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Volkswagen New Beetle (2006) vs. BMW 3-Series (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2016 BMW 3-Series specs.

2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2016 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2006 2016  
Model Volkswagen New Beetle BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.7 in 110.6 in -11.9 in
Length 161.1 in 182.0 in -20.9 in
Width 67.9 in 71.3 in -3.4 in
Height 59.0 in 56.3 in 2.7 in
Curb Weight 2884 lb. 3620 lb. -736 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 15.8 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.4 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 55.1 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.4 in 42.0 in -2.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 38.3 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 49.3 in 55.1 in -5.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 35.0 in -1.5 in
Total Legroom 72.9 in (over 2 rows) 77 in (over 2 rows) -4.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.0 ft3 17.5 ft3 -5.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 27.2 ft3 53.0 ft3 -25.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle

2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
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