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Volkswagen Beetle 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Beetle 1.6
Year2011
CategorySmall city/economy cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power102.00 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque148.00 Nm (15.1 kgf-m or 109.2 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.4 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0849 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space209 litres (55 gallons)
Optional cargo space769 litres (203 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1202 kg (2,650.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1680 kg (3,703.8 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4140 mm (163.0 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions160.9 g/km
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