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Volkswagen Beetle (2016) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2018) Specs

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2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2016 2018  
Model Volkswagen Beetle Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
148 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 100.0 in 90.9 in 9.1 in
Length 168.4 in 154.1 in 14.3 in
Width 71.2 in 68.3 in 2.9 in
Height 58.0 in 48.6 in 9.4 in
Curb Weight 3317 lb. 2381 lb. 936 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 11.9 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 37.4 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.3 in 52.2 in 3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 52.0 in -52 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 43.1 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 0.0 in 37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 43.1 in 0.0 in 43.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.4 in 0.0 in 31.4 in
Total Legroom 72.7 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 29.6 in
Cargo Volume 7.1 ft3 4.6 ft3 2.5 ft3

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