1997 Volkswagen Eurovan

US · Van · Vans

The 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan is listed in the US market as a van 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS))
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
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

2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS))

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

14 MPG US (16.8 L/100 km) · EPA

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS))
Displacement	2.8 L
Cylinders	6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

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

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	4
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Highway	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)

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

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Eurovan Camper · 2.8L · FWD · 4-speed automatic

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

97V016001: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THE CAMPER EQUIPMENT, AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED POWER TOOL DRILL BIT PUNCTURED THE FUEL TANK VAPOR CONTAINER.
Remedy: VOLKSWAGEN DEALERS, ON BEHALF OF WINNEBAGO, WILL CHECK THE FUEL VAPOR CONTAINER FOR THE DEFECT AND IF A DEFECT IS PRESENT, THE FUEL VAPOR CONTAINER, WILL BE REPLACED.
Reported February 11, 1997. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan have?

2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan?

Combined fuel economy is 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.