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Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0

General information

ModelVolkswagen New Beetle 2.0
Year2004
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power115.00 PS (85 kW or 113 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque165.43 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke82.5 x 92.8 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0934 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space209 litres (55 gallons)
Optional cargo space769 litres (203 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1231 kg (2,713.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1650 kg (3,637.6 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4090 mm (161.0 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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