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Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 Highline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Beetle 2.0 Highline
Year2009
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.7 litres/100 km (27.04 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.00 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque170.00 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0503 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space209 litres (55 gallons)
Optional cargo space769 litres (203 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight2307 kg (5,086.1 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)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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