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Volkswagen introduced a special California Ocean Generation camper with new design and rich equipment, alongside a simplified base version for self-conversion.
Volkswagen has presented two new versions of the California camper for 2026. The special California Ocean Generation features a refreshed design and extensive equipment as part of the updated lineup.
At the same time, a simplified base version has been released for the European market. It retains only two swiveling front seats and a manual pop-up roof, with no built-in furniture. This version is aimed at buyers who wish to equip the vehicle themselves.
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Volkswagen has introduced a special edition of the California Ocean camper, called Generation. The model is part of the updated California lineup and ...
Volkswagen has introduced a special edition of the California Ocean camper, called Generation. The model is part of the updated California lineup and features a new design and extensive equipment.
Volkswagen has released a simplified version of the California camper van for the 2026 model year in Europe. The interior features only two swiveling ...
Volkswagen has released a simplified version of the California camper van for the 2026 model year in Europe. The interior features only two swiveling front seats and a manually operated pop-up roof, with no built-in furniture. This base model targets cost-conscious customers who plan to customize the vehicle themselves.
Updated: 25.07.2026
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