• Sleeps2 adults, 2 children
  • Drive 2WD & 4MOTION
  • SeatsUp to 7
    1
  • TransmissionAutomatic

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.

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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.

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Control panel and The California on Tour app 

With the camper control panel you now have a digital central unit at your disposal that allows you to conveniently control numerous functions such as, the on-board cool box and auxiliary heating. The menu items are intuitively selected via the touchscreen.

The California on Tour app is 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.

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Camping and Equipment

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Technology and Comfort

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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.

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Connectivity

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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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Build your California 6.1

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.

Browse available California 6.1 new vehicle stock

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 Warranty3, MOT3 and Roadside Assistance3, as well as the reassurance that our experts have performed extensive checks to guarantee it’s ready to hit the road.

3. Valid for vehicles up to 6 years old and up to 100,000 miles at point of activation. MOT Cover is underwritten by Bspoke Underwriting Ltd.

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Finance and offers

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

4. Authorised repairers only. Service plan covers first 5 consecutive services, plus 3 x MOT. Servicing limited to 3 x Oil Service and 2 x Oil and Inspection Service with Pollen Filter. Excludes electric vehicles. See below for for full T&Cs

 

Drive Away in a new California 6.1 with 0% APR on Hire Purchase5

5. With Hire Purchase. Ordered by 06/01/2025. On stock vehicles only. T&Cs apply. Indemnities may be required. Minimum 50% Deposit. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Financial Services.

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Brochure and pricing

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California 6.1 brochure & price list

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California 6.1 offers

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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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.

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Next steps

Browse California 6.1 stock

Looking for a new California 6.1? The best place to start is our Stock Locator where you’ll quickly be able to see what’s ready and waiting to go at a Van Centre near you.

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Important information :

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California Beach Camper includes 4 seats as standard, with a 5 seat option available. Beach Tour includes 5 seats as standard with 6 or 7 seat options available. California Surf and Ocean comes with 4 seats as standard, with the option to add a 5th seat.
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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. MOT Cover is underwritten by Bspoke Underwriting Ltd on behalf of Watford Insurance Company Europe Limited and administered by Lawshield UK Limited.
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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 Vehicles 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. Servicing & MOTs administered by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Financial Services. Warranty administered by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK. Roadside assistance administered by AA. 
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Ownership transfers once the customer pays all charges and payments including the Option to Purchase Fee. With Hire Purchase. 18s+. Subject to availability and status. T&Cs apply. Ordered by 06/01/2025 from participating Van Centres. Indemnities may be required. Minimum 50% Deposit. 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 10/2024. Freepost Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Financial Services.
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