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Volkswagen Grand California 2026: update and Promobil award

28.04.2026 17:06 1 min 2 sources

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Volkswagen has updated its flagship Grand California for 2026 with new Dune trim and no price increase. Meanwhile, the model took second place in the camper with shower category in Promobil readers' poll, while the compact California was named best camper of the year.

Volkswagen has unveiled the updated Grand California for the 2026 model year. The motorhome is available in two lengths — 6 and 6.8 meters — accommodating up to four people. It is powered by a 2.0 TDI engine producing 163 hp with an automatic transmission. New equipment and a Dune trim option have been added, while the starting price remains at €88,964 in Germany. Sales are currently limited to the European market.

Reader recognition

Separately, the Volkswagen California was voted the best camper of 2026 in the compact van category by readers of Promobil magazine, receiving 25.1% of the votes. The Grand California took second place in the camper with shower category. The awards were presented at the CMT exhibition in Stuttgart, where the full model range was showcased.

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