Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 Corrado.
The 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, the final model year of the range, stands out for its remarkable reliability record, with just a single owner complaint logged—concerning the engine and cooling system—and only one recall. This dramatically contrasts with earlier years like 1992, which saw 64 complaints, making the 1995 Corrado the most dependable iteration in the model's 1990-1995 history.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 42 · 460 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 159.4 in |
| Overall width | 66.5 in |
| Overall height | 51.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in |
| Curb weight | 2809 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 56.7 / 56.3 in |
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.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V6 | 7.20 sec | 15.60 sec | 178 hp | FWD |
| 1993 | SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V6 | 6.80 sec | 15.30 sec | 178 hp | FWD |
| 1992 | SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V6 | 6.40 sec | 15.00 sec | 178 hp | FWD |
| 1992 | SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V6 | 6.40 sec | 15.00 sec | 178 hp | FWD |
| 1992 | SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V6 | 6.80 sec | 15.30 sec | 178 hp | FWD |
| 1992 | SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V6 | 6.80 sec | 15.40 sec | 178 hp | FWD |
| 1992 | SLC VR6 Coupe 2.8L V6 | 6.90 sec | 15.50 sec | 178 hp | FWD |
| 1992 | G60 Coupe 1.8L Supercharger I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.90 sec | 158 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.
| Engine Coolant | ETHYLENE GLYCOL |
| Power Steering Fluid | USE VW. PART NO. G002000 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | VW |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.031 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 22.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 2.20 lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 42 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 460 cca |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 29 psi @ Idle, 43.5-79.7 psi @ 2000 rpm. psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | Hydraulic in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | Hydraulic in |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 1995 Volkswagen Corrado sits at the tail end of a clear improvement arc within its generation. Complaints peaked in 1992 at 64 with 2 federal investigations, then dropped steeply through 1993 (48 complaints) and 1994 (4 complaints), reaching the lowest point in the dataset at just 1 complaint in 1995. Recalls similarly trended downward from a baseline of 2–3 annually to 1 in 1995, while TSBs remained relatively stable in the 11–13 range across the period, indicating continued technical service support. Notably, the single 1995 complaint involves only the engine and engine cooling system, with zero crash or fire complaints filed. This progression suggests that by 1995, Volkswagen had substantially resolved the issues that plagued earlier model years of this generation. The data presents 1995 as the most mature and problem-free year in the Corrado's production run, making it the most attractive option within this generation from a reliability standpoint.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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…
Showing 5 of 13 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM 33-2019 | 2019-03-27 | Equipment | The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria… |
| SM 44-2017 EN | 2017-06-28 | Equipment | This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the… |
| VHW-17-11 | 2017-06-22 | Equipment | VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide |
| 1-2017 Update | 2017-02-01 | Equipment | This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest… |
| V691601 2010479 | 2016-10-31 | Equipment | Update model year applicability to include 2017. |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.