VW California in-depth camping review! (2026 Multivan camper PHEV)

This is our in-depth camping review of the 2026 VW California PHEV. We're taking a look at Exterior, Interior and technology.

00:00 VW California camper
00:54 Exterior dimension and awning
02:08 Batteries
03:08 Engine choices with PHEV
03:59 Front interior
05:22 Cockpit and storage
05:58 Infotainment
09:45 Sliding doors and rear interior
11:11 Kitchen access and details
12:42 Seats and rear storage
13:32 Trunk / boot and chairs
17:07 CAMPING! Campsite with awning
18:54 Kitchen functionality
20:38 Lower bed
23:00 Top bed
26:22 Driving motorway
30:05 Mpg economy and agile driving
35:42 City driving
38:14 My camping verdict and price
39:45 Roof won't go down malfunction
40:30 And the Mercedes Marco Polo?

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