BMW 1-Series BMW 1-Series 2011 Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2016

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BMW 1-Series (2011) vs. Volkswagen Beetle (2016) Specs

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2011 BMW 1-Series and 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Model Year 2011 2016  
Model BMW 1-Series Volkswagen Beetle  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 100.0 in 4.7 in
Length 172.2 in 168.4 in 3.8 in
Width 68.8 in 71.2 in -2.4 in
Height 55.6 in 58.0 in -2.4 in
Curb Weight 3494 lb. 3225 lb. 269 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 14.5 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 39.3 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 55.3 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 37.6 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 42.2 in 43.1 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.0 in 31.4 in 0.6 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 72.7 in (over 2 rows) 0.7 in
Cargo Volume 8.5 ft3 7.1 ft3 1.4 ft3

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