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Volkswagen Corrado (1989 - 1995)

Volkswagen · 8 trims

Volkswagen Corrado

The Volkswagen Corrado (1989 - 1995) is available in 8 trims producing 116 to 190 hp. The fastest trim reaches 235 km/h. The lowest stated fuel consumption is 7.8 l/100 km.

Power
190 hp
0–100
6.9 s
Fuel economy
7.8 l/100 km
Cargo
235 l

Corrado Trims

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Trims and engine versions — Volkswagen Corrado
Trim Fuel Power Torque 0–100 Top speed Fuel economy CO2 Select
2.0L 4AT FWD (116 HP) Petrol 116 hp 166 Nm 11.5 s 196 km/h 8.7 l/100 km
2.0L 5MT FWD (116 HP) Petrol 116 hp 166 Nm 10.6 s 200 km/h 7.8 l/100 km 186 g/km
2.0L 4AT FWD (136 HP) Petrol 136 hp 180 Nm 9.9 s 208 km/h 9.2 l/100 km
2.0L 5MT FWD (136 HP) Petrol 136 hp 180 Nm 9.3 s 210 km/h 8.6 l/100 km 204 g/km
1.8L G60 4AT FWD (160 HP) Petrol 160 hp 225 Nm 8.5 s 222 km/h 25.3 l/100 km
1.8L G60 5MT FWD (160 HP) Petrol 160 hp 225 Nm 8.3 s 225 km/h 8.9 l/100 km 212 g/km
2.9L VR6 4AT FWD (190 HP) Petrol 190 hp 245 Nm 7.9 s 232 km/h 10.3 l/100 km
2.9L VR6 5MT FWD (190 HP) Petrol 190 hp 245 Nm 6.9 s 235 km/h 9.6 l/100 km 228 g/km

Fuel economy and CO2 follow the stated test cycle. Manufacturer figures; deviations per market and option pack are possible.

Is Volkswagen Corrado a good choice against other models?

Average across every Volkswagen Corrado trim, compared with 1,625 trims of other cars from the 1986–1992 period.

Is Volkswagen Corrado a good choice against other models?
Measure This model Average Position
Power 151 hp 130 hp
better than 75%
Torque 204 Nm 196 Nm
better than 66%
Top speed 216 km/h 188 km/h
better than 82%
Acceleration 0–100 km/h 9.1 s 11.8 s
better than 78%
Combined consumption 11.1 l/100 km 8.8 l/100 km
better than 15%
CO2 emissions 208 g/km 210 g/km
better than 39%
Cargo volume 235 l 441 l
better than 8%
Unladen weight 1,134 kg 1,250 kg
better than 58%

Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.

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About Volkswagen Corrado

As the VW Scirocco was discontinued in 1988, VW needed to come up with a new model and such the Corrado was revealed in 1989.

The Corrado had a distinctive look and was a sports coupe assembled by Karmann.

The Corrado had 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine developing 158 hp and 166 lb.-ft of torque.

Choosing a supercharger instead of the usual turbocharger, the sports coupe was a little noisy, even if the G charger was the “quietest” of them all (that’s where the name of Corrado G60 from).

The standard version did not come with ABS, however, most of the standard offered equipment did the job: power windows, power mirrors, air-conditioning.

Inside the Corrado we could find the classic dashboard, with white on black instrument cluster gauges. Oil pressure and volts gauges were later introduced to complete the sports design.

Users could opt for a sunroof and leather upholstery.

The cargo space was excellent for a coupe and it had the 60-40 split folding configuration for the rear seats.

Driving the Corrado was comfortable and fun at the same time, with a very good balance on turns and a precise steering.

In the back, the Corrado had a self-adjusting rear spoiler.

Safety wise, the sports coupe was no equipped with airbags, however, it had ABS and shoulder belts.

How much power does the Volkswagen Corrado have?

The most powerful Volkswagen Corrado trim is the 2.9L VR6 4AT FWD (190 HP) with 190 hp. The model has 8 trims, starting at 116 hp.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Corrado?

The most economical Volkswagen Corrado trim is the 2.0L 5MT FWD (116 HP), with a stated combined consumption of 7.8 l/100 km and 186 g CO2 per km.

How quickly does the Volkswagen Corrado accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest trim is the 2.9L VR6 5MT FWD (190 HP): 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, with a top speed of 235 km/h.

How large is the cargo volume of the Volkswagen Corrado?

The largest stated cargo volume for the Volkswagen Corrado is 235 litres.

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