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1983 RabbitOptions and specifications
1983 Rabbit Hatchback Colors and Trims
| Exterior Colors - *Metallic ΊSpecial Order |
CashmereWhite(LE9C) |
Mojave Beige (LE1N) |
Jasper Green (LE6D) |
Mahogany (LE3K) |
BlackΊ (L041)
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Royal RedΊ (LE1A) |
Sandstone* (LE1Y) |
DiamondSilver*(L97A) |
Frost Blue* (LE5U) |
Slate Gray* (LE6U) |
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| Interior Fabrics |
| Silver Grey |
Woven Patterned Cloth (L)
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Patterned Velour (GL)
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Leatherette |
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| Camel |
Woven Patterned Cloth (L)
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Patterned Velour (GL)
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Leatherette |
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| Cordovan |
Woven Patterned Cloth (L)
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Patterned Velour (GL)
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Leatherette |
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| Midnight Blue |
Woven Patterned Cloth (L)
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Patterned Velour (GL)
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Leatherette |
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| Instrument Panel and Interior Trim Panels are color coordinated with the interior color scheme. Steering wheel/column, inner door panels, and inside trim panels are likewise color matched. |
Carpeting: Rabbit carpeting is color coordinated for all interiors. A quality, cut-pile, 12 oz. grade is standard on all models. In optional "LS" interior, an 18-oz. grade is included in the same coordinated colors. |
1983 Rabbit Specifications
| RABBIT L (EXCEPT IN CALIFORNIA) |
| Type |
SOHC 4-cylinder in-line |
| Induction |
Carburetor |
| Bore x stroke |
3.13"x3.40" (79.5mm x 86.4mm) |
| Displacement |
105 cubic inches / 1715cc. |
| Compression ratio |
8.2:1 |
| BHP (SAE net) |
65 @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) |
84 ft. lbs.@ 2,800 rpm |
| Fuel required |
Unleaded regular |
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| RABBIT LS, GL (RABBIT L IN CALIFORNIA) |
| Type |
SOHC 4-cylinder in-line |
| Induction |
CIS Fuel-Injection |
| Bore x stroke |
3.13" x 3.40" (79.5mm x 86.4mm) |
| Displacement |
105 cubic inches / 1715cc. |
| Compression ratio |
8.2:1 |
| BHP (SAE net) |
74 @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) |
89.6 ft. lbs. @ 3,000 rpm |
| Fuel required |
Unleaded regular |
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| OPTIONAL DIESEL (RABBIT L AND LS) |
| Type |
SOHC 4-cylinder in-line |
| Induction |
Diesel-Injection |
| Bore x stroke |
3.01" x 3.40" / 76.5mm x 86.4mm |
| Displacement |
97 cubic inches / 1588 cc. |
| Compression ratio |
23.0:1 |
| BHP (SAE net) |
52@ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) |
71.5 ft. lbs @ 2,000 rpm |
| Fuel required |
No. 2 diesel |
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| OPTIONAL TURBODIESEL (RABBIT LS AND GL) |
| Type |
SOHC 4-cylinder in-line |
| Induction |
Turbocharger/Diesel-Injection |
| Bore x stroke |
3.01" x 3.40" / 76.5mm x 86.4mm |
| Displacement |
97 cubic inches / 1588cc. |
| Compression ratio |
23.0:1 |
| BHP (SAE net) |
68 @ 4,500 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) |
98 ft. lbs. @ 2,800 rpm |
| Fuel required |
No. 2 diesel |
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| 1983 EPA ESTIMATES - *Not available in California |
| Model - Type |
Version |
Transmission |
Est. City MPG |
Est. Hwy. MPG |
| Rabbit* - Carburetor |
49-State |
4-speed |
32 |
45 |
| Rabbit - Fuel-Injected |
49-State |
4-speed |
