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1997 Volkswagen Cabrio Base

3VWAA81EXVM804222
2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Engine
FWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
MEXICO
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Volkswagen Cabrio

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 3VW Volkswagen · North America · Mexico
VDS · Descriptor AA81E Cabrio Base
VIS · Vehicle ID XVM804222 1997 · Serial 804222

Basic Information

MakeVolkswagen
ModelCabrio
Year1997
TrimBase
Body StyleCONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerVolkswagen
CountryMEXICO

Engine & Performance

Engine2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Drive TypeFWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeM
Serial Number804222

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Volkswagen
Model Cabrio
Trim Level Base

Engine & Performance

Displacement 2.0L/121
Fuel System SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 115 @ 5400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 122 @ 3200
Engine Type 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline FWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 2701
Curb Weight-manual 2767
Overall Length 160.40
Overall Width 66.70
Overall Height 56.00
Wheelbase 97.40
Standard Seating 4
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 2000
Standard Payload 870
Maximum Payload 870
Height, Overall (in) 56.0
Wheelbase (in) 97.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 66.7

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Power Windows Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 14.50
Fuel Economy-city 22 - 24
Fuel Economy-highway 29 - 31
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 31

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System Non-ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in MEXICO
Body Style CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Turning Diameter 32.80
Tires 195/60R14
Front Headroom 38.70
Rear Headroom 36.60
Front Legroom 42.30
Rear Legroom 31.10
Front Shoulder Room 54.10
Rear Shoulder Room 46.50
Ground Clearance 4.40
Track Front 57.60
Track Rear 56.20
Passenger Volume 81.90
Cargo Volume 7.80
MSRP $17,925
Dealer Invoice $16,244
Tachometer Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Tire Size P195/60R14
Front Tire Size P195/60R14
Front Wheel Size (in) 14 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in) 14 x 6

Pattern Information

Pattern3VWAA81E V
WMI 3VW (Mexico, North America)