Volkswagen Cabriolet I
The Volkswagen Cabriolet I (1985–1993): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Model codes: Type 155, A1C · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 3,705–4,380 mm |
| Width | – | 1,610–1,640 mm |
| Height | – | 1,395–1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,400–2,625 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 790–973 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 170 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,152–2,180 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
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
43 complaints for model years 1985–1990. 1 injury
- Fuel system 25
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 3 versions of the Volkswagen Cabriolet I
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1993(FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–23 MPG (10.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 240–276 g/km |
| 1988–1993(FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 221–240 g/km |
| 1985–1987(FFS), SIL | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 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.