Car financing: Volkswagen Quantum
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
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We do not have a Volkswagen Quantum for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
Every Volkswagen Quantum year
| Year | Combined use | Powertrains | Canadian trims |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km | 5 (regular gas) | |
| 1987 | 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km | 5 (regular gas) | |
| 1986 | 9.4 to 13.8 L/100 km | 7 (regular gas) | |
| 1985 | 7.6 to 13.8 L/100 km | 7 (diesel, regular gas) | |
| 1984 | 7.1 to 13.1 L/100 km | 20 (diesel, regular gas) | |
| 1983 | Not rated | ||
| 1982 | Not rated |
Recalls and complaints by year
| Year | Recall campaigns | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 | 3 |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA (US) recalls and owner complaints by model year. A recall in the US often has a Canadian twin from Transport Canada.
Buying the Volkswagen Quantum
No Volkswagen Quantum is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the Volkswagen Quantum is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Before you sign for the Quantum
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Reading the spec sheet
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
What to expect from the Quantum
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back.
Who the Quantum suits
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Try before you buy
Drive the Quantum on your commute before you commit to it. A week with the Quantum answers more than any brochure. Rent the Quantum first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Money matters
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Which one to look for
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
When you know your dates
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a Volkswagen Quantum from us first.
Ask us about the Volkswagen Quantum
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a Volkswagen Quantum for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the Volkswagen Quantum
Does CarmaCars sell the Volkswagen Quantum?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a Volkswagen Quantum before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.