1975 Volkswagen Dasher 2-Door Auto
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The 1975 Volkswagen Dasher 2-Door Auto is a 71-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive.
It makes 71 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 81 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm.
The Dasher measures 172.8 inches long on a 97.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | EA827 1.5L SOHC I4, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 71 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 81 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, timing belt |
| Bore and Stroke | 76.5 x 80 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Downdraft carburetor, automatic choke |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular, low-lead or lead-free |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion crank axle, coil springs, Panhard rod |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Turning Diameter | 34 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-assisted disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 5J x 13 |
| Wheels Rear | 5J x 13 |
| Tires Front | 155 SR13 |
| Tires Rear | 155 SR13 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 172.8 in |
| Width | 63 in |
| Height | 53.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in |
| Front Track | 52.7 in |
| Rear Track | 52.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.7 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1975 Volkswagen Dasher 2-Door Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1975 Volkswagen DASHER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 30, 1977 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
THE ACCELERATOR CABLE ASSEMBLY IN THE INVOLVED VEHICLES COULD FAIL PREMATURELY UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS. THIS WOULD EITHER PREVENT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION OR CAUSE A LOSS OF ADEQUATE ENGINE POWER.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW ACCELERATOR CABLE, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 77V245000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1975 VOLKSWAGEN DASHER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.