First plug-in hybrid campervan from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles goes on sale
Images are for editorial use only. Order books open today for the new California eHybrid 4MOTION, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ first plug-in hybrid campervan Prices start at £71,2951 for the California Beach Camper eHybrid, £78,4951 for the California Coast trim, and £85,3951 for California Ocean Attractive finance packages start from £739 per month on 0% APR with Hire Purchase2 Configure all models using the California configurator: here Milton Keynes, UK, 24 April 2025 – The new California eHybrid 4MOTION, the first plug-in hybrid variant of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ iconic campervan, is now available to order from a UK Van Centre, with prices starting from £71,2951 or £739 per month on 0% APR with Hire Purchase.2 Continuing the Volkswagen campervan legacy as the iconic vehicle enters into the electric era for the first time, the new California eHybrid 4MOTION is the ideal companion for every adventure. Featuring a combined output of 245 PS, its powerful and efficient powertrain combines an electric motor with a high-tech 1.5 TSI engine, for flexibility and reliability, no matter the journey. For everyday adventuring, the 19.7kWh lithium-ion battery delivers an impressive WLTP range of 54 miles3 of pure electric travel, while offering a towing capacity of up to 1,600kg, perfect for those with motorbikes or boats in tow. Available in a choice of highly-specified trim levels – Beach Camper, Coast and Ocean – the new eHybrid California benefits from the same exceptional flexibility as the petrol and diesel variants. Two sliding doors as standard ensure comfortable and easy entry and exit, creating a three-zone concept for campsites, while enabling greater versatility for outdoor eating with the redesigned kitchen and external folding table. To mark order books opening, until 30 June 2025, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is offering a number of compelling finance offers on the new plug-in hybrid variant. The Beach Camper 245PS eHybrid 1.5 TSI 4MOTION is available on 0% APR from £739 per month on a 48-month, 10,000-mile Hire Purchase agreement from Volkswagen Financial Services.2 Representative example based on a 48-month,10,000 mile per annum Hire Purchase agreement California Beach Camper 245PS eHybrid 1.5 TSI 6-Speed DSG 4MOTION California 2.0TDI Ocean 7-speed Automatic 150PS Duration 48 months 48 months 47 monthly payments of £739.00 £805.00 Deposit contribution £0.00 £0.00 Customer deposit £35,823.00 £38,941.00 On the road retail cash price £71,295.00 £77,581.00 Total amount of credit £35,472.00 £38,640.00 Total amount payable £70,556.00 £76,776.00 Option to purchase fee^ £0.00 £0.00 Representative APR 0.0% APR 0.0% APR Rate of interest 0.00% 0.00% 2Ordered by 30/06/2025. Minimum 50% deposit. Maximum 48 month contract. Indemnities may be required. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Financial Services.^Payable at the end of your agreement. All variants also benefit from Volkswagen’s 5+ Promise4 standard Warranty and Service Plan, at no extra cost, for peace of mind. The plan includes five services (comprising three Oil Services, two Oil and Inspection Services with Pollen Filter), a five-year Warranty, and five years’ Roadside Assistance. The California eHybrid 4MOTION is open for orders from 24 April, with the California configurator here, and full details available at www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk. Generous level of standard equipment, includes: 16″ “Syracuse” Alloy wheels in silver on Beach; or 17″ “Dundrod” Alloy wheels on Coast; 18″ “Toshima” Alloy wheels 7.5 J x 18, in silver on Camper Sliding doors on the left and right passenger compartments Multifunction leather steering wheel with paddle shifters Mini Kitchen Digital Cockpit Pro Mobile Phone Interface California on Tour app 2 USB-C ports at the front, 4 USB-C charging sockets in the passenger compartment 45W Charging cable Mode 2 Type 2 Voice control plus Digital radio reception (DAB+) Camper parking heater for continuous operation and fuel-powered auxiliary heater Armrests on the front swivel seats, on both sides, with electric lumbar support Daytime running lights with assistant headlights as well as “coming home” and “leaving home” functions Ambient lighting in the door area Awning in black (housing and rail) left Park Assist with front and rear parking sensors “Front Assist” with pedestrian and cyclist detection Anti-theft alarm system with interior surveillance, back-up horn and towing protection “Lane Assist” Lockable wheel bolts (ends) Notes to Editors1All prices are Total RRP OTR, including VAT – correct at time of publication.218s+. Subject to status. Minimum 50% deposit. Maximum 48 month contract. Ordered by 30/06/2025 from participating Van Centres. Indemnities may be required. Subject to changes in vehicle or equipment prices. May be varied or withdrawn at any time. Freepost Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Financial Services.3Tested according to WLTP technical procedures.4Servicing: For Petrol, Diesel and eHybrid models, covers first 5 consecutive services, 5 Pollen filters & 3 x MOTs. For electric models, covers first 3 consecutive inspection services, 3 x Pollen filters & 3 x MOTs. Additional work, including wear and tear, is excluded. Servicing must be carried out in line with the requirements of the service schedule and all servicing and warranty work must be carried out at a Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Authorised Repairer. Administered by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Financial Services. Warranty: covers all models up to 5 years old or 124,000 miles. Warranty exclusions apply including shorter warranty period for components subject to wear and tear, mechanical adjustments (6 months/6,500 miles) and windscreen (1 month/600 miles). Administered by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK. Roadside Assistance: excludes costs of parts, garage, labour or other costs in excess of specified limits. Other limitations & exclusions apply. See Roadside Assistance Handbook for full details: www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/idhub/content/dam/onehub_nfz/importers/gb/downloads/roadside_assistance_handbook.pdf. Administered by AA. About Volkswagen Commercial VehiclesOver 70 years ago, the first Transporter arrived in the UK, creating a blueprint which others would follow: a van which gets the job done efficiently and reliably. Today, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles offers a diverse model range of commercial as well as passenger carrying and lifestyle models – from the compact Caddy, the new Transporter and sturdy Crafter panel vans, dropsides and tippers, through the Multivan passenger carrier, and Caddy California, new California and Grand California campervans, to the ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo all-electric models, and the Amarok. The vehicles are as versatile and dependable as Volkswagens have always…
