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Volkswagen has given the Multivan and California their first facelift and introduced a stripped-down Multivan Camper as a platform for self-conversion.
Volkswagen has carried out the first facelift of the Multivan family on the MQB platform, which has been in production since 2021. The updates affect both the standard version and the California camper.
Additionally, the company has launched a simplified version of the Multivan Camper as a platform for DIY camper conversion. The vehicle comes with two front seats, an empty interior and a standard pop-up roof, but requires additional certification as an incomplete chassis. The price starts from £43,900, which is lower than the ready-made California models.
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Volkswagen has carried out the first facelift of the Multivan family on the MQB platform, which has been in production since 2021. The updates affect ...
Volkswagen has carried out the first facelift of the Multivan family on the MQB platform, which has been in production since 2021. The updates affect both the standard version and the California camper.
Volkswagen has introduced a simplified Multivan Camper as a platform for DIY camper van conversions. The vehicle comes with two front seats, an empty ...
Volkswagen has introduced a simplified Multivan Camper as a platform for DIY camper van conversions. The vehicle comes with two front seats, an empty interior, and a factory-installed pop-up roof, but requires additional certification as an incomplete chassis. Pricing starts at £43,900, undercutting ready-made California models.
Updated: 25.07.2026
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