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Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet 1.8

General information

ModelVolkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet 1.8
Year2007
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.1 litres/100 km (29.04 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque220.00 Nm (22.4 kgf-m or 162.3 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke81.1 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.3 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1010 mm (39.8 inches)
Passenger space2209 litres (584 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)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR24180
Service interval30,000 km
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