Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | BMW 5-Series | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 116.9 in | -18.2 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 193.4 in | -32.3 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 73.2 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 57.6 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2884 lb. | 3814 lb. | -930 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.5 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 58.3 in | -5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.4 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.3 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 56.2 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.3 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
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None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 BMW 5-Series.