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1994 Volkswagen Corrado

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1994 Corrado.

Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1994 Volkswagen Corrado came equipped with a four-speed automatic transmission and a 5.8-quart oil capacity accepting 20W-40, 20W-50, or 20W-20 API grades, delivering EPA-rated fuel economy of 16 city, 23 highway, and 19 combined mpg. In the model's 1990–1995 complaint history — which peaked at 64 reports for 1992 and bottomed out at one for 1995 — the 1994 year logged only four owner complaints, with visibility cited as the top concern alongside two recalls. That low complaint count places this model year near the most trouble-free end of the Corrado's production run, suggesting a relatively sorted example.

Model year1995199419931992

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type20W-40 / 20W-50 / 20W-20 APIOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/23/19 mpgEPA · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length159.4 in
Overall width66.5 in
Overall height51.6 in
Wheelbase97.2 in
Curb weight2809 lb
Track (front / rear)56.7 / 56.3 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)64/36

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 23 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume80 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Corrado of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.20 sec — 1994 SLC VR6 Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1994SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V67.20 sec15.60 sec178 hpFWD
1993SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V66.80 sec15.30 sec178 hpFWD
1992SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V66.40 sec15.00 sec178 hpFWD
1992SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V66.40 sec15.00 sec178 hpFWD
1992SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V66.80 sec15.30 sec178 hpFWD
1992SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V66.80 sec15.40 sec178 hpFWD
1992SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V66.90 sec15.50 sec178 hpFWD
1992G60 Coupe 1.8L Supercharger I-47.50 sec15.90 sec158 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.8 qt of 20W-40 / 20W-50 / 20W-20 API engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine OilAPI · 20W-40 · 20W-50 · 20W-20
Engine Oil Capacity5.8 qt
Power Steering FluidUSE VW. PART NO. G002000

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

At 7,500 miClutch Assembly (inspect) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 7,500 miBrake Shift Interlock Solenoid (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Hood Latch (lubricate) · Neutral Safety Switch (test) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Battery (inspect electrolyte level) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Clutch Assembly (inspect) · Door Stop (lubricate)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Oxygen Sensor (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record for the Volkswagen Corrado shows a general decline in complaints toward the end of its production run, peaking at 64 in 1992 and 48 in 1993. The 1994 model year represents a significant improvement in reliability, reporting only 4 complaints compared to the 48 seen in 1993 and the 1 seen in 1995. While 1994 had 2 recalls—consistent with the generation's overall range of 1 to 3 per year—it recorded zero investigations. Reported issues for 1994 were limited to Visibility, Engine & Engine Cooling, and Service Brakes, Hydraulic, though the data does not specify the root causes. Given the sharp drop in reported issues compared to earlier years, 1994 is a good year to buy.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
8
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
4
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 4 complaints on record, top 3 components.

Visibility2
Engine & Engine Cooling1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

98V295000Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling SystemReported 13/11/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VR6 ENGINES. A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT SUCH AS THE THERMO SWITCH, RADIATOR FAN, OR WATER PUMP, CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND COOLANT SYSTEM… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL IN THE COOLANT INLET HOSE TO THE HEATER CORE, A PRESSURE REDUCER WITH A 5MM DIAMETER SECURED BY A SPRING TENSIONED HOSE CLAMP. ALSO A NEW RELAY THAT WILL…

95V178000Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:FanReported 20/09/1995

IMPROPER MATERIAL WAS USED IN MANUFACTURING THE RADIATOR FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAUSING THE SHAFT TO WEAR AND BECOME NOISY. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COMPLETE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY ON VEHICLE HAVING THE POTENTIAL SHAFT MATERIAL PROBLEM. DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FAN BLADE INCLUDING A NEW LOCK NUT ON…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 8 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SM 33-20192019-03-27EquipmentThe part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria…
VHW-17-112017-06-22EquipmentVAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
1-2017 Update2017-02-01EquipmentThis communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest…
V691601 20104792016-10-31EquipmentUpdate model year applicability to include 2017.
Airbag2016-01-22Air BagsAirbag Issues.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1994 Corrado take?

5.8 qt of ABOVE 68 degrees F: 40W API SL, 32 degrees F TO 86 degrees F: 30W API SL, ABOVE 14 degrees F: 20W-40, 20W-50 API SL, 14 degrees F TO 50 degrees F: 20W-20 API SL, BELOW 25 degrees F: 10W API (STARBU, per the factory manual.

Does the 1994 Corrado have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Corrado get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.