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Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible 2.0

General information

ModelVolkswagen New Beetle Convertible 2.0
Year2003
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Displacement1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power115.00 PS (85 kW or 113 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque165.43 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs) at 2600 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)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0821 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1400 kg (3,086.5 pounds)
Overall length4100 mm (161.4 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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