1987 Volkswagen Fox Speaker Sizes

The 1987 Volkswagen Fox factory audio system features dashboard locations that accommodate a 3.5 inch speaker size. Front door panel and rear deck lid locations accept 6.5 inch speakers. Full-range and midbass compatible types function as a replacement or upgrade.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 3.5 Full-Range
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Deck Lid 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

1987 Volkswagen Fox Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 0

1987 Volkswagen Fox Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN 7"×2" 180×50 Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 1987 Volkswagen Fox features three distinct speaker locations with two different size categories distributed throughout the cabin.
  • Dashboard positions accommodate 3.5 inch full-range speakers, which handle the complete audio frequency spectrum from a compact mounting location.
  • Both front door panels and rear deck lid share the same 6.5 inch opening specification, allowing for consistent speaker selection across these positions.
  • The 6.5 inch locations support either midbass drivers or full-range speakers, providing flexibility in system design approaches.
  • Midbass speakers typically focus on mid and low frequency reproduction, while full-range units attempt to cover the entire audible spectrum from a single driver.
  • Replacing factory speakers in the front door positions may yield noticeable improvement in clarity and dynamic range, as these locations are closer to the listener.
  • The rear deck lid placement suggests a traditional rear-fill configuration, supplementing the front stage with additional sound coverage.
  • Full-range speakers in the dashboard location handle high and mid frequencies without requiring separate tweeters or crossover networks.
  • The 3.5 inch size constraint in the dashboard limits low frequency extension compared to the larger 6.5 inch positions.
  • Aftermarket 6.5 inch components with separate tweeters could be installed in the door and deck locations for enhanced high frequency response.
  • Power handling capability and sensitivity ratings vary significantly among aftermarket options within each size category.
  • The single DIN radio opening accepts standard aftermarket head units measuring 7 by 2 inches in faceplate dimensions.