• Sleeps2 adults, 2 children
  • Drive 2WD & 4MOTION

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Explore California features
Take a closer look at the California 6.1’s technology, features, and connected services.

Build, compare and see prices
From the paint colour to the size of the engine, use the configurator to build and compare your perfect California 6.1.

Offers and finance
Browse the latest California 6.1 offers, get quick price estimates and learn about our finance packages.

Next steps
Book in for a test drive, find your local Van Centre, or use our online finance calculator tool.

60 years in the making

The movement that began with the Volkswagen campervan – a rolling symbol for independence and freedom – now brings you a true home on four wheels in the California 6.1. There is no better way to add to the success of a legend. And no better way to express your attitude to life.

Elevated roof

The California 6.1 offers comfort in a small space. You can set up the elevating roof of the California 6.1 in just a few easy steps at your holiday destination or stopover. The expanding roof gives you extra space to move around in the passenger compartment. Setting up the elevating roof is easy in the California Ocean as it’s operated electrically. As night falls, you can transform the campervan into your own comfortable bedroom to sleep four.

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Fully fitted kitchen

Prepare a tasty meal anywhere, any time. A kitchen on wheels: the California 6.1 offers you a fully fitted kitchen with a cool box, sink and stove kitchen unit. The mini-kitchen in California 6.1 Beach Camper can help you prepare basic meals and is easily stowed when travelling. Plus there’s a camping table and chairs which can be set up outside or stowed neatly away to save space when not being used.

Experience the California 6.1

Explore the comfort, innovation and technology of the California 6.1.

Build your California

Discover the features and pricing across the entire California 6.1 range. Simply select your preferred trims by clicking ‘Add to comparison’ and see all of their standard features and optional extras at a glance. Once you’ve decided on the California 6.1 you’d like to take a closer look at, click ‘Build your own’ to get started.

The new California 6.1 Surf

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Introducing the California 6.1 Surf

The California 6.1 Surf is the ideal base camp for everyone who is drawn to the great outdoors. Robust and hard-wearing on the outside, it offers everything on the inside for you to be as self-sufficient as possible – including a fully functional kitchen, a large fresh water tank and plenty of stowage space.

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Interior

  • Comfort dashboard with chrome elements on the bezels
  • Heated front seats for driver and passenger
  • 8” Ready to Discover infotainment system with wireless app-connect.
  • Additional LED lighting in pop-up roof, tailgate and kitchen cupboards
  • 3-Zone climatronic climate control
  • Gas Hob with 2 Burners, stainless steel sink with fresh and waste water tanks, Waeco compressor cool box
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Features

  • 16” ‘Clayton’ alloy wheels
  • LED Headlights with separate daytime running function
  • Radiator grille with 5 chrome strips
  • Tailgate with power latching
  • Front and Rear Parking sensors
  • Cruise control with speed limiter
  • Tent Adapter and rail in black
  • California Surf’ Decal on the D-pillar

More comfort, more connectivity

The California 6.1 makes your journey as comfortable as possible with intelligent mobile online services and next-generation infotainment systems. The new infotainment systems are fully touchscreen and feature redesigned graphics, as well as an integrated SIM card as standard that offers a range of online functions and services.

The Volkswagen Digital Cockpit is a customisable, full colour digital 10.25" gauge cluster that lets the driver change views to display the most relevant information:

  • Classical view showing the speedometer and rev counter dials in a traditional format
  • Digital view without dials - vehicle speed and key information is displayed in text format
  • Digital view with additional information - as above but with additional vehicle and trip information displayed
  • Comes as standard on the California 6.1 Ocean

Your second pair of eyes

The California 6.1 has practical driver assistance and safety systems to support you in critical situations, when you're parking or changing lanes and much more.

Front Assist with City Emergency Braking

Upgraded for the T6.1, Front Assist with City Emergency Braking warns the driver of impending collisions and, if necessary, will autonomously apply the brakes. On the T6.1, it even responds to potential roadside hazards such as cyclists and pedestrians. This system helps keep drivers and cargo safe, as well as reducing the risk of accidents and subsequent costs through damage repair and downtime.

Always there for you

Be prepared for almost anything with the safety systems in the California 6.1. The driving systems can safely intervene, helping to reduce the risk of accidents on the road.

Standard across the California 6.1 range, Driver Steering Recommendation gives the driver suggested inputs to help stabilise the vehicle. The system also intervenes using gentle adjustments if it recognises oversteer when cornering.

Browse available California 6.1 new vehicle stock

Accessories

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Find accessories for your California 6.1

We offer a huge selection of accessories across the entire California 6.1 range. All of our accessories are supplied, verified and fitted by knowledgeable experts and most come with a two-year warranty. Click below to take a closer look.

