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Volkswagen Cabrio MPG
EPA fuel economy for 16 Volkswagen Cabrio trims sold from 1995 to 2002. Best ever: 24 MPG (2002 Cabrio). Latest model year 2002: 23 to 24 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Volkswagen Cabrio fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio to fuel is the Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (23 MPG) costs $2,710, so the thriftier trim saves $110 a year and $550 over five years.
| 2002 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | cheapest |
| Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | $2,710 | +$110 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Volkswagen Cabrio MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 24 | 21 | 28 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 2001 | 24 | 21 | 28 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 2000 | 24 | 21 | 28 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1999 | 24 | 21 | 28 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1998 | 24 | 21 | 28 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1997 | 24 | 21 | 29 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1996 | 23 | 20 | 28 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1995 | 24 | 21 | 28 | Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Volkswagen Cabrio trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 2002 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 2001 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 2001 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 2000 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 2000 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1999 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1999 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1998 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1998 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1997 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1997 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1996 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 1996 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 1995 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1995 | Cabrio | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2002 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | 38 | 35 | 44 |
| 2002 Honda Civic HX | 34 | 31 | 40 |
| 2002 Mitsubishi Mirage | 30 | 27 | 35 |
| 2002 Saturn SC | 29 | 25 | 36 |
| 2002 Toyota Celica | 28 | 25 | 32 |
| 2002 Suzuki Esteem | 27 | 24 | 32 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Volkswagen Cabrio?
The most efficient Volkswagen Cabrio the EPA has rated is the 2002 Cabrio at 24 MPG combined (21 city, 28 highway).
What MPG does the 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio get?
2002 Volkswagen Cabrio trims range from 23 to 24 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Volkswagen Cabrio has the worst fuel economy?
The 2001 Cabrio is the lowest rated at 22 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Volkswagen Cabrio for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio to fuel is the Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The Cabrio, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (23 MPG) costs $2,710, so the thriftier trim saves $110 a year and $550 over five years.
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