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The Cabriolet Classic is equipped with a Volkswagen 1.8 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 8 valves. The engine is mated to a Volkswagen 3-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Volkswagen.

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

Cabriolet Classic Statistics

The dimensions of the Cabriolet Classic 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.

The standard warranty period for the Cabriolet is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.

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

For the 1992 Cabriolet, the fuel delivery system is a electronic Bosch AFC-Digifant, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 13.80 gallons.

The Cabriolet Classic 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.

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 Classic will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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