1994 Volkswagen Corrado Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The Volkswagen Corrado received a few minor updates for the 1994 model year, which would be the vehicle's final year in production. The...
The Volkswagen Corrado received a few minor updates for the 1994 model year, which would be the vehicle's final year in production. The standard engine was still the 178-horsepower, 2.8-liter V6 that had been introduced a year earlier. And the car still retained its rear spoiler, which deployed automatically, though that now occurred when the vehicle reached 55 miles per hour, rather than at 45 mph, as it had in previous years.
The Corrado also received a new optional four-speed, dual-mode automatic transmission, which had an adaptive feature that enabled it to adjust shift points based on a person's driving style. In addition, the car's side-impact safety system was improved so that it met 1997 federal standards.
As expected with its sports-luxury-vehicle status, the Corrado was equipped with a generous array of standard features, including leather seats (standard for the first time in '94), power windows, power door locks, power heated mirrors, cruise control, air conditioning, a tilt steering wheel, anti-lock brakes, traction control, and an anti-theft alarm system. A sunroof was among the few options available.
Overall, the Corrado was a fun car to drive, according to many drivers, who also were impressed with the vehicle's acceleration, power, handling, and extensive list of standard features. Drivers even responded in a positive way to the car's fuel economy, which was reasonable for a vehicle with a V6. Many noted that repairs and maintenance could be expensive, however.
What owners say
"Owners of the 1994 Volkswagen Corrado generally love this car for its unique styling, exhilarating performance, and engaging driving experience. Many drivers appreciate the powerful engine and the fun factor it brings. However, some owners mentioned that it can be expensive to maintain, has limited interior storage, and can be heavy and tiring to drive for longer periods."
I whole-heartedly loved this car! I still miss it. It was pretty good to me overall. Corrados are notorious for being money pits. However, in my case, most the the money I spent on it was for either routine maintenance or to make it even sexier! (ie: Momo wheels, Neuspeed springs, Alpine CD player, etc, etc) This car had the best exhaust note! The factory Recaro seats were spectacular. The only thing a didn't really like about it was the fact that VW decided to install a passenger airbag in the space where the glove compartment used to be. This caused a serious lack of interior storage.
January 18, 2008i have always wanted a vr6 corrado since i passed my test and when i got the chance i had to take it its a very fun car to drive and i like the way it looks. it has good acceleration and the noise that the engine makes is just awesome.
February 27, 2012i love this car. great project stops great runs great a little heavy on the track but amazing daily and evening warrior. With the right build will eat skylines and looks 100% better. Anyone driving a vw is ok in my books :)
July 29, 2010What owners say
I whole-heartedly loved this car! I still miss it. It was pretty good to me overall. Corrados are notorious for being money pits. However, in my case, most the the money I spent on it was for either routine maintenance or to make it even sexier! (ie: Momo wheels, Neuspeed springs, Alpine CD player, etc, etc) This car had the best exhaust note! The factory Recaro seats were spectacular. The only thing a didn't really like about it was the fact that VW decided to install a passenger airbag in the space where the glove compartment used to be. This caused a serious lack of interior storage.
January 18, 2008i have always wanted a vr6 corrado since i passed my test and when i got the chance i had to take it its a very fun car to drive and i like the way it looks. it has good acceleration and the noise that the engine makes is just awesome.
February 27, 2012i love this car. great project stops great runs great a little heavy on the track but amazing daily and evening warrior. With the right build will eat skylines and looks 100% better. Anyone driving a vw is ok in my books :)
July 29, 2010This is my second Corrado and I've always loved them. Its hands down the most fun I've ever had in a car before. Another things I love is the attention I get in this car. Everywhere I go I'm always getting people coming up to me and they always ask what kind of car it is. They've never seen or heard of one. Besides that, the performance on the car is great and it really responds well to modifications. I've upgraded it with a turbocharger, Koni racing suspension, carbon-fiber hood, and many other things and it just makes the car better.
March 30, 2011A future classic. Beautiful V6 Engine, cruises up and down the motorways with ease. Blistering performance when you floor it! Handbuilt.. but built well. Expensive to run... (2.9L) but can be suprisingly economical on a long drive. Great fun to own and drive. Love it to bits - soon to be SUPERCHARGED and kicking out 300bhp PLUS
July 23, 2008
