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Compare 2012 Volkswagen Beetle specifications by trim levels

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Beetle is a 4-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 2012.

With the price tag ranging from $18,995 to $24,950, the Volkswagen Beetle faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like FIAT 500L, Ford Focus ST, Honda Fit, Honda Civic.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Volkswagen Beetle has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Volkswagen Beetle boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 30 to 31 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 71.20mm x 168.40mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 Volkswagen Beetle

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 99.9 in

  • MPG: 22 city/31 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7.5 sec

  • Towing capacity: 2000 lbs

  • Curb: 2939 lbs

  • Tires: P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 15.4 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 4

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 168.4 x 71.2 x 58.5



2012 Volkswagen Beetle Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen Beetle is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Beetle safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Volkswagen Beetle specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 170 hp @ 5700 –
      200 hp @ 5100

    • Torque 177 lb-ft. –
      207 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.5 - 7.9 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.7 - 16.1 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 168.4 in

    • Width 71.2 in

    • Height 58.5 in

    • Wheelbase 99.9 in

    • Curb Weight 2939 lbs

    • Towing capacity 2000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 4

    • Passenger volume 85

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 21 - 22 mpg

    • Combined 26 - 27 mpg

    • Highway 30 - 31 mpg

    • Highway range 435 - 449.5 mi



Specifications

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
Exterior length
168.40 in 168.40 in 168.40 in 168.40 in
Exterior body width
71.20 in 71.20 in 71.20 in 71.20 in
Exterior height
58.50 in 58.50 in 58.50 in 58.50 in
Horsepower
170 170 200 200
Torque
177 177 207 207
Fuel economy - city
22 mpg 22 mpg 21 mpg 22 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
31 mpg 31 mpg 30 mpg 30 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.50 seconds 7.50 seconds 7.80 seconds 7.90 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.10 seconds 16.10 seconds 15.70 seconds 15.80 seconds
1/4 mile speed
85 mph 85 mph 89 mph 88 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
61 mph 61 mph 62 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.25/3.64 " 3.25/3.64 " 3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 "
Curb weight
2939.00 lbs 2939.00 lbs 3042.00 lbs 3089.00 lbs
Wheelbase
99.90 in 99.90 in 99.90 in 99.90 in
Front track
62.20 " 62.20 " 61.80 " 61.80 "
Rear track
60.90 " 60.90 " 60.90 " 60.90 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70 17.70 17.70
Front legroom
41.30 in 41.30 in 41.30 in 41.30 in
Rear legroom
31.40 in 31.40 in 31.40 in 31.40 in
Front headroom
39.40 in 39.40 in 39.40 in 39.40 in
Rear headroom
37.10 in 37.10 in 37.10 in 37.10 in
Front shoulder room
55.30 in 55.30 in 55.30 in 55.30 in
Rear shoulder room
49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in
Luggage volume
15.40 cu.ft. 15.40 cu.ft. 15.40 cu.ft. 15.40 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
29.90 cu.ft. 29.90 cu.ft. 29.90 cu.ft. 29.90 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
85 cu.ft. 85 cu.ft. 85 cu.ft. 85 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal.
Payload
858 lbs. 858 lbs. 831 lbs. 829 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.37 0.37 0.37 0.37

Interior Features

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 –

Exterior Features

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
Door count
2 doors 2 doors 2 doors 2 doors
Front tires
P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS P235/40HR19.0 BSW AS
Wheels
17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum 18" machined aluminum 19" machined aluminum
Sunroof
1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass – –

Seats

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
Standard seating
4 4 4 4
Front armrests
3021 3021 – –

Entertainment System

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
Speakers
8 8 8 8
Steering wheel audio controls
3191 3191 – –
Amplifier
400W 400W – –
Navigation system
3207 3207 – –
1st row LCD screen
1 1 – –

Safety and Security Features

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
Keyless access system
3277 3277 – –

Mechanical Features

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
Axle ratio
3.65 3.65 3.94 4.06
Sequential shift control
3713 3713 – –

Other Specs

Base 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo 2dr Hatchback

2.0T Turbo Launch Edition 2dr Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
2000 lbs. 2000 lbs. 2000 lbs. 2000 lbs.