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Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life Estate (2008-2010) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3.5 out of 53.5

At a glance

Price new £17,133 - £19,151
Used prices £1,470 - £4,610
Road tax cost £245 - £335
Insurance group 12 - 16
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Number of doors 5
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Available fuel types

Diesel

Alternative fuel

Pros & cons

PROS

High quality cabin, masses of passenger space, can seat seven, large boot, sliding side doors

CONS

Van-like appearance, rearmost seat difficult to remove, other people carriers are more user-friendly inside

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

It might be based on a humble van, but the Caddy Maxi Life has all the credentials it needs to win recognition as a great family car. As the name suggests it’s based on the Caddy van which means it’s able to offer plenty of room for seven – along with all their luggage – and is good value for money too. An excellent reputation for quality and a refined ride make the Caddy Maxi Life a strong alternative to traditional people carriers, especially as it is available with a choice of diesel engines and manual or semi-automatic gearboxes.

However, the rear seats aren’t as flexible or as user-friendly as other people carriers and a new buy, it looks quite expensive.