Used 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Specs & Features

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Starting MSRP

$26,525

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	22 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	4
Cargo Capacity	5.0 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,217 lbs.
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Fuel & MPG

Fuel type	Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA city/highway MPG	19/28 MPG
EPA combined MPG	22 MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)	275.5/406.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 gal.

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Engine

Base engine size	1.8 L
Cylinders	Inline 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	150 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque	162 lb-ft @ 2,200 rpm
Valves	20
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Drivetrain

Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Front 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	59.1 in.

Wheelbase	98.8 in.
Front track	59.3 in.
Rear track	58.5 in.
EPA interior volume	83.0 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	5.0 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	5.0 cu.ft.
Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time	9.6 seconds
Turning circle	35.8 ft.
Ground clearance	4.7 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.37 Cd.
Curb weight	3,217 lbs.
Gross weight	3,991 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Colors

Exterior Colors	Reflex Silver Metallic Galactic Blue Metallic Platinum Gray Metallic Tornado Red Metallic Harvest Moon Beige