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Audi A3 (2012) vs. Volkswagen Beetle (2016) Specs

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2012 Audi A3 and 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Model Year 2012 2016  
Model Audi A3 Volkswagen Beetle  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 100.0 in 1.5 in
Length 168.7 in 168.4 in 0.3 in
Width 69.5 in 71.2 in -1.7 in
Height 56.0 in 58.5 in -2.5 in
Curb Weight 3263 lb. 3104 lb. 159 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.1 in 39.4 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.3 in 55.3 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 37.1 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 49.0 in 3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.8 in 31.4 in 3.4 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 72.7 in (over 2 rows) 3.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 15.4 ft3 -2.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.6 ft3 29.9 ft3 24.7 ft3

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