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Volkswagen Beetle
General information | |
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| Model | Volkswagen Beetle |
| Year | 1998 |
| Category | Small city/economy cars |
| Rating | 64.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1899 ccm (115.88 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 4 |
| Drive | Front wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, transverse |
| Displacement | 1899 ccm (115.88 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 116.60 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 165.00 Nm (16.8 kgf-m or 121.7 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 82.6 x 92.7 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 5-speed |
| Bore x stroke | 82.7 x 92.7 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches) |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0948 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 4270 litres (1,128 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 11 m (429.1 inches) |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disks |
| Rear brakes | Disks |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS). |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1230 kg (2,711.7 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4100 mm (161.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 1730 mm (68.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1520 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm (99.2 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 55.0 litres (14.53 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
