Technical Specifications Volkswagen Beetle 2000 - 2005 Hatchback




1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.4 i 16V (75 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
75 hp @ 5000 rpm.  | 56 kW
Torque
126 Nm @ 3800 rpm.  | 93 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
14.6 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
161 km/h  | 100 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1390 cc  | 1.39 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
9.5 l/100 km  | 24.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.8 l/100 km  | 40.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
7 l/100 km  | 33.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
769 L  | 27.2 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1724 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1498 mm  | 59 in.
Max weight
1620 kg  | 3572 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1160 kg  | 2558 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
7.5J x 18; 8J x 18
Tire size
225/40 R18; 245/35 R18
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.6 (102 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
102 hp @ 5600 rpm.  | 76 kW
Torque
148 Nm @ 3800 rpm.  | 109 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
13.2 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
175 km/h  | 109 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1595 cc  | 1.6 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
4 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
77.4 mm
Compression
10.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.5 l/100 km  | 20.5 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.5 l/100 km  | 36.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.3 l/100 km  | 28.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
769 L  | 27.2 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1724 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1498 mm  | 59 in.
Max weight
1650 kg  | 3638 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1308 kg  | 2884 lbs
Number of seats
4
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.6 (102 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
102 hp @ 5600 rpm.  | 76 kW
Torque
148 Nm @ 3800 rpm.  | 109 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
11.6 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
179 km/h  | 111 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1595 cc  | 1.6 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
77.4 mm
Compression
10.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
10.3 l/100 km  | 22.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.9 l/100 km  | 39.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
7.5 l/100 km  | 31.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
769 L  | 27.2 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1724 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1498 mm  | 59 in.
Max weight
1620 kg  | 3572 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1205 kg  | 2657 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R15
Tire size
205/65 R15
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.9 TDI (101 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
101 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 75 kW
Torque
240 Nm @ 1800 rpm.  | 177 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
12.4 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
178 km/h  | 111 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.6 l/100 km  | 35.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.3 l/100 km  | 54.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
5.1 l/100 km  | 46.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel Commonrail
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
769 L  | 27.2 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1724 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1498 mm  | 59 in.
Max weight
1780 kg  | 3925 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1309 kg  | 2886 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R16; R17
Tire size
205/60 R16; 205/55 R17
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

RSI 3.2 (224 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
224 hp @ 6200 rpm.  | 167 kW
Torque
320 Nm @ 3000 rpm.  | 236 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
6.7 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
225 km/h  | 140 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
3189 cc  | 3.19 L
Number of cylinders
6
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
84 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.9 mm
Compression
10.8 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
16.7 l/100 km  | 14.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
9.2 l/100 km  | 25.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
12.0 l/100 km  | 19.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
63 L  | 16.6 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
135 L  | 4.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2515 mm  | 99 in.
Front track
1555 mm  | 61.2 in.
Rear track
1555 mm  | 61.2 in.
Length
4100 mm  | 161.4 in.
Width
1810 mm  | 71.3 in.
Height
1470 mm  | 57.9 in.
Max weight
1815 kg  | 4002 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1515 kg  | 3341 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
7J x 16; 7J x 17; 7.5J x 17; 8J x 17; 7.5J x 18; 8J x 18
Tire size
205/55 R16; 205/50 R17; 225/45 R17; 245/40 R17; 225/40 R18; 245/35 R18
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.6 (100 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
100 hp @ 5600 rpm.  | 75 kW
Torque
145 Nm @ 3800 rpm.  | 107 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
11 sec
Drive type
All wheel drive (4x4)
Top speed
178 km/h  | 111 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1595 cc  | 1.6 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
77.4 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.1 l/100 km  | 21.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.3 l/100 km  | 37.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
7.5 l/100 km  | 31.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
770 L  | 27.2 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1720 mm  | 67.7 in.
Height
1500 mm  | 59.1 in.
Max weight
1630 kg  | 3594 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1205 kg  | 2657 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6J x 16
Tire size
185/55 R16
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.8 T (150 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
150 hp @ 5700 rpm.  | 112 kW
Torque
210 Nm @ 1750 rpm.  | 155 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
9 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
203 km/h  | 126 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1781 cc  | 1.78 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression
9.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
5
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.1 l/100 km  | 21.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.3 l/100 km  | 37.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.3 l/100 km  | 28.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
210 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
770 L  | 27.2 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1725 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1500 mm  | 59.1 in.
Max weight
1680 kg  | 3704 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1290 kg  | 2844 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R14
Tire size
195/70 R14
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

2.3 VR5 20V (170 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
170 hp @ 6200 rpm.  | 127 kW
Torque
220 Nm @ 3300 rpm.  | 162 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.7 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
211 km/h  | 131 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2324 cc  | 2.32 L
Number of cylinders
5
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.2 mm
Compression
10.8 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
12.4 l/100 km  | 19 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.8 l/100 km  | 34.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.9 l/100 km  | 26.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
769 L  | 27.2 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1724 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1498 mm  | 59 in.
Max weight
1770 kg  | 3903 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1340 kg  | 2955 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R17
Tire size
225/55 R17
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
90 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 67 kW
Torque
210 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 155 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
14.4 sec
Drive type
All wheel drive (4x4)
Top speed
168 km/h  | 104 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
4 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.5 l/100 km  | 36.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5 l/100 km  | 47 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel - Standard di
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
525 L  | 18.5 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1725 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1500 mm  | 59.1 in.
Max weight
1675 kg  | 3693 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1250 kg  | 2756 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
Front wheel rims: 10J x 20
Tire size
Front wheel tires: 265/35 R20
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
115 hp @ 5200 rpm.  | 86 kW
Torque
170 Nm @ 2400 rpm.  | 125 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10.9 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
175 km/h  | 109 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1984 cc  | 1.98 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Transmission Type
4 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.8 l/100 km  | 19.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.9 l/100 km  | 34.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.7 l/100 km  | 27 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
525 L  | 18.5 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1725 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1500 mm  | 59.1 in.
Max weight
1675 kg  | 3693 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1402 kg  | 3091 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Tire size
185/65 R14 S
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

2.0 (116 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
116 hp @ 5200 rpm.  | 87 kW
Torque
170 Nm @ 2400 rpm.  | 125 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10 sec
Drive type
All wheel drive (4x4)
Top speed
185 km/h  | 115 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1984 cc  | 1.98 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.5 l/100 km  | 20.5 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6 l/100 km  | 39.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.7 l/100 km  | 27 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
525 L  | 18.5 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1725 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1500 mm  | 59.1 in.
Max weight
1650 kg  | 3638 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1230 kg  | 2712 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R17
Tire size
225/65 R17
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 NEW Beetle 9C

1.9 TDI (90 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
90 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 67 kW
Torque
210 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 155 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
13.1 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
171 km/h  | 106 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.8 l/100 km  | 34.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.3 l/100 km  | 54.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel - Standard di
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
209 L  | 7.4 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
525 L  | 18.5 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2508 mm  | 98.7 in.
Front track
1508 mm  | 59.4 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4081 mm  | 160.7 in.
Width
1725 mm  | 67.9 in.
Height
1500 mm  | 59.1 in.
Max weight
1675 kg  | 3693 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1250 kg  | 2756 lbs
Number of seats
4
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6.5J x 16
Tire size
215/60 R16
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
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