Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 121.2 in | -22.5 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 202.5 in | -41.4 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 76.9 in | -9 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 68.9 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 4494 lb. | -1529 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 63.0 in | -10.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.2 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 64.7 in | -15.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.3 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -35.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 83.0 ft3 | -71 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 140.6 ft3 | -113.4 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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