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Volkswagen Beetle S Turbo

General information

ModelVolkswagen Beetle S Turbo
Year2001
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1799 ccm (109.77 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1799 ccm (109.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power182.50 PS (134 kW or 180 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque235.00 Nm (24.0 kgf-m or 173.3 ft.lbs) at 1950 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1390 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 288 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 232 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS). Antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1313 kg (2,894.7 pounds)
Overall length4100 mm (161.4 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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