Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 113.2 in | -14.5 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 200.6 in | -39.5 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 76.2 in | -8.3 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 68.0 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 2884 lb. | 4317 lb. | -1433 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 59.4 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.9 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.0 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 58.7 in | -9.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.8 in | -6.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -40.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 48.3 ft3 | -36.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -73.5 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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