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Volkswagen New Beetle 2.3 V5

General information

ModelVolkswagen New Beetle 2.3 V5
Year2004
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2324 ccm (141.81 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.43 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2324 ccm (141.81 cubic inches)
Max power170.7 PS (126 kW or 168 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque220.00 Nm (22.4 kgf-m or 162.3 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.2 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed211.0 km/h (131.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1268 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space209 litres (55 gallons)
Optional cargo space769 litres (203 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1349 kg (2,974.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1730 kg (3,814.0 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)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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