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Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0

General information

ModelVolkswagen New Beetle 2.0
Year1998
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating64.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.00 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque165.43 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs)
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 92.7 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed181.0 km/h (112.5 mph)
0-60 miles10.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0879 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space209 litres (55 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1331 kg (2,934.4 pounds)
Overall length4100 mm (161.4 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD15240
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