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Volkswagen Corrado VR6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Corrado VR6
Year1992
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2859 ccm (174.46 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2859 ccm (174.46 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power189.60 PS (139 kW or 187 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque245.00 Nm (25.0 kgf-m or 180.7 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 90.3 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed233.0 km/h (144.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.9 seconds
0-60 miles6.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1529 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1240 kg (2,733.7 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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