1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
US · Minicompact Cars
The 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline
- Economy
- 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 38 mpg (6.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 1.6L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.7L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.8L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 1.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 38 mpg (6.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Drivetrain, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
20 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 1.6L · 3-speed automatic · Diesel
- 1.6L · 4-speed manual · Diesel
- 1.6L · 4-speed manual · Diesel
- 1.6L · 5-speed manual · Diesel
- 1.7L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.7L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.7L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.7L · 3-speed automatic
- 1.7L · 4-speed manual
- 1.7L · 4-speed manual
- 1.7L · 5-speed manual
- 1.7L · 5-speed manual
- 1.7L · 5-speed manual
- 1.7L · 5-speed manual
- 1.8L · 5-speed manual
- 1.8L · 5-speed manual
- Rabbit Convertible · 1.8L · 3-speed automatic
- Rabbit Convertible · 1.8L · 3-speed automatic
- Rabbit Convertible · 1.8L · 5-speed manual
- Rabbit Convertible · 1.8L · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
06E018000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
CERTAIN HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES, P/N 171.611.107B, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1975-1985 VOLKSWAGEN (VW) RABBIT; 1985-1992 VW GOLF; AND 1980-1992 VW JETTA PASSENGER VEHICLES. POSSIBLE BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE COULD OCCUR WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES."
Remedy: FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE BRAKE HOSES WITH COMPLIANT BRAKE HOSES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS AT 305-885-8646 EXT. 11.
Reported March 1, 2006. View on NHTSA
85V015000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
THE THROTTLE SHAFT OF THE CARBURETOR MAY CRACK AND EVENTUALLY BREAK AT THE THREADED HOLE FOR THE THROTTLE PLATE CONNECTION DUE TO EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OF THE THROTTLE SHAFT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE THROTTLE SHAFT BREAKS, THE THROTTLE WOULD NOT RETURN TO ITS…
Remedy: INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT PLATE IF THERE IS NO CRACK IN THE THROTTLE SHAFT. INSTALL A NEW CARBURETOR WITH REINFORCED THROTTLE SHAFT IF A HAIRLINE CRACK HAS DEVELOPED IN THE SHAFT.
Reported February 12, 1985. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 25, 2026
Data verified: October 26, 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.
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL) CA model), 1.7L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.7L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit?
Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 38 mpg (6.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Are there recalls for the 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.