31 |
43 |
| Rabbit - Fuel-Injected |
49-State |
5-speed |
30 |
43 |
| Rabbit -Fuel-Injected manual |
California |
4-speed |
31 |
43 |
| Rabbit - Fuel-Injected |
California |
5-speed |
29 |
42 |
| Rabbit - Diesel |
50-State |
4-speed |
48 |
61 |
| Rabbit -Turbo Diesel |
50-State |
5-speed |
43 |
56 |
| Use estimated mpg for comparison to other cars. Your actual mileage may vary with speed, weather and trip length, Highway mileage will probably be less. |
| RABBIT L |
| Engine (Standard) |
Carbureted, 65-horsepower, 1.7 litre, 4-cylinder |
| Engine (Optional) |
Diesel, 52-horsepower, 1.6 litre, 4-cylinder |
| Transmission |
4-speed manual |
| Standard Additional Equipment & Features |
Electric rear window defroster Child safety locks on rear doors Reclining bucket seats Cloth Upholstery Tinted
glass Fully-carpeted Flow-through ventilation system Side window defogging vents Day/night rearview mirror Lockable glove
compartment 4-way folding rear seat |
| Optional Additional Equipment & Features |
A selection of mono and stereo radios Dual rear speakers Automatic front seat belts Rear window wiper/washer
Sliding steel sunroof Power-assisted steering Air conditioning Front vent windows |
| Paint Availability |
Cashmere White Mojave Beige Jasper Green Mahogany
Special order: Black Royal Red |
| RABBIT LS |
| Engine (Standard) |
Fuel-Injected, 74-horsepower, 1.7 litre, 4-cylinder |
| Engine (Optional) |
Diesel, 52-horsepower, or Turbo-Diesel, 68-horsepower, 1.6 litre, 4-cylinder |
| Standard Transmission |
4-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission |
5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic |
| Standard Additional Equipment & Features |
In addition to above "L" features: Halogen headlights Luggage/glove box lights
Dual remote-operated mirrors Wheel trim rings Intermittent windshield wipers Vanity mirror |
| Optional Additional Equipment & Features |
A selection of mono and stereo radios Dual rear speakers Automatic front seat belts
Rear window wiper/washer Sliding steel sunroof Power-assisted steering Air conditioning Front vent windows Light
alloy wheels (5Jx13) 175/70R13 tires |
| Paint Availability |
Cashmere White Mojave Beige Jasper Green Mahogany Sandstone Metallic Diamond Silver Metallic Frost
Blue Metallic
Special order: Black Royal Red Slate Grey Metallic
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| RABBIT GL |
| Engine (Standard) |
Fuel-Injected, 74-horsepower, 1.7 litre, 4-cylinder |
| Engine (Optional) |
Turbo-Diesel, 68-horsepower, 1.6 litre, 4-cylinder |
| Standard Transmission |
5-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission |
3-speed automatic |
| Standard Additional Equipment & Features |
In addition to above "L" and "LS" features: Power-assisted steering Rear
window wiper/washer Special exterior & interior trim Velour upholstery / trim Full wheel covers |
| Optional Additional Equipment & Features |
A selection of mono & stereo radios Dual rear speakers Automatic front seat belts Sliding steel sunroof Air
conditioning Front vent windows Light alloy wheels (5Jx13) |
| Paint Availability |
Cashmere White Mojave Beige Jasper Green Mahogany Sandstone Metallic Diamond Silver Metallic Frost
Blue Metallic
Special order: Black Royal Red Slate Grey Metallic
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| Steel Wheels |
Stock Steellies |
| Size: |
5j x 13, ET45 offset - Tires: 175 / 70 R13 |
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| Weight: |
16 lbs.
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| Finish: |
Silver steel |
Model:
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Rabbit, Rabbit Convertible, Jetta |
| MSRP $ |
Wheel |
Center Cap |
Bolt Cap |
| $ n/a |
#321 601 025A |
# 321 601 151B (chrome) |
# 321 601 173A (black) |
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