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2016 Volkswagen Beetle
2016 Volkswagen Beetle
| OVERVIEW | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| COLORS | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
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| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 2 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| daytime running lights | true | true | true |
| dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| dusk-sensing headlights | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| post-collision safety system | true | true | true |
| stability control | true | true | true |
| tire pressure monitoring | true | true | true |
| traction control | true | true | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true | true |
| Emergency braking assist | true | true | true |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | true | true | true |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Turn signal mirrors | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | true | true | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | true | true |
| electric power steering | true | true | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front door pockets | true | true | true |
| front seatback storage | true | true | true |
| manual rear seat easy entry | true | true | true |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | true | true | true |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | true | true | true |
| interior air filtration | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | true | true | true |
| turn signal in mirrors | true | true | true |
| Air conditioning | true | true | true |
| Dual vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| Fuel & MPG | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 25/34 mpg | 25/34 mpg | 25/34 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 362.5/493.0 mi. | 362.5/493.0 mi. | 362.5/493.0 mi. |
| Engine | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| direct injection | true | true | true |
| Base engine size | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4800 rpm | 170 hp @ 4800 rpm | 170 hp @ 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 184 ft-lbs. @ 1500 rpm | 184 ft-lbs. @ 1500 rpm | 184 ft-lbs. @ 1500 rpm |
| Valve timing | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Measurements | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 7.1 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 3225 lbs. | 3225 lbs. | 3225 lbs. |
| EPA interior volume | 88.5 cu.ft. | 88.5 cu.ft. | 88.5 cu.ft. |
| Gross weight | 4101 lbs. | 4101 lbs. | 4101 lbs. |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in. | 5.6 in. | 5.6 in. |
| Height | 58.0 in. | 58.0 in. | 58.0 in. |
| Length | 168.4 in. | 168.4 in. | 168.4 in. |
| Maximum payload | 818 lbs. | 818 lbs. | 818 lbs. |
| wheelbase | 100.0 in. | 100.0 in. | 100.0 in. |
| Width | 71.2 in. | 71.2 in. | 71.2 in. |
| Turning circle | 35.4 ft. | 35.4 ft. | 35.4 ft. |
| Front Seats | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-way manual driver seat adjustments | true | true | true |
| 6-way manual passenger seat adjustment | true | true | true |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | true | true |
| height adjustable passenger seat | true | true | true |
| leatherette/cloth | true | true | false |
| multi-level heating driver seat | true | true | true |
| multi-level heating passenger seat | true | true | true |
| Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support | true | true | true |
| front headroom | 39.3 in. | 39.3 in. | 39.3 in. |
| front legroom | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 55.3 in. | 55.3 in. | 55.3 in. |
| Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support | true | true | true |
| leatherette | false | false | true |
| Rear Seats | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
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| rear headroom | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. |
| rear legroom | 31.4 in. | 31.4 in. | 31.4 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 43.1 in. | 43.1 in. | 43.1 in. |
| Split-folding rear seatback | true | true | true |
| Drive Train | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Power Features | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 one-touch power windows | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Instrumentation | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| trip computer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 total speakers | true | true | true |
| USB connection | true | true | true |
| auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control | true | true | true |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| Warranty | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| powertrain | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Roadside | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Rust | 12 yr./ 120000 mi. | 12 yr./ 120000 mi. | 12 yr./ 120000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
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| alloy wheels | true | true | true |
| inside mounted spare tire | true | true | true |
| temporary spare tire | true | true | true |
| 17 x 7.0-in. wheels | true | true | true |
| 215/55R H tires | true | true | true |
| all-season tires | true | true | true |
| Interior Options | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpeted Mats | true | true | true |
| Rubber Mats | true | true | true |
| Roadside Assistance Kit | true | true | true |
| Door Sills | true | true | true |
| First Aid Kit | true | true | true |
| Exterior Options | 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,995 | 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) MSRP from $25,490 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Locks | true | true | true |
| Wind Deflector | true | true | true |
| Splash Guards | true | true | true |
| Chrome Exhaust Tips | false | false | true |