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1997 Volkswagen Cabrio Overview

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Vw Cabrio by Ryan
 — once i get somehting fixed something else breaks but i lovce it especually in the summer with the top down, alright in the winter horrable if it gets on ice , its defently a fun car to drive . ... Read More
This Car Is My Baby And I Love It by je_jaz
 — This car is my baby. It handles great and hasn't really needed any repairs until recently. I had to replace the ignition switch and coil. This car is really fun to drive and I don't want to get rid... Read More
Take The Top Down And Cruise by Gordon
 — Real small car, not good for carrying bikes in. Nice for cruising around with the top down. Read More

1997 Volkswagen Cabrio Overview

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1997 Volkswagen Cabrio

For 1997, Volkswagen upgraded its Cabrio line by adding a new trim package, called the Highline. It  joined the base-model Cabrio, which was stripped of a number of standard features and lowered in price to attract a wider range of buyers.

Both versions were powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that generated 115 hp. It was linked to a a five-speed manual overdrive transmission. A four-speed automatic overdrive transmission was available as an option for both versions. Both trim packages also included the fixed roll bar that served as a styling cue as well as a safety feature, and a highly weatherproof, manually operated multi-layer cloth top, which had a glass rear window with a defogger.

Standard features, however, varied widely between the two trim packages. While power door locks and dual airbags were still standard on the base Cabrio, it no longer had anti-lock brakes, power windows, power door locks, heated mirrors, or cruise control. The Highline package, however, came with all those features, plus alloy wheels, fog lights, and leather seats.

Drivers noted that despite being a small car, the Cabio had adequate legroom for four passengers, although those who rode in the back were admittedly a bit cramped. The ease of lowering and raising the drop-top was also noted by drivers. And although it was generally agreed that the Cabio would never win any races, its engine was called "zippy" and "peppy" by drivers. Gas economy was also considered a positive point, though some drivers moaned about the vehicle's cupholders.

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Gas Mileage (highway) 29 27 29
Horsepower 115 115 115
Crash Test Rating 3
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 7.8 15.0
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.3 39.4 42.3

Volkswagen Cabrio Questions

kaylabug1234
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I Have 1997 Cabrio Nèeds A Paint Job

It needs a paint job and new muffler with the bars down on the bottom the guys that did it did not do it right it rattles bad Is it worth it

25 views with 1 answer (last answer 2 months ago)
PVT
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When It Rains My Vw Cabrio's Engine Gets Full Of Water And It Will Stop Run...

When I drive in the rain and I stop at a light, my car will stop and it will not start again. If I leave it in a garage overnight, the next morning it starts just fine. I have replaced the ignition wi...

93 views with 1 answer (last answer 4 months ago)
doityourselfbarber
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What Year Cars And Parts Are Compatible To A 1997 Vw Cabrio High Line

I need a driver side window regulator and can't find one anywhere

84 views with 1 answer (last answer 7 months ago)
doityourselfbarber
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The Window In My 1997 Vw Cabrio Won't Go Up Or Down But Its Not The Motor. ...

125 views with 3 answers (last answer 7 months ago)
ellsw2014
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How Do You Operate The Cd Player In A 1997 Model?

I know the player is in the trunk, and I do know how to put the CD into the device. The problem arises when I am in the car trying to play the CD. I can get to the CD mode which stays on 00.00 and w...

43 views with 2 answers (last answer 10 months ago)