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Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0 Cabriolet

General information

ModelVolkswagen New Beetle 2.0 Cabriolet
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating68 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, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.8 litres/100 km (26.73 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power115.00 PS (85 kW or 113 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque172.00 Nm (17.5 kgf-m or 126.9 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 92.8 mm (3.3 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0822 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space201 litres (53 gallons)
Optional cargo space201 litres (53 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1399 kg (3,084.3 pounds)
Max weight with load1770 kg (3,902.2 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR22580
CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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