The 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio Base was introduced to compete in the convertible market. There are 1 trim levels for the Cabrio in 1995: . With two doors and spacious seating for four, the front-wheel drive Cabrio makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Convertible market, including strong offerings from Infiniti.
Volkswagen Cabrio Engine Specs
The restyled Cabrio Base is equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 8 valves. The engine is mated to a Volkswagen four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1994 version.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Cabrio uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
For the 1995 Cabrio, the fuel configuration is a electronic Bosch Motronic, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 14.50 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The Cabrio is 160.40 inches long, 66.70 inches wide, and 56.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 97.20 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the Cabrio is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $19,975 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
MPG Ratings
The 1995 Cabrio gets 28 - 31 miles/gallon on the highway and only 22 - 24 in the city. This is subpar for a convertible car.
In 1994 and 1995 the Cabrio Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
We Think…
The 1995 model year was telling year for the Volkswagen Cabrio. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.


Has anyone put any big-time kilometers on this? Just need to know…
Anyone try Infiniti instead?
Pass on this! This convertible blows.