Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Fiat 500L | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@2500 |
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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 | 102.8 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 167.3 in | -6.2 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 69.8 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 65.7 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3254 lb. | -289 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 57.3 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.7 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.6 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.4 in | -49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.7 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 68.0 ft3 | -40.8 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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