1997 Audi Cabriolet

US · Minicompact Cars

The 1997 Audi Cabriolet is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS)

Combined Economy

19 MPG US (12.4 L/100 km) · EPA

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

4-speed automatic

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement	2.8 L
Cylinders	6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	4
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

2.8L · FWD · 4-speed automatic

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.

97V175000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG.
Reported October 8, 1997. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 10, 2026

Data verified: November 10, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1996 Audi Cabriolet
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19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
1998 Audi Cabriolet
Gasoline
2.8L 6-cylinder · FWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1997 Audi Cabriolet have?

2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Audi Cabriolet?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1997 Audi Cabriolet front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1997 Audi Cabriolet?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.