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Volkswagen Corrado Typ 53I (1988–1995) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1988 - 1995 Typ 53I Coupe
Volkswagen Corrado
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Volkswagen Corrado Typ 53I overview

The Volkswagen Corrado (Typ 53I) is the 1st generation of the Corrado, built from 1988 to 1995. It is offered as a Coupe with 6 engines (petrol), from 115 HP to 190 HP. The 1.8 G60 (160 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 s, reaches a top speed of 225 km/h and is 4050 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Corrado have?

The Volkswagen Corrado (Typ 53I) has 115 HP to 190 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 Ea827 (115 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (136 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (136 HP), 1.8 G60 (160 HP), 2.8 Vr6 (178 HP), 2.9 Vr6 (190 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen Corrado?

The Volkswagen Corrado is available with 6 engines: 2.0 Ea827 (115 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (136 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (136 HP, petrol), 1.8 G60 (160 HP, petrol), 2.8 Vr6 (178 HP, petrol), 2.9 Vr6 (190 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Corrado?

The Volkswagen Corrado is 4050 mm long, 1690 mm wide, 1310 mm tall, with a 2470 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Corrado?

The Volkswagen Corrado 1.8 G60 (160 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 s and has a top speed of 225 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Corrado 53I facelift
Year 1991–1993
Platform VW A Platform / A2
Variant 1.8 G60 (160 Hp)
Body type coupe
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 2

Power & torque

Power 160 HP
Power @ max rpm 5600 rpm
Torque 220 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3800 rpm

Performance

Top speed 225 km/h
0–100 km/h 8.5 s
0–62 mph 8.5 s

Engine

Engine code PG
Displacement 1781 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.8
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration supercharger
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 5.5 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code 02a
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 4050 mm
Width 1690 mm
Height 1310 mm
Wheelbase 2470 mm
Front track 1435 mm
Rear track 1430 mm
Boot space 235 – 810 L
Turning circle 10.5 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1215 kg
Max weight 1525 kg
Max load 310 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 10.2 L/100km
Fuel urban 12.4 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 8.4 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension wishbone
Rear suspension Suspension With Traction Connecting Levers
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 185/55 R15
Wheel rims 6.5J x 15
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 5.5 kg/Nm, 181.1 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1991
End Of Production 1993

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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