Volkswagen Corrado
A front-wheel-drive masterpiece featuring the narrow-angle VR6 engine and an active rear spoiler.
- Power
- 190 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.7 s
- Top speed
- 146 mph
- Est. value
- $12k–$45k
About the Volkswagen Corrado
The Corrado VR6 is widely regarded as one of the finest-handling front-wheel-drive cars ever produced, featuring a chassis that offered poise and feedback comparable to contemporary Porsches. Its defining feature is the narrow-angle 15-degree VR6 engine, which allowed a six-cylinder powerplant to fit into a space designed for a four-cylinder. The 2.9-litre European version provided a significant performance boost over the earlier G60 model, delivering smooth, linear power and a distinctive exhaust note. Built by Karmann, the Corrado combined Volkswagen reliability with bespoke coupe styling and advanced aerodynamics.
Volkswagen Corrado specs
The Volkswagen Corrado produces 190 bhp (142 kW) and 245 Nm (181 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds and has a top speed of 146 mph (235 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Corrado |
| Trim | Corrado VR6 |
| Years | 1991–1995 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 97,521 built |
| Original price | About $25,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.9-litre VR6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,861 cc (2.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 190 bhp (142 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 245 Nm (181 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.7 s |
| Top speed | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,210 kg (2,668 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 157 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Volkswagen Corrado worth?
A typical Volkswagen Corrado is estimated to be worth $12,000 – $45,000 (about £8,900 – £34,000).
Its original price when new was about $25,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Volkswagen Corrado rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Corrado is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 20 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Volkswagen Corrado fun facts
- The Corrado features an active rear spoiler that automatically deploys at 45 mph (70 km/h) in the UK and 56 mph (90 km/h) in the US to improve stability.
- The VR6 engine uses a single cylinder head for both banks of cylinders, a design that bridges the gap between a V-engine and an inline engine.
- British magazine CAR famously named the Corrado VR6 one of the '25 Cars You Must Drive Before You Die'.