First plug-in hybrid campervan from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles goes on sale

by Volkswagen | April 26, 2025
- 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
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, | 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
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