Caddy Cargo Electric 204hp
Car-derived electric Caddy — Golf platform underpinnings, genuine car comfort levels and 285km WLTP in the most nimble VW commercial footprint. Ideal for Irish tradespeople and sole traders.
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 45 kWh |
| WLTP range | 285 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~222 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 11.3s |
| Top speed | 120 km/h |
| Torque | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 100 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 11 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Cargo volume | 3,300 L |
| Max payload | 735 kg |
| Seats | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,833 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.
Volkswagen highlights
💰 Irish pricing & incentives
💡 Total savings of €3,800. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
| Estimated annual running costs (30,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€1,137 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€2,321 |
| Motor tax | €333/yr |
| Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L) | ~€4,803/yr |
🚘 Caddy Cargo — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026
All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Van Grant (N1S) (€3,800). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.
| Model / Trim | Battery & Range | Price After Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Caddy Cargo Electric SWB Standard |
45kWh · 285km | €31,990€28,190 |
| Caddy Maxi Cargo Electric LWB Long |
45kWh · 270km | €34,490€30,690 |
Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Van Grant (N1S) (€3,800). Always verify at seai.ie.
🇮🇪 Caddy Cargo on Irish routes
Range analysis for typical Irish trade and service van operations.
Based on ~222km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the Caddy Cargo right for you?
| Last-mile urban delivery | ✅ Excellent |
| Daily depot range (222km) | ✅ Full day on one charge |
| Payload requirements | ✅ 735kg capacity |
| Cargo volume | ✅ 3,300L cargo space |
| SEAI grant eligible | ✅ €3,800 grant |
| Towing / trailer | ❌ Not tow-rated |
| Overnight depot charging | ✅ 7.4kW wallbox sufficient |
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~7h |
| 🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%) | ~5h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~38min |
| 🚀 100kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~19min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
Volkswagen Group is a founding partner of Ionity's ultra-rapid charging network. ID. series owners benefit from preferential Ionity pricing through the We Charge app. Ionity's 350kW stations on major Irish motorway corridors ensure long-distance travel is practical for all ID. vehicles.
📐 Dimensions & cargo
| Length | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,833 mm |
| Cargo volume | 3,300 L |
| Max payload | 735 kg |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 2 |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
❓ Frequently asked questions — Volkswagen Caddy Cargo Electric 204hp
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🔗 Everything you need alongside the Volkswagen Caddy Cargo Electric 204hp
The Volkswagen Caddy Cargo Electric 204hp needs a dedicated business charger. A managed AC wallbox with RFID access and energy reporting is the standard for Irish fleet operators — it controls charging costs and tracks usage per vehicle or driver:
Solar panels on a commercial premises can offset a significant portion of EV charging costs — reducing grid import and improving fleet TCO. SEAI Non-Domestic Microgen grants and TAMS III (agri) are available. Accelerated Capital Allowance allows year-1 tax write-off.
Businesses installing EV chargers and solar panels can also qualify for commercial heat pump grants via SEAI Better Energy Communities. A heat pump covers space and water heating — combined with solar it delivers the lowest operating cost energy system available to Irish businesses today.
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