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1998 Volkswagen Cabrio Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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Overview

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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MSRP *
$17,975
Invoice *
$16,289
Engine
2.0L I-4 115 HP 122.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,200 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
24.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
31.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
24/24,000

Powertrain

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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Engine
2.0L I-4 115 HP 122.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,200 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Alternator
70 amp / 90 amp
Battery
63 amp
Axle Ratio
4.53
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
14.5 gal.
Exhaust
non stainless steel
Drive Type
front-wheel

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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Front Suspension
strut
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Rear Suspension
independent torsion beam beam
Rear Springs
coil
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
front disc/rear drum
Vented Disc Brakes
front
Wheels
14.0 " steel
Front Tires
P195/60HR14.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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Seating Capacity
4
Front Seat Type
sport
Heated Front Seats
driver and front passenger heated-cushion
Front Headrests
adjustable w/tilt
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
full bench
Rear Headrests
fixed
Seat Trim
cloth
Door Trim
cloth
Floor Trim
carpet

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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Convertible Roof
manual with lining, glass rear window, roll-over protection
Rearview Mirror
day-night
Glove Box
locking
Dome Light
dome light
Floor Console
full
Cup Holder
front and rear
Seatback Storage
2
Door Bins
dual
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Trunk Lid Trim
carpet
Cargo Net
cargo net
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
premium AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
CD
compatible / 6-disc
Speakers
8
Radio Theft Deterrent
radio theft deterrent
Antenna
fixed
Cruise Control
cruise control
Door Locks
power with 2 stage unlock
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
power
Fuel Filler Door Release
fuel filler door release
Power Outlets
1
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Instrument Display
analog
Tachometer
tachometer
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Clock
in-dash
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Steering Wheel Type
tilt
Front Windows
manual / power
Rear Windows
manual / power
1-Touch Open Window
front and rear
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
fixed interval
Heated Front Wipers
jets
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Daytime Running Lights
daytime running lights
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
door mounted
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
door mounted
Seatbelt Pretensioners
front
Ignition Disable
immobilizer
Security System
security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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Door Count
2 doors
Maximum Cargo Volume
7.8 cu.ft.
Exterior Length
160.4 "
Exterior Width
66.7 "
Exterior Height
56.0 "
Wheelbase
97 "
Front Tread
58 "
Rear Tread
56 "
Turning Radius
16.4 '
Curb Weight
2,701 lbs.
Payload
870 lbs.
Drag Coefficient
.37
Front Legroom
42.3 "
Rear Legroom
31.1 "
Front Headroom
38.7 "
Rear Headroom
36.6 "
Front Hiproom
52.8 "
Rear Hiproom
51.9 "
Front Shoulder Room
54.1 "
Rear Shoulder Room
46.5 "
Passenger Volume
82 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
7.8 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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Rear Spoiler
lip
Bumpers
body-colored
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Rocker Panel Extensions
rocker panel extensions
Grille Moldings
body-colored
Paint
monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual manual remote / dual power remote heated

Warranty

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Style:
GL 2dr Convertible - MSRP $17,975 GLS 2dr Convertible - MSRP $22,290
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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
24/24,000
Major Components Months/Miles
120/100,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
72/unlimited
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
24/unlimited
Maintenance Months/Miles
24/24,000
Accessories Months/Miles
96/80,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style
Frontal Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Frontal Rating:

5% or less chance of injury

6% to 10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 25% or less chance of injury

26% or greater chance of injury

Side Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Side Rating:

10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 35% or less chance of injury

36% to 45% or less chance of injury

46% or greater chance of injury

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

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