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Volkswagen Cabriolet

1985–1993 · 18 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
23
Best
25
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The Volkswagen Cabriolet has been tested by the EPA across 18 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 1993. Over this period, the Cabriolet has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 25 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1993
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,700212422MPG
1993
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,500212724MPG
1992
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG
1992
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400222925MPG
1991
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG
1991
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400222925MPG
1990
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG
1990
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400222925MPG
1989
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$3,000192220MPG
1989
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,600212523MPG
1988
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$3,000192220MPG
1988
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,600212523MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,850202321MPG
1987
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,850202321MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$2,850202321MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,600212623MPG

Historical Efficiency

1993
24
1992
25
1991
25
1990
25
1989
23
1988
23
1987
23
1986
23
1985
23

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Cabriolet) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Volkswagen Cabriolet. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Volkswagen Volkswagen Golf/Cabriolet/Cabrio/GTI/ GLI grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
13
Total Deaths
13

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
23.1%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
38.5%
DUI Involved
46.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

89%
Front
0%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2022
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2021
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2016
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.33
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1990
3
1987
2
1985
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory