUALA LUMPUR: Like many, are you missing the iconic Volkswagen Camper van as well? If one goes out in the market today to purchase a classic camper, it’ll set them to buy by RM 100,000 with there rising demand only stretching the pieces for these old vans further.

Staying on the topic of classic camper vans, VW Commercial Vehicles team is under process to bring the new California 6.1 Multivan. This MPV is known to be showcased on a global platform by the year 2020.

The 2020 Volkswagen Camper will get a new assistance system to enhance the vehicle’s comfort and safety. Further, it will feature a new and digitalised multi-functional camper control system that’s located on the roof console. The cabin showcases a new-gen infotainment system that comes integrated with eSIM and digital instruments featuring for the very first time. On the exterior design front, the California 6.1 gets an all-new design.

Last year, the German automaker sold more than 18,000 California’s MPV, and the new updated version would only take the numbers high both globally and locally (one the VW Malaysia lineup includes one).

Powering the all-new VW California T6.1 will be a highly efficient 2.0-litre turbo diesel mill producing a maximum power output of 196 bhp. The latest generation of the Volkswagen camper is scheduled for a debut at the Caravan-Salon in Düsseldorf by August end.