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1988 Volkswagen Fox GL 4dr Sedan

The 1988 Volkswagen Fox GL 4dr Sedan is an 81-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 sedan with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $7,600 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 81 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 93 lb-ft of torque at 3250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The Fox measures 163.0 inches long on a 92.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,203 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$7,600 ($20,879 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.8L I4
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower81 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque93 lb-ft @ 3250 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 8-valve
Injection TypeBosch CIS-E (KE-Jetronic) fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular gasoline
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front13.0 in
Wheels Rear13.0 in
Dimensions & Weight
Length163 in
Width62 in
Height53 in
Wheelbase92.7 in
Curb Weight2,203 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front36 in
Headroom Rear35 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear30 in
Shoulder Room Front51 in
Shoulder Room Rear51 in
Hip Room Front52 in
Hip Room Rear52 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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