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Volkswagen New Beetle 1.8T

General information

ModelVolkswagen New Beetle 1.8T
Year2007
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1779 ccm (108.55 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.6 litres/100 km (24.58 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags2. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1779 ccm (108.55 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 stroke81.0 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

Top speed203.0 km/h (126.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1219 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2662 litres (703 gallons)
Cargo space209 litres (55 gallons)
Optional cargo space769 litres (203 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1231 kg (2,713.9 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)
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