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One of the staples of the Convertible segment is the Volkswagen Cabriolet. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the Cabriolet with four versions: Base, Wolfsburg Edition, Classic, and Carat. Sales for the Cabriolet, especially the Cabriolet Wolfsburg Edition, were brisk during 1992 and 1993. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.

Performance

The Cabriolet Wolfsburg Edition is equipped with a Volkswagen 1.8 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 8 valves. The engine is mated to a Volkswagen 5-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Volkswagen.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Cabriolet has power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Fuel is handled for the Cabriolet is a Bosch AFC-Digifant design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 13.80 gallons.

Cabriolet Wolfsburg Edition Statistics

The dimensions of the Cabriolet Wolfsburg Edition are 64.60 inches wide by 153.10 inches long. It sits a comfortable 55.60 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 94.50 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

A powertrain warranty is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the Volkswagen Cabriolet.

The listed retail price in 1992 (MSRP) was $17,320, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The Cabriolet Wolfsburg Edition received a miles-per-gallon rating of 23 - 25 in-city driving and 28 - 32 when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

The vehicle is available in several colors.

In Summary

The 1991 model began the promise of the Volkswagen Cabriolet. The 1992 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Volkswagen hopes that the Cabriolet Wolfsburg Edition will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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