Model year guide

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints17
Combined22–24 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio recalls 1

Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual NHTSA Campaign #02V244000 · 12/09/2002

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE'S REAR SEATS MUST BE IDENTIFIED BY MARKINGS, AND THEIR LOCATION AND USE BE DESCRIBED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL.

Fix: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALSO ONE SET OF FOUR GUIDANCE FIXTURES INTENDED TO USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH CHILD SEATS EQUIPPED WITH RIGID OR SEMI-RIGID LOWER ANCHORAGE ATTACHMENTS. ALSO ENCLOSED WILL BE FOUR DECALS TOGETHER WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND A…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio common problems

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio MPG & running costs

Combined22–24 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,925
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume82 cu ft
Cargo volume8 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,625 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,625
Fuel only$14,625
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio trims & engines on record

Trims
GL · GLS
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 115 hp

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Cabrio model years

2002 2001 1999 1998

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio — frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio?

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine and engine cooling, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio get?

The 2000 Volkswagen Cabrio has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.