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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 2,540 mm 2,309 mm 0 mm
Length 4,277 mm 3,914 mm 1 mm
Width 1,808 mm 1,735 mm 0 mm
Height 1,473 mm 1,234 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,505 kg 1,080 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 45 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 998 mm 950 mm 48 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,405 mm 1,326 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,321 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 0 mm 955 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,095 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 798 mm 0 mm 798 mm
Total Legroom 1,847 mm (over 2 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 201 L 130 L 71 L

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