2020 Caddy 5 press launch and information

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:19 pm

As you all know, Doc managed to get on the press launch for the latest Caddy 5 in Dusseldorf. He got sent a press pack containing the now leaked (by someone else) press photos and a 16 page document outlining the specifications.

I will post these photos even though they are in the other thread and update as and when I get any other photos from Doc or the internet.

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:20 pm

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:21 pm

This is what I've diluted from the 16 pages

MQB (modular transverse matrix)

The rear axle is completely new, incorporating a solid Panhard rod controlled by a trailing arm. To optimise ride comfort the previous leaf spring has been replaced by a coil spring construction. This permits the integration of different drive system concepts – from conventional front- and all-wheel drive all the way to alternative drive systems.

Maxi can carry 2 euro pallets sideways

TDi engines have better nox emissions due to double dosing 55kw/75ps or 90kw/122ps

TSi 84kw/116ps

Supercharged natural gas TGi

DSG is now digitalised ‘shift-by-wire’

‘Innovision’ 10.25” digital cockpit

Optional electric tailgate and side doors

18” wheels on top version

LED headlights and taillights

Keyless access and ignition

Inductive smart phone charging

2 USB sockets

Wireless App connect

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:28 pm

All metal rear doors

Standard on the cargo version; electric windows, electric mirrors, electronic handbrake with auto hold, H7 headlights, LED # plate lights

1855mm wide (62mm wider than outgoing)

Length has gone up by 93mm to 4501mm

Wheelbase has gone up 73mm to 2755mm

Height has gone down 25mm to 1797mm but cargo space has gone up 7mm to 1273mm

Cargo space width is up 50mm to 1606mm and between arches is up 60mm to 1230mm

Sliding door in Maxi has gone from 701mm to 840mm meaning pallet can be loaded through it

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:41 pm

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:42 pm

Trendline becomes Caddy
Comfortline becomes Life
Highline becomes Style

6.5”, 8.25” or 10” MIB3 nav screens

Ergonomic seats

Online connectivity via integrated eSIM

Digital buttons for light, sight, audio and menu functions

LED interior lights

Skully · Post by **Skully** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:56 pm

I love the tail light design. So much better than the current one.

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 6:59 pm

Travel Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Trailer Assist
Side Assist
Rear traffic alert
Emergency Assist
Front Assist
Park Pilot
Hill Start Assist
ESC with ABS, ASR and EDS
Dynamic Light Assist
Lane Assist
Driver Alert
Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
TPMS
Reverse Camera
Speed Limiter with cruise control system
Dynamic Road Sign Display

Dav02 · Post by **Dav02** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 7:00 pm

thanks for the update.

Plenty to like but some styling I don't. The front bumper looks awful. Suppose that's something to mod anyway

For those that don't use the Caddy for heavy commercial use, getting rid of the leaf springs is good. Interior looks like it could be far more comfortable. Plus a shark fin aerial, finally be able to get decent DAB signal.

Barbel330 · Post by **Barbel330** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 7:16 pm

Have they all got 2 sliding doors? With that hideous rail protruding out of the panels.

On the positive side I like the fact that it’s got all the latest technology and comforts. I also like the flared look of the arches. On the negative, it’s ugly! Horrible angle of the rear bumper where it meets the 1/4 panels. Lost the smooth sides of previous caddy’s which imo was what made it the best looking van. Nasty nasty looking side rails. Too many different body lines for me. The front bumper looks weird, like when people colour code their bumper grills, paint the grill section black and it’d look much better at the front.

Overall, I’m sure it’ll look ok when we start to modify them, lower them and add big wheels etc......as we do.

the swan fiend · Post by **the swan fiend** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 7:22 pm

I have to say, VWs disguises and trickery fooled me. I think it looks great. I’d like to see a few different things personally, the lower grille on the bumper would look better in gloss black to break up the colour a bit. I’d have also liked more defined wheel arches too.
Are there any official shots of the interior Dan?

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Vwjack88 · Post by **Vwjack88** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 7:33 pm

I Dont like that, I think the back is horrible and overall looks ugly. As said above the smoothness of the sides have gone and looks a bit busy.
The interior looks smart though

the67al · Post by **the67al** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 8:21 pm

Very smart looking, especially the rear, not sure about the one colour mesh look on front though, about time it had a new style as was looking a bit dated compared to say the transit connect.

James01 · Post by **James01** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 8:33 pm

I'm sure it will look different in real life but in those pics I'm not a fan

Post by **dan@biali** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 8:58 pm

Doc has been busy taking photos with more to come

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