2011-2019 Beetle OverviewVolkswagen Beetle Overview (2011 - 2019)
2011 - 2019
Tech Specs Summary
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- 111 - 145 mph
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- 6.7 - 12.0 seconds
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- 104 - 217 BHP
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- 37.7 - 68.9 mpg
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- 1,274 - 1,505 kg
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- 310 - 905 L (Hatchback)
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- 225 L (Convertible)
This generation of the Volkswagen Beetle was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 2011 - 2019. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a hatchback or convertible. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 104 BHP 1.2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine all the way to a 217 BHP 1.4 L Inline 4 Twincharged petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Beetle is the Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TSI 220 which scores 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 217 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 156 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 145 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TDI 110 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 833 miles and can store 310-905 litres of cargo.
Euro NCAP Results
