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2001 Volkswagen Cabrio

US · Subcompact Cars

The 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
2.0L 4-cylinder
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.0L 4-cylinder
Displacement2.0 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
City21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 19, 2026.

  • 02V244000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE'S REAR SEATS MUST BE IDENTIFIED BY MARKINGS, AND THEIR LOCATION AND USE BE DESCRIBED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL.

    Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALSO ONE SET OF FOUR GUIDANCE FIXTURES INTENDED TO USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH CHILD SEATS EQUIPPED WITH RIGID OR SEMI-RIGID LOWER ANCHORAGE ATTACHMENTS. ALSO ENCLOSED WILL…

    Reported September 12, 2002. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 18, 2026

Data verified: October 19, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
    24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

  • 2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
    24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio have?

2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio?

Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 19, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.