Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,507 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,285 mm | 4,092 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,422 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,308 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 55 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 968 mm | 970 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 932 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 851 mm | 33 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 340 L | 31 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,546 L | 770 L | -769 L |
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.