2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GL Auto
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1998 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet Mk3 beige (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet Mk3 beige (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VW Golf III Cabrio PF Seite by KarleHorn, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GL Auto is a 113-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,150 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 113 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 122 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Cabrio measures 160.4 inches long on a 97.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,857 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,150 ($36,978 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L SOHC I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 113 hp @ 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 13 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14-inch aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 14-inch aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | 195/60R14 |
| Tires Rear | 195/60R14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 160.4 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 56 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,857 lbs |
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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 2001 Volkswagen CABRIO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 12, 2002 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE'S REAR SEATS MUST BE IDENTIFIED BY MARKINGS, AND THEIR LOCATION AND USE BE DESCRIBED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL.
Consequence: THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT MARKED OR DESCRIBED AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALSO ONE SET OF FOUR GUIDANCE FIXTURES INTENDED TO USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH CHILD SEATS EQUIPPED WITH RIGID OR SEMI-RIGID LOWER ANCHORAGE ATTACHMENTS. ALSO ENCLOSED WILL BE FOUR DECALS TOGETHER WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND A TEMPLATE FOR ATTACHING THE DECALS TO THE LOWER SEAT BACKS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN SEPTEMBER 15, 2002. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987.
NHTSA campaign 02V244000
38 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Volkswagen CABRIO
Owner Complaints
38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Volkswagen CABRIO (6 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Hydraulic | 4 |
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 2001 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.