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Compare 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle specifications by trim levels

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New Beetle is a 4-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $18,290 to $26,990, the Volkswagen New Beetle faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.

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

The Volkswagen New Beetle boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 28 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 67.90mm x 161.10mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 98.8 in

  • MPG: 20 city/28 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 8.9 sec

  • Towing capacity: 2000 lbs

  • Curb: 2884 lbs

  • Tires: P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 12 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 4

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 161.1 x 67.9 x 59



2009 Volkswagen New Beetle Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen New Beetle is offered in 3 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 New Beetle safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

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

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 150 hp @ 5000

    • Torque 170 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.9 - 9.4 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16.6 - 17.1 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 161.1 in

    • Width 67.9 in

    • Height 59 in

    • Wheelbase 98.8 in

    • Curb Weight 2884 lbs

    • Towing capacity 2000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 4

    • Passenger volume 81

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 20 mpg

    • Combined 24 mpg

    • Highway 28 mpg

    • Highway range 406 mi



Specifications

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
Exterior length
161.10 in 161.10 in 161.10 in
Exterior body width
67.90 in 67.90 in 67.90 in
Exterior height
59.00 in 59.10 in 59.10 in
Horsepower
150 150 150
Torque
170 170 170
Fuel economy - city
20 mpg 20 mpg 20 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
28 mpg 28 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.90 seconds 9.40 seconds 9.40 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.60 seconds 17.10 seconds 17.10 seconds
1/4 mile speed
83 mph 80 mph 80 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
61 mph 61 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 "
Curb weight
2884.00 lbs 3248.00 lbs 3248.00 lbs
Wheelbase
98.80 in 98.80 in 98.80 in
Front track
59.40 " 59.30 " 59.30 "
Rear track
58.80 " 58.50 " 58.50 "
Turning radius
17.90 17.90 17.90
Front legroom
39.40 in 39.40 in 39.40 in
Rear legroom
33.50 in 31.50 in 31.50 in
Front headroom
38.20 in 40.70 in 40.70 in
Rear headroom
36.70 in 37.20 in 37.20 in
Front shoulder room
52.80 in 52.80 in 52.80 in
Rear shoulder room
49.30 in 42.10 in 42.10 in
Luggage volume
12.00 cu.ft. 5.00 cu.ft. 5.00 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
27.10 cu.ft. 5.00 cu.ft. 5.00 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
81 cu.ft. 78 cu.ft. 78 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal.
Payload
772 lbs. 772 lbs. 772 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.38 0.37 0.37

Interior Features

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2

Exterior Features

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
Door count
2 doors 2 doors 2 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass – –
Spoiler
3480 – –
Front tires
P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS
Wheels
16" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum

Seats

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
Standard seating
4 4 4

Entertainment System

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
Speakers
6 10 10

Safety and Security Features

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
Door curb lights
2 2 2

Mechanical Features

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
Axle ratio
3.65 3.87 3.87

Other Specs

2.5L 2dr Hatchback

2.5L 2dr Convertible

2.5L Blush Edition 2dr Convertible
Maximum towing capacity
2000 lbs. 2000 lbs. 2000 lbs.