Audi Cabriolet 8G
The Audi Cabriolet 8G (1991–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: 8G · Sold in: United Kingdom, United States, and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,370 mm |
| Width | – | 1,720 mm |
| Height | – | 1,380 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,560 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,370–1,430 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 198 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,010 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 69.7% (68.0–71.3) | 69.2% | 2,820 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 41.8% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 36.3% | 36.4% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 25.9% | 18.6% |
| Tyres | 23.7% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 23.1% | 28.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 22.4% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
17 complaints for model years 1994–2000. 1 crash · 1 death
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 7 versions of the Audi Cabriolet 8G
United Kingdom 3 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20001.8 125bhp | 1.8 L | 93 kW (127 PS) | Petrol | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 218 g/km |
| 20002.6 V6 150bhp | 2.6 L | 112 kW (152 PS) | Petrol | 10.5–11.3 L/100 km NEDC | 250–270 g/km |
| 20002.8 V6 174bhp | 2.8 L | 130 kW (176 PS) | Petrol | 10.9–11.4 L/100 km NEDC | 256–267 g/km |
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1998(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS), CLKUP · (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1995(FFS), CLKUP | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995Minicompact | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 288 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.