Compare 2016 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 $19,595 to $31,570, 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 31 to 34 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 2016 Volkswagen Beetle
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Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal
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Wheelbase: 100 in
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MPG: 25 city/34 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.6 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.7 in
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Engine: 1.8L I-4
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 3012 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 4
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 168.4 x 71.2 x 58
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Beetle is offered in 11 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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Engine 1.8L I-4,2.0L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 170 hp @ 1931 –
210 hp @ 1942 -
Torque 184 lb-ft. @ 1,500 –
207 lb-ft. @ 1,700 -
Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 6-spd auto w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.7 - 7.9 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.3 - 16.1 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 3012 lbs
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GVWR 3990 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.7 in
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Turning radius 17.7 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 15.4 ft
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Cargo capacity 29.9 cu.ft
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Seats 4
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.5 gal
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City 23 - 25 mpg
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Combined 27 - 30 mpg
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Highway 31 - 34 mpg
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Highway range 449.5 - 493 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Exterior length | |||
168.4 in | 168.4 in | 168.4 in | 168.4 in |
Exterior body width | |||
71.2 in | 71.2 in | 71.2 in | 71.2 in |
Exterior height | |||
58.5 in | 58.5 in | 58.5 in | 58.0 in |
Horsepower | |||
170 hp | 170 hp | 170 hp | 170 hp |
Torque | |||
184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |||
3012 lbs | 3012 lbs | 2948 lbs | 3225 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
3990 lbs | 3990 lbs | 3946 lbs | 4101 lbs |
Wheelbase | |||
100.0 in | 100.0 in | 100.0 in | 100.0 in |
Turning radius | |||
17.7 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' |
Ground clearance | |||
5.7 in | 5.7 in | 5.7 in | 5.6 in |
Front legroom | |||
41.3 in | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 41.3 in |
Rear legroom | |||
31.4 in | 31.4 in | 31.4 in | 31.4 in |
Front headroom | |||
39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
Rear headroom | |||
37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 38 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
49 in | 49 in | 49 in | 43 in |
Payload | |||
833 lbs. | 833 lbs. | 851 lbs. | 818 lbs. |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Exterior length | |||
168.4 in | 168.4 in | 168.4 in | 168.4 in |
Exterior body width | |||
71.2 in | 71.2 in | 71.2 in | 71.2 in |
Exterior height | |||
58.5 in | 58.5 in | 58.0 in | 58.0 in |
Horsepower | |||
170 hp | 210 hp | 170 hp | 210 hp |
Torque | |||
184 lb-ft. | 207 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 207 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | |||
3012 lbs | 3056 lbs | 3225 lbs | 3239 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
3990 lbs | 4012 lbs | 4101 lbs | 4123 lbs |
Wheelbase | |||
100.0 in | 100.0 in | 100.0 in | 100.0 in |
Turning radius | |||
17.7 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' |
Ground clearance | |||
5.7 in | 5.7 in | 5.6 in | 5.6 in |
Front legroom | |||
41.3 in | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 41.3 in |
Rear legroom | |||
31.4 in | 31.4 in | 31.4 in | 31.4 in |
Front headroom | |||
39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
Rear headroom | |||
37 in | 37 in | 38 in | 38 in |
Front shoulder room | |||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
49 in | 49 in | 43 in | 43 in |
Payload | |||
833 lbs. | 847 lbs. | 818 lbs. | 829 lbs. |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Exterior length | ||
168.4 in | 168.4 in | 168.4 in |
Exterior body width | ||
71.2 in | 71.2 in | 71.2 in |
Exterior height | ||
58.0 in | 58.5 in | 58.0 in |
Horsepower | ||
170 hp | 210 hp | 210 hp |
Torque | ||
184 lb-ft. | 207 lb-ft. | 207 lb-ft. |
Curb weight | ||
3225 lbs | 3056 lbs | 3239 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
4101 lbs | 4012 lbs | 4123 lbs |
Wheelbase | ||
100.0 in | 100.0 in | 100.0 in |
Turning radius | ||
17.7 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' |
Ground clearance | ||
5.6 in | 5.7 in | 5.6 in |
Front legroom | ||
41.3 in | 41.3 in | 41.3 in |
Rear legroom | ||
31.4 in | 31.4 in | 31.4 in |
Front headroom | ||
39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
Rear headroom | ||
38 in | 37 in | 38 in |
Front shoulder room | ||
55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
Rear shoulder room | ||
43 in | 49 in | 43 in |
Payload | ||
818 lbs. | 847 lbs. | 829 lbs. |
Interior Features 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Air conditioning, front | |||
Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual |
Clock | |||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
urethane | leather | leather | leather |
12V DC power outlet | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
rubber front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | power |
1-touch window up | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | day-night |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
urethane | leather | leather | leather |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Air conditioning, front | |||
Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual |
Clock | |||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
leather | leather | leather | leather |
12V DC power outlet | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
fixed | fixed | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – | – |
Rear view mirror | |||
auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | day-night | day-night |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
leather | leather | leather | leather |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Air conditioning, front | ||
Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual |
Clock | ||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | ||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | ||
leather | leather | leather |
12V DC power outlet | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | ||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | ||
full | full | full |
Floor mats | ||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | ||
power | power | power |
Rear windows | ||
power | fixed | power |
1-touch window up | ||
front and rear | driver and passenger | front and rear |
1-touch window down | ||
front and rear | driver and passenger | front and rear |
Instrumentation | ||
analog | analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | ||
driver and passenger | – | – |
Rear view mirror | ||
day-night | auto-dimming day-night | day-night |
Seatback storage pockets | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | ||
leather | leather | leather |
Exterior Features 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Antenna | |||
window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount | window grid |
Body material | |||
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Door count | |||
2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | – |
Wheels | |||
16 silver aluminum | 16 silver aluminum | 17 silver aluminum | 17 silver aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Convertible top | |||
power | – | – | – |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Antenna | |||
window grid and roof mount | window grid and roof mount | window grid | window grid |
Body material | |||
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | – | – |
Door count | |||
2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |||
1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – | – |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | lip |
Wheels | |||
18 silver w/chrome accents aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 silver aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Bodyside insert | |||
chrome | chrome | – | – |
Convertible top | |||
power | power | – | – |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Antenna | ||
window grid | window grid and roof mount | window grid |
Body material | ||
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | ||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Fog/driving lights | ||
front | front | – |
Door count | ||
2 doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Rear cargo door | ||
liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
Tinted windows | ||
light | light | light |
Rear window type | ||
fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | ||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | ||
1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
Spoiler | ||
lip | lip | lip |
Wheels | ||
18 silver w/chrome accents aluminum | 19 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | ||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Bodyside insert | ||
chrome | chrome | – |
Convertible top | ||
power | power | – |
Seats 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Lumbar support | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
Rear seats | |||
50-50 bench | 50-50 bench | 50-50 bench | 50-50 bench |
Rear head restraints | |||
2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
V-Tex leatherette | cloth | V-Tex leatherette | V-Tex leatherette |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | sport | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Lumbar support | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats | |||
50-50 bench | 50-50 bench | 50-50 bench | 50-50 bench |
Rear head restraints | |||
2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
V-Tex leatherette | cloth | V-Tex leatherette | V-Tex leatherette |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Front seat type | ||
bucket | sport | bucket |
Standard seating | ||
4 | 4 | 4 |
Front driver seat direction controls | ||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Front passenger seat direction controls | ||
6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
Lumbar support | ||
driver | driver | driver |
Front armrests | ||
center | center | center |
Front head restraints | ||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | ||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats | ||
50-50 bench | 50-50 bench | 50-50 bench |
Rear head restraints | ||
2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
Seat trim | ||
V-Tex leatherette | leather | V-Tex leatherette |
Entertainment System 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Radio | |||
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan |
CD player | |||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |||
8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Radio | |||
SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan |
CD player | |||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |||
8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Navigation system | |||
yes with voice activation | – | – | – |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Radio | ||
SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | ||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | ||
9 Fender | 9 Fender | 9 Fender |
Navigation system | ||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – |
1st row LCD screen | ||
1 | 1 | 1 |
Safety and Security Features 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
