Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 99.4 in | -0.7 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 159.8 in | 1.3 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 68.3 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 59.7 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2848 lb. | 117 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 53.4 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.8 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 53.0 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.6 in | -51.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.6 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -20.5 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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