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1992 Volkswagen Cabrio Base MT

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1992 Volkswagen Cabrio – front Unverified
Photo: 1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet in Tornado Red, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Golf I Cabriolet (155, 1979–1993); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet in Tornado Red, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet in Germany by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: VW Golf 1 Cabrio Blue Flipflop side by Fiver, der Hellseher, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet Custom in Gold, Rear Left, 06-28-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: VW Golf Cabrio I Aigner Innenraum by KarleHorn, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1992 Volkswagen Cabrio Base MT is a 94-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,690 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

It makes 94 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 100 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The Cabrio measures 153.1 inches long on a 94.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,307 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$17,690 ($40,978 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.8L SOHC I4
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower94 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque100 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular gasoline
Brakes
Front Brake Disc239 mm (9.4 in) disc
Rear Brake DiscRear drum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14-inch aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear14-inch aluminum alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Length153.1 in
Width64.6 in
Height55.6 in
Wheelbase94.5 in
Curb Weight2,307 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Volkswagen CABRIO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 14, 1992 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAN CAUSE AN UNDERHOOD FIRE IF THE FUEL COMES IN CONTACT WITH A SOURCE OF IGNITION.

Remedy: REPLACE THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL RAIL AND INSTALL A NEW SPRING TYPE SELF-TIGHTENING CLAMP.

NHTSA campaign 92V058000

9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Volkswagen CABRIO

Owner Complaints

9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Volkswagen CABRIO (2 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Fuel System2
Gasoline2
Visibility2
Air Bags1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 12, 2004 · Electrical System Fire
“LIGHT SWITCH STARTED SMOKING AND GOT VERY HOT BEFORE I COULD TURN OFF THE CAR, ABOUT 5 SECONDS. DEALER REPLACED LIGHT SWITCH AND COMMENTED THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO OTHERS AS WELL. ABOUT 5 YEARS…”
Aug 12, 2004 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“FUEL LINE AT FUEL TANK RUSTED THROUGH AND LEAKING. VW DEALERS WILL NOT WORK ON THE CAR STATING IT IS OLDER THAN 8 YEARS. VW CANNOT SUPPLY A REPLACEMENT PART TO MY MECHANIC. GIVEN LOCATION, RUBBER…”
Jan 15, 2004 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“INITIAL PROBLEM: STARTER SEIZED UP; WOULD NOT START. STARTER SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED; NEW STARTER WOULD NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY (CLASHING W/FLYWHEEL), SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE TO FLYWHEEL; DEALER REPLACED FLYWHEEL…”
Jul 17, 2003 · Air Bags
“DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AT SIXTY MILES AN HOUR ON I-5 IN SEATTLE.*AK”
Mar 12, 2001 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“VENT HOSE CONNECTOR IS RUSTED AND CAUSES FUEL LEAKAGES WHEN FUEL EXPANDS. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED THAT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER A MANUFAXCTURER'S RECALL. *AK THE CONSUMER WAS ASKING THE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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