Volkswagen Quantum

19841988 · 19 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
23
Best
33

The Volkswagen Quantum has been tested by the EPA across 19 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1988. Over this period, the Quantum has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 33 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
1988
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1988
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
1987
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1987
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
1986
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1986
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
1985
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,600283531MPG
1985
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1985
2.2L 5-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdDiesel
$3,000253127MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdDiesel
$3,000253127MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,450323533MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,450313533MPG
1984
2.1L 5-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162118MPG
1984
2.1L 5-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,600293531MPG
1984
1.6L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,600283531MPG
1984
2.1L 5-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1984
2.1L 5-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG

Historical Efficiency

1988
19
1987
19
1986
19
1985
31
1984
33

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Quantum) 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 Quantum. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1985
1
1984
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory