Czech outlet auto.cz has published a test of the Volkswagen Caravelle PanAmericana converted for camping. The vehicle is based on the short-wheelbase Caravelle Life with the PanAmericana package, a 2.0-litre turbodiesel producing 125 kW, an eight-speed automatic and 4Motion all-wheel drive. The conversion includes BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyres in size LT235/65 R17 on Brock B45 wheels, a 4 cm raised suspension with Seikel shock absorbers and springs, and 5 mm underbody protection. A GFC V2 Pro roof tent, a roof rack and two awnings are fitted on the roof. The living module from Czech company VISU comprises a kitchen with a 50-litre fridge and a gas burner, an indoor sleeping area and the roof tent. A 2 kW Eberspächerⓘ independent heater and an EcoFlowⓘ Delta 2 Max portable power station with 2048 Wh capacity provide comfort. Test fuel consumption was 10.5 litres per 100 km.
