Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 110 kW@5000 230 Nm@3750 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 150 kW@6000 264 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,507 mm | 2,570 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,092 mm | 4,140 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,725 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,499 mm | 1,613 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,308 kg | 1,466 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 54 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,006 mm | 969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,341 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 1,003 mm | 931 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,252 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,252 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 851 mm | 993 mm | -142 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 340 L | 685 L | -345 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 770 L | 1,736 L | 769 L |
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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