Reviews and awards

Don’t just take our word for it, read the latest California 6.1 campervan reviews and awards below.

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The Caravan and Motorhome Club

The Caravan and Motorhome Club awarded the Volkswagen California five stars in the Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide for 2021. An independent, expert panel carried out a full review of the California 6.1 from technical specification, design and use of space, resulting in California finishing in top position in the Campervan class. The panel of judges praised the California 6.1 for its premium comfort, state-of-the art connectivity, and extensive driver assistance technology.

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Volkswagen has a proud history of campervans, and the California ensures that the brand’s association with overnight adventuring is very much in the present too.

Brochure and pricing

Finance and offers

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California 6.1 offers

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Explore different finance options

With our easy-to-use finance calculator you can explore estimated monthly payments and wide range of finance options. We have options available for all our vehicles on multiple finance products for both lease and purchase. Please contact your local Van Centre to discuss full range of options and to get a quotation. 

0% APR with Hire Purchase3 when you purchase a new California 6.1 during our Happy Camper event.

Minimum 50% customer deposit required. 

3. With Hire Purchase. Minimum Customer Deposit of 50%. Ordered by 02/04/2024. T&Cs apply. Indemnities may be required. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Financial Services. See below for full terms and conditions

California range offer

The 5+ Promise 

California range offer

The 5+ Promise 

Enjoy extra peace of mind with our 5+ Promise when you purchase a new California 6.1 which includes at no extra cost:

  • 5 Services + 3 MOTs4
  • 5 Years’ Warranty4
  • 5 Years’ Roadside Assistance4

Authorised repairers only.  3x Oil Service, 2x Oil & Inspection Service with Pollen Filter, 3x MOTs only.  5 yr/124,000 mile warranty.  Limitations, exclusions & T&Cs apply.  Ordered by 02/04/2024. See below for for full T&Cs.

Try before you buy the California 6.1

Test drive

Try before you buy the California 6.1

Test drive

Try before you buy the California 6.1

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Try before you buy allows you to rent the vehicle before purchasing* - giving you the opportunity to see why the California 6.1 is the perfect companion for any adventure. Simply enjoy the vehicle for up to 7 days and if you decide it’s the one, we’ll refund your rental costs when you order.

*Available at participating Van Centres - more locations to be added

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California 6.1 how-to videos

We have created a selection of useful videos to help you make the most out of your California 6.1. Watch our videos to learn how to use the motorised roof, set-up the sleeping area and operate the control panel in your California 6.1 and get ready for your next adventure.

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The California on Tour app

Your companion for an unforgettable adventure.

Fabulous destinations, route planning, important information and much more: our California on Tour app for iOS and Android is your digital companion for an unforgettable VanLife adventure. With practical functions and smart solutions, we can make the next trip with your California easier than ever before, giving you more time to enjoy your holiday.

Next steps

Quickly and easily book a test drive, request a quote or find your nearest Van Centre to visit. 

Browse California 6.1 stock

Use our new Stock Locator to see if the California 6.1 is available at a Van Centre near you. 

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Find a used vehicle

Looking for a used California 6.1?

Every Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Approved Used California 6.1 comes with a peace of mind thanks to our comprehensive Warranty and Roadside Assistance5, as well as the reassurance that our experts have performed extensive checks to guarantee it’s ready to hit the road.

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Important information :

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Ownership transfers once the customer pays all charges and payments including the Option to Purchase Fee. With Hire Purchase. Minimum Customer Deposit of 50%. 18s+. Subject to availability and status. T&Cs apply. Ordered by 02/04/2024 from participating Van Centres. Indemnities may be required. Subject to changes in vehicle or equipment prices. Not available in conjunction with any other offer and may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Accurate at time of publication [02/2024]. Freepost Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Financial Services.
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Covers first 5 consecutive services, limited to: 3 x Oil Service, 2 x Oil & Inspection Service with Pollen Filter, 3 x MOTs. Additional work, including wear and tear, is excluded.  Warranty: earlier of 5 years or 124,000 miles.  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 Vehicle Authorised Repairer. 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).  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 https://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/idhub/content/dam/onehub_nfz/importers/gb/downloads/roadside_assistance_handbook.pdf.  Servicing & MOTs administered by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Financial Services. Warranty administered by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK. Roadside assistance administered by AA. Available until 02/04/2024.
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Valid for vehicles up to 6 years old and up to 100,000 miles at point of activation.  12 months’ Warranty and Roadside Assistance applies to vehicles up to 3 years old.  Vehicles aged 3 – 6 years will receive a minimum of 6 months’ Warranty and Roadside Assistance.  
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