1985 Volkswagen Vanagon
US · Van · Vans
The 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- Varies by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.9L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model) | |
| Displacement | 1.9 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 4 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
4 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 November 9, 2026.
85V152000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
THE LATCH OF THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR MAY BECOME DAMAGED IF EXCESSIVE FORCE IS USED TO CLOSE THE DOOR. THE DAMAGED DOOR LOCK MECHANISM WILL NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE AND THE DOOR COULD OPEN IF VEHICLE IS DRIVEN OVER BUMPY ROADS. CONSEQUENCE OF…
Remedy: MODIFY THE SLIDING DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY SO DOOR WILL PROPERLY ENGAGE.
Reported November 19, 1985. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 24, 2026
Data verified: October 24, 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 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon have?
Varies by configuration: 1.9L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.9L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon?
Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.