1998-2011 Beetle OverviewVolkswagen Beetle Overview (1998 - 2011)
1998 - 2011
Tech Specs Summary
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- 100 - 140 mph
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- 6.7 - 15.6 seconds
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- 74 - 221 hp
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- 19.6 - 46.1 mpg
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- 2,555 - 3,340 lbs
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- 7.1 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 4.8 - 27.2 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Volkswagen Beetle was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1998 - 2011. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a convertible or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 hp 1.4 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 221 hp 3.2 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Beetle is the Volkswagen Beetle RSI which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 221 hp and a power/weight ratio of 15.12 lb/hp it has a top speed of 140 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Beetle 1.9 TDI 100 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 670 miles and can store 7.4-27.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,205 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