Exterior light control | |||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable | |||
Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
VW Car-Net | – | – | – |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
Exterior light control | |||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable | |||
Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
VW Car-Net | VW Car-Net | VW Car-Net | – |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Airbags, frontal | ||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | ||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Traction control | ||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | ||
front | front | front |
Headlights | ||
halogen | high intensity low/high beam | halogen |
Exterior light control | ||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | ||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | ||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable | ||
Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | ||
VW Car-Net | VW Car-Net | VW Car-Net |
Mechanical Features 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Engine | |||
1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | |||
Tiptronic | – | – | – |
Transmission | |||
6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 5-spd man w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
3.87 | 3.87 | 3.65 | 3.87 |
Turbocharger | |||
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Engine | |||
1.8L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | sport | regular | sport |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | |||
Tiptronic | – | – | – |
Transmission | |||
6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
3.87 | 3.94 | 3.87 | 3.94 |
Turbocharger | |||
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Engine | ||
1.8L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
Brakes | ||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | ||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | ||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | ||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | ||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | ||
regular | sport | sport |
Front suspension type | ||
strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | ||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | ||
coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | ||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | ||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | ||
coil | coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | ||
Tiptronic | – | – |
Transmission | ||
6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD |
Axle ratio | ||
3.87 | 3.94 | 3.94 |
Turbocharger | ||
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
Other Specs 
1.8T Wolfsburg Edition w/PZEV 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T S 2dr Convertible |
Luggage capacity | |||
15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |||
29.9 cu.ft. | 29.9 cu.ft. | 29.9 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |||
1.8 liters | 1.8 liters | 1.8 liters | 1.8 liters |
Base engine type | |||
I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 |
Torque rpm | |||
1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 |
Fuel tank capacity | |||
14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
EPA mileage estimates | |||
25 City / 34 Hwy | 25 City / 34 Hwy | 25 City / 34 Hwy | 25 City / 34 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | front | – |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Tires | |||
P215/60HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/60HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Bodyside moldings | |||
body-colored | body-colored | body-colored | body-colored |
1.8T SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Hatchback |
1.8T SE 2dr Convertible |
R-Line S 2dr Convertible |
Luggage capacity | |||
15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | |||
29.9 cu.ft. | 29.9 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | |||
1.8 liters | 2.0 liters | 1.8 liters | 2.0 liters |
Base engine type | |||
I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
6,200 | 5,300 | 6,200 | 5,300 |
Torque rpm | |||
1,500 | 1,700 | 1,500 | 1,700 |
Fuel tank capacity | |||
14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
EPA mileage estimates | |||
25 City / 34 Hwy | 23 City / 31 Hwy | 25 City / 34 Hwy | 23 City / 31 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | – | – |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Tires | |||
P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Bodyside moldings | |||
body-colored | black | body-colored | black |
1.8T SEL 2dr Convertible |
R-Line SEL 2dr Hatchback |
R-Line SE 2dr Convertible |
Luggage capacity | ||
7.1 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. |
Maximum cargo capacity | ||
7.1 cu.ft. | 29.9 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. |
Base engine size | ||
1.8 liters | 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters |
Base engine type | ||
I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
Horsepower rpm | ||
6,200 | 5,300 | 5,300 |
Torque rpm | ||
1,500 | 1,700 | 1,700 |
Fuel tank capacity | ||
14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
EPA mileage estimates | ||
25 City / 34 Hwy | 23 City / 31 Hwy | 23 City / 31 Hwy |
Lighting - map lights | ||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | ||
fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | ||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | ||
front | – | – |
Engine - valvetrain | ||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | ||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | ||
60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | ||
144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | ||
36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
Tires | ||
P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P235/40HR19.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | ||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Bodyside moldings | ||
body-colored | black | black |