1994 Volkswagen Corrado SLC 5MT
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- Photo: 1993 Volkswagen Corrado SLC in Black, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (30549) by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (54372) by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1993 Volkswagen Corrado SLC in Black, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Corrado VR6 interior by Bill Abbott, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1994 Volkswagen Corrado SLC 5MT is a 178-hp 2.8-liter with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,548 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 178 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 177 lb-ft of torque at 4200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Corrado measures 159.4 inches long on a 97.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,808 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,548 ($56,026 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.8L 12V VR6 |
| Displacement | 2.8 L |
| Horsepower | 178 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 12v (2 valves/cyl), narrow-angle V6, one cylinder head, two camshafts |
| Bore and Stroke | 81.0 x 90.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Bosch Motronic |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18 gal |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 159.4 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 51.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,808 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 31.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1994 Volkswagen Corrado SLC 5MT 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
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1994 Volkswagen CORRADO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 13, 1998 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VR6 ENGINES. A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT SUCH AS THE THERMO SWITCH, RADIATOR FAN, OR WATER PUMP, CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND COOLANT SYSTEM PRESSURE TO INCREASE SIGNIFICANTLY. OVER TIME, EXCESSIVE PRESSURE CAN CAUSE LEAKAGE OF COOLANT FROMTHE SYSTEM, INCLUDING LEAKAGE FROM THE HEAT EXCHANGER.
Consequence: LEAKAGE OF HOT COOLANT FROM THE HEAT EXCHANGER CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE FEET OF THE DRIVER OR STEAM UP THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE TEMPORARILY IMPAIRING THE DRIVER'S VISION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL IN THE COOLANT INLET HOSE TO THE HEATER CORE, A PRESSURE REDUCER WITH A 5MM DIAMETER SECURED BY A SPRING TENSIONED HOSE CLAMP. ALSO A NEW RELAY THAT WILL CHANGE THE OPERATION OF THE SECONDARY ELECTRICAL COOLANT PUMP WILL BE INSTALLED. DEALERS WILL ALSO PERFORM A FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF THE COOLING SYSTEM TO MAKE SURE THAT ALL COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS OPERATE PROPERLY.
NHTSA campaign 98V295000
Sep 20, 1995 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
IMPROPER MATERIAL WAS USED IN MANUFACTURING THE RADIATOR FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAUSING THE SHAFT TO WEAR AND BECOME NOISY.
Consequence: A WORN AND NOISY FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAN SEIZE RENDERINGTHE FAN MOTOR INOPERATIVE, EVENTUALLY CAUSING THE ENGINE TO OVERHEAT AND STALL. A STALLED VEHICLE IN TRAFFIC CAN INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COMPLETE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY ON VEHICLE HAVING THE POTENTIAL SHAFT MATERIAL PROBLEM. DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FAN BLADE INCLUDING A NEW LOCK NUT ON VEHICLE WITH LOOSE FAN BLADE LOCK NUTS.
NHTSA campaign 95V178000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Volkswagen CORRADO
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Volkswagen CORRADO. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Hydraulic | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
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 1994 VOLKSWAGEN CORRADO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.