Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6

Volkswagen Corrado 1989 2.9 petrol description

Coupe Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6 has been produced from August, 1991 to February, 1995. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 190 horsepower on 5800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Volkswagen Corrado 1989 - 1995 version and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 260 000 to 430 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Corrado 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.5 litres per 100km (11.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Volkswagen Corrado 1989 - 1995 versions, fuel consumption in city - 12.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Corrado fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Volkswagen Corrado version with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Corrado 1991 2.9 VR6 Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 7.9 seconds).
Volkswagen Corrado 1989

Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6 technical data

Model: Volkswagen Corrado VR6
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1991. August ... 1995. February 
Engine: 2861 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 190 HP ON 5800 RPM Torque: 245 NM ON 4200 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 235 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.5 (combined) 12.8 (urban) 7.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.7 l/100km (24.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.05m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.31m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 235 litres
Trunk max capacity: 810 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1580 kg

Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6 engine ABV

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 260,000 to 430,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2861 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.3 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Volkswagen Corrado 1989 VR6 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 8.2 litres (8.7 quarts)
Power 184 - 190 HP ON 5800 RPM
Torque 245 NM ON 4200 RPM
Start of production (year) 1991
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1994 onwards.

Engine also used on Volkswagen Golf

All Volkswagen Corrado coupe [1989 - 1995] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volkswagen Corrado 1989 1.8 G60 Mai 1989 — Aug 1991 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Corrado 1990 1.8 G60 Automatic Oct 1990 — Aug 1991 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen Corrado 1993 2.0i Sep 1993 — Feb 1995

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 116 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Corrado 1993 2.0i Automatic Sep 1993 — Feb 1995 2.0 Petrol 116 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen Corrado 1991 2.0 16V Aug 1991 — Feb 1995

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Corrado 1991 2.0 16V Automatic Aug 1991 — Sep 1993 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen Corrado 1991 2.8 VR6 Jan 1991 — Dec 1995 2.8 Petrol 178 HP 10.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Corrado 1991 2.8 VR6 Automatic Jan 1991 — Dec 1995 2.8 Petrol 178 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen Corrado 1991 2.9 VR6 Aug 1991 — Feb 1995

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds

2.9 Petrol 190 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Corrado 1991 2.9 VR6 Automatic Aug 1991 — Sep 1993

Most powerfull version (190 HP)

2.9 Petrol 190 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
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