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Volkswagen New Beetle (2008) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA (2020) Specs

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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA Specifications

Model Year 2008 2020  
Model Volkswagen New Beetle Mercedes-Benz GLA  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
150 hp@5000
170 lb-ft@3750
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
208 hp@5500
258 lb-ft@1250
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.7 in 106.3 in -7.6 in
Length 161.1 in 173.9 in -12.8 in
Width 67.9 in 71.0 in -3.1 in
Height 59.0 in 60.0 in -1 in
Curb Weight 2884 lb. 3296 lb. -412 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 14.8 gal. -0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.0 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 54.8 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.4 in 41.9 in -2.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 38.4 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 49.3 in 53.1 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 33.9 in -0.4 in
Total Legroom 72.9 in (over 2 rows) 75.8 in (over 2 rows) -2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.0 ft3 17.2 ft3 -5.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 27.2 ft3 43.6 ft3 -16.4 ft3

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