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Volkswagen 181 Typ 181 (1968–1983) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1968 - 1983 Typ 181 Off Road Vehicle Cabriolet

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Power —

Fuel —

Gears —

Platform —

Body Style

Engine & Performance

1.6

1.6-BOXER-N-E0

Power 44 HP

Fuel Petrol

Engine Code B

Drivetrain & Chassis

Chassis Off Road Vehicle Cabriolet

Gearbox code —

Platform VW Type 1

Quick Specs

Engine family 1.6 1.6-BOXER-N-E0

Power 44 HP

Fuel type Petrol

Engine Code B

Platform VW Type 1

Fuel

Combined

Engine Lineup

Trans	Engine	Gears	HP	Fuel	CO₂
AT	1.5	—	44 HP	Petrol	—
AT	1.6	—	44 HP	Petrol	—
AT	1.6	—	46 HP	Petrol	—

Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.

Dimensions

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Volkswagen 181 Typ 181 overview

The Volkswagen 181 (Typ 181) is the 1st generation of the 181, built from 1968 to 1983. It is offered as an Off Road Vehicle Cabriolet with 3 engines (petrol), from 44 HP to 46 HP.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen 181 have?

The Volkswagen 181 (Typ 181) has 44 HP to 46 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Boxer (44 HP), 1.5 Boxer (44 HP), 1.6 Boxer (46 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen 181?

The Volkswagen 181 is available with 3 engines: 1.6 Boxer (44 HP, petrol), 1.5 Boxer (44 HP, petrol), 1.6 Boxer (46 HP, petrol).

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation	Volkswagen 181
Year	1970–1973
Platform	VW Type 1
Variant	1.6 (44 Hp)
Body type	Off Road Vehicle Cabriolet
Engine type	Fuel
Fuel type	Petrol

Power & torque

Power	44 HP

Engine

Engine code	B
Aspiration	Naturally Aspirated Engine

Drivetrain & transmission

Powertrain architecture	Internal Combustion Engine

Other

Start Of Production	1970
End Of Production	1973

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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