Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia are a family of three overlapping sports car models produced by Volkswagen, marketed in 2+2 coupe (1955–1975) and 2+2 convertible (1957–1975) body styles, though German production ended one year before that in Brazil. Internally designated the Type 14 (1955–1975), the Type 34 (1962–1969), and the Type 145 TC, the Karmann Ghia cars combined the floorpans and mechanicals of the Type 1 / Beetle or Type 3 'ponton' models with styling by Italy's Carrozzeria Ghia, and hand-built bodywork by German coachbuilding house Karmann.
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1955 |
| Body type | Coupé |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 145 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Other Volkswagen models
Similar Coupé models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 72% of Volkswagen Karmann Ghias pass their MOT test first time, based on 124 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volkswagen recalls.