Volkswagen California (05 on) - Review Review by Simon Harris on 14 June 2007 Last Updated: 24 September 2009 Many people will have fond memories of once owning a 'Camper van'. And while plenty of these older models are still on the roads, it is perhaps easy to overlook the fact that Volkswagen still sells its equivalent today. Based on the Volkswagen Caravelle, the California offers a four-seat/four-berth travelling companion and even comes complete with the kitchen sink. The California sleeps two in it's pop-up roof compartment and two in the passenger compartment - it can also carry water and gas. It might lack the simplistic charm of the original Camper, but it's a capable part-time traveller and is certainly more manageable than a full-size motorhome. 4 out of 5 Other Volkswagen reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Safety The Caravelle, on which the California is based, was awarded four stars out of five for adult occupant protection in official Euro NCAP crash tests, which is a reasonable score. Anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control are standard while front, side and curtain airbags are also fitted. The passenger airbag can be deactivated, should a rearward-facing child seat be carried in the front plus a warning triangle and first aid kit are included. Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info Adult Occupant Rating 4 out of 5 Child Protection Rating 4 out of 5 Pedestrian Test Rating 1 out of 5 4 out of 5 Reliability Proven Volkswagen mechanicals and electrics should be reliable for many years. The warranty is three years/100,000 miles (40,000 miles longer than the standard passenger car warranty) should anything serious go wrong in that time. Car check problem points Body No problems reported. Engine/Gearbox No problems reported. Other No problems reported. Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Cars for Sale Search well over a hundred thousand new and used cars for sale across the UK. Find out more Previous: Costs Next: Buying & Selling