Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Toyota Prius | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 150 hp@6000 139 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 108.3 in | -9.6 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 181.1 in | -20 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 70.2 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 55.9 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3097 lb. | -132 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 55.3 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 43.2 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 52.8 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.7 in | -51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.8 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -5.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 | -23.2 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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None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Toyota Prius.