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VWs Coast camper brings more to shore

Wells Journal

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June 26, 2025

MID-SPEC VAN GETS THINGS COOKING AND OFFERS COMFORT AND CLASS IN SPADES

THE Volkswagen California is one of the best-known when it comes to camper vans, but it’s become more premium and feature-packed.

This latest has more creature comforts than ever, but does this dilute the experience?

WHAT'S NEW?

The previous model shared its underpinnings with those of the hardy Transporter panel van but this has more in common with a Multivan.

The idea is the California should offer a more car-like drive with improved refinement and handling. That's the theory, anyway.

WHAT'S UNDER THE BONNET?

Our California comes with a familiar set-up. There’s a 2.0-litre turbo-charged diesel engine linked to a seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox, sending a modest 148bhp to the front wheels. Zero to 60mph will take just over 12 seconds but you've got 360Nm of torque to help maintain acceleration.

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Man charged with murder after discovery of remains

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Luxury handbag company reports upturn in fortunes

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'We'll keep pressure on' about bank slip

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1 min

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People queue to make the most of Swag Bag Saturday

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'Mr Babycham' was the marketing force behind a drink phenomenon

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Homes approval met with call for community site

PLANS for a “once-in-a-generation” development of 620 homes have been approved by local councillors for a second time.

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4 mins

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County funding sum 'far short of what is needed'

THE government's provisional funding settlement to Somerset Council for 2026-27 has come under fire from the county's six Liberal Democrat MPs.

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2 mins

January 08, 2026

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