New T7 Ocean eHybrid

[at.large]

Hi everyone, long time camper but new to van life. Our new T7 Ocean eHybrid is due by the end of June, which is only 3 months from ordering. This may be because no one wants the hybrid but it is nice to drive.
Happy to answer any questions members may have about it, as I am sure to have loads of questions for you.

 

[Californication69]

Is it the 4Motion hybrid ?

 

[at.large]

Yes it is. From a VW press release I understand the rear wheels are both driven by electric motors only.

 

[Californication69]

Yes it is. From a VW press release I understand the rear wheels are both driven by electric motors only.

Nice, this is what I have on order from breeze.
1.5tsi hybrid 23kWh 4Motion Ocean.
Apparently due 1st August now.
I wonder if there will be a form of diff lock?
I thought and was told by sales guy, two electric motors, one at front, one at rear.
But who knows.
I don’t think they know at the factory yet, until they figure out, how to put it together

 

[Barry Chuckle]

I've just taken delivery of a Tiguan with the same hybrid engine, I'm really pleased with it so I'm you'll love it too in the Cali. It's brilliant for short journeys which can be made on electric only and thus saving money.

I was told the same by the dealer that they're hardly selling any PHEV's anymore. I'm really not sure why as they're a great compromise. I'm guessing people are just worrying about the repair cost when they get older.

You'll have to share your pics and experiences of your lovely new vans