Compare 2014 Volkswagen Beetle specifications by trim levels
Beetle is a 4-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 2012.
With the price tag ranging from $20,295 to $29,995, the Volkswagen Beetle faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like FIAT 500L, Ford Focus ST, Honda Fit, Honda Civic.
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 27 to 41 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 2014 Volkswagen Beetle
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Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal
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Wheelbase: 100 in
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MPG: 24 city/33 hwy
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0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 2948 lbs
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Tires: P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 15.4 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 4
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 168.4 x 71.2 x 58
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Beetle is offered in 9 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
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Main Info
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Body Style Hatchback
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Doors 2
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Engine
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Horsepower 140 hp @ 4000 –
210 hp @ 5300 -
Torque 177 lb-ft. –
236 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.5 - 10.2 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.6 - 17.5 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 168.4 in
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Width 71.2 in
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Height 58.5 in
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Wheelbase 100 in
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Curb Weight 2948 lbs
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GVWR 3946 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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Turning radius 17.7 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 4
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Passenger volume 85
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.5 gal
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City 21 - 28 mpg
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Combined 24 - 35 mpg
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Highway 27 - 41 mpg
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Highway range 391.5 - 594.5 mi
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Specifications 
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 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 | 210 | 140 |
| Torque | |||
| 184 | 177 | 207 | 236 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 24 mpg | 22 mpg | 23 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 33 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 41 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 8.20 seconds | 7.50 seconds | 7.50 seconds | 9.70 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 16.40 seconds | 16.10 seconds | 15.60 seconds | 17.20 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 82 mph | 86 mph | 90 mph | 78 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 60 mph | 60 mph | 62 mph | 60 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.25/3.31 " | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.19/3.76 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2948.00 lbs | 2939.00 lbs | 3056.00 lbs | 3115.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 3946.00 lbs | 4012.00 lbs | 4079.00 lbs | – |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 100.00 in | 100.00 in | 100.00 in | 100.00 in |
| Front track | |||
| 62.20 " | 62.20 " | 62.20 " | 62.20 " |
| 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 | |||
| 851 lbs. | 858 lbs. | 847 lbs. | 851 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.37 | 0.37 | 0.37 | 0.37 |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| 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 | 58.00 in | 58.00 in | 58.00 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 210 | 170 | 210 | 140 |
| Torque | |||
| 207 | 177 | 207 | 236 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 23 mpg | 21 mpg | 23 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 31 mpg | 27 mpg | 31 mpg | 41 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 7.50 seconds | 8.20 seconds | 7.80 seconds | 10.20 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 15.60 seconds | 16.50 seconds | 15.80 seconds | 17.50 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 90 mph | 84 mph | 89 mph | 77 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 62 mph | 60 mph | 61 mph | 60 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.25/3.65 " | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.19/3.76 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3056.00 lbs | 3206.00 lbs | 3238.00 lbs | 3296.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4012.00 lbs | 4123.00 lbs | 4123.00 lbs | 4189.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 100.00 in | 100.00 in | 100.00 in | 100.00 in |
| Front track | |||
| 62.20 " | 62.10 " | 62.10 " | 62.10 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 60.90 " | 61.20 " | 61.20 " | 61.20 " |
| 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 | 39.30 in | 39.30 in | 39.30 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37.10 in | 37.60 in | 37.60 in | 37.60 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 55.30 in | 55.30 in | 55.30 in | 55.30 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 49.00 in | 43.10 in | 43.10 in | 43.10 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 15.40 cu.ft. | 7.10 cu.ft. | 7.10 cu.ft. | 7.10 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 29.90 cu.ft. | 7.10 cu.ft. | 7.10 cu.ft. | 7.10 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 85 cu.ft. | 81 cu.ft. | 81 cu.ft. | 81 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. | 14.50 gal. |
| Payload | |||
| 847 lbs. | 858 lbs. | 829 lbs. | 873 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.37 | 0.38 | 0.37 | 0.37 |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Exterior length |
| 168.40 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 71.20 in |
| Exterior height |
| 58.00 in |
| Horsepower |
| 170 |
| Torque |
| 184 |
| Fuel economy - city |
| 24 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway |
| 32 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
| 9.70 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
| 17.00 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
| 79 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
| 0.90 |
| Slalom speed |
| 60 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
| 3.25/3.31 " |
| Curb weight |
| 3232.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 4145.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 100.00 in |
| Front track |
| 62.10 " |
| Rear track |
| 61.20 " |
| Turning radius |
| 17.70 |
| Front legroom |
| 41.30 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 31.40 in |
| Front headroom |
| 39.30 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 37.60 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 55.30 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 43.10 in |
| Luggage volume |
| 7.10 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) |
| 7.10 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume |
| 81 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank |
| 14.50 gal. |
| Payload |
| 838 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient |
| 0.37 |
Interior Features
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 2dr Hatchback |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| 2817 | 2817 | 2817 | 2817 |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| 2939 | – | – | – |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Air conditioning, front |
| 2817 |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 2 |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
Exterior Features
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 2dr Hatchback |
| Door count | |||
| 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Front tires | |||
| P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 17" silver aluminum | 17" silver aluminum | 18" machined aluminum | 17" silver aluminum |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| 3445 | – | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| 3480 | – | – | – |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| Antenna | |||
| 3399 | 3396 | 3396 | 3396 |
| Door count | |||
| 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – | – |
| Front tires | |||
| P235/40HR19.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 19" machined aluminum | 17" silver aluminum | 18" machined aluminum | 17" silver aluminum |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Antenna |
| 3396 |
| Door count |
| 2 doors |
| Front tires |
| P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels |
| 17" silver aluminum |
Seats
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 2dr Hatchback |
| Standard seating | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| Front seat type | |||
| 2993 | 2989 | 2993 | 2989 |
| Standard seating | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Front seat type |
| 2989 |
| Standard seating |
| 4 |
Entertainment System
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 2dr Hatchback |
| Speakers | |||
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 400W | 400W | 400W | 400W |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| Radio | |||
| 3148 | 3131 | 3131 | 3148 |
| Speakers | |||
| 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 400W | 400W | 400W | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Radio |
| 3131 |
| Speakers |
| 8 |
| Amplifier |
| 400W |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 1 |
Safety and Security Features
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| 3214 | 3214 | 3214 | 3214 |
| Height adjustable seatbelts | |||
| 3244 | – | – | – |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Airbags, frontal |
| 3214 |
Mechanical Features
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 2dr Hatchback |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.65 | 3.65 | 3.94 | 3.68 |
| Locking/limited slip differential | |||
| 3817 | – | – | – |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | |||
| 4750 | 4762 | 4750 | 4750 |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.94 | 3.50 | 3.94 | 3.68 |
| Locking/limited slip differential | |||
| 3817 | 3817 | – | – |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Engine |
| 4747 |
| Axle ratio |
| 3.87 |
Other Specs
1.8T 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Hatchback |
2.0L TDI 2dr Hatchback |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |
2.0T GSR 2dr Hatchback |
2.5L 2dr Convertible |
2.0T R-Line 2dr Convertible |
2.0L TDI 2dr Convertible |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 5300 | 5700 | 5300 | 4000 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |
1.8T 2dr Convertible |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6200 |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 2000 lbs. |