When compared to the standard Caddy the Maxi Life sits on a wheelbase extended by 320 mm while the overall length grows by 470 mm to 4,880 mm. This allows for the fitment of three rows of seats accessed through a pair of practical sliding doors. Even with the third row of seats in place the load volume remains an impressive 380 litres. To aid practicality, the third row of seats can be removed completely while the second row folds down and forward. The result is a maximum load volume of 1,350 litres.

The tightly-packaged Caddy Maxi Life is designed to be a rugged and versatile family car. Practical touches include a pair of sliding doors either side of the vehicle to allow easy and safe access to the two rows or rear seats. Visual changes include body colour bumpers, alloy wheels and subtle tints to the rear window glass.

Powering the Caddy Maxi Life are a trio of engines – a single petrol and two diesels (1.9 or 2.0 litres).

The Caddy and Caddy Life have proved to be worthwhile additions to the van and people mover markets. The Caddy features good driving dynamics (so, too, does the Caddy Life), whilst the Caddy Life is quite versatile in its applications and is great value for those wanting a smaller vehicle with up to seven seats.