Used 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Diesel - Specs & Features

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Starting MSRP

$19,870

Overview

Diesel

Combined MPG	33 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	4
Cargo Capacity	12 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,140 lbs.
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$128/mo
Fuel type	Diesel fuel
EPA city/highway MPG	29/39 MPG

EPA combined MPG	33 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	420.5/565.5 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 gal.
CO2 Emissions	5 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	1.9 L
Cylinders	Inline 4
Base engine type	Diesel

Horsepower	90 hp @ 3,750 rpm
Torque	155 lb-ft @ 1,900 rpm
Valves	8
Cam type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)
Direct injection	Standard

Drivetrain

Transmission	4-speed automatic
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Torsion beam rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	161.1 in.
Overall width without mirrors	67.9 in.
Height	59 in.

Wheelbase	98.7 in.
Front track	59.4 in.
Rear track	58.8 in.
EPA interior volume	93 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	12 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	27.1 cu.ft.
Turning circle	35.8 ft.
Ground clearance	4.6 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.38 Cd.
Curb weight	3,140 lbs.
Gross weight	4,000 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Colors

Exterior Colors	Sunflower Yellow Galactic Blue Cyber Green Uni Red Blue Lagoon Sundown Orange Campanella White Black Reflex Silver Platinum Gray
Interior Colors	Black Grey Cream

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	38.2 in.
Front leg room	39.4 in.
Front shoulder room	52.8 in.

Cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	36.7 in.
Rear leg room	33.5 in.
Rear shoulder room	49.3 in.

Folding rear seatback	Standard

Safety

Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard

Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
2 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM CD-controller stereo	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard
Mast antenna	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
1st row power glass moonroof	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard

Power mirrors	Standard
Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Power steering	Standard
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard

Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
Retained accessory power	Standard
Manual rear seat easy entry	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual vanity mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Trunk light	Standard
Front and rear reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

External temperature display	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard

Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
16 x 6.5 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

205/55R H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Fullsize matching spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	12 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.

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