Against 284 other V6 cars rated 1992–1994, the Corrado sits right on their 18.6 mpg average. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1990, the 1.8L 4-cyl (1990–1992), does 21 mpg and the thirstiest, the 2.8L 6-cyl (1992–1994), 19: $192 a year apart.
Every Volkswagen Corrado engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl | 18 / 26 | 1990–1992 | $1,829 | |
| 2.8L 6-cyl | 16 / 23 | 1992–1994 | $2,021 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1994) | $0.168 |
| Fuel per year | $2,021 |
| Fuel over five years | $10,105 |
| Against other V6 cars, 1992–1994 | −$44 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,125 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1994 Volkswagen Corrado gives up 7 mpg in town: 23 on the highway against 16 in the city, $730 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1994) | 16 mpg | $2,400 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 23 mpg | $1,670 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +7 mpg (44%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Corrado changed over the years
The Corrado peaked in 1991 at 21 mpg (18 city, 26 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1994 at 19 — 2 mpg apart, or $192 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 1994 car does 19.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 16 / 23 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 1993 | 16 / 23 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 1992 | 17 / 24.5 | 2 | $1,920 | |
| 1991 | 18 / 26 | 1 | $1,829 | |
| 1990 | 18 / 26 | 1 | $1,829 |
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How we count
This page rests on 6 EPA ratings of the Volkswagen Corrado — 2 engines across 1990–1994. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $3,125. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1994 Volkswagen Corrado get?
19 mpg combined, 16 city and 23 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1990 the Corrado has averaged 20 mpg.
Is the 1994 Corrado more efficient than the 1993?
About the same: 19 against 19 mpg combined.
Which Corrado year has the best gas mileage?
The 1991, at 21 mpg combined (18 city, 26 highway).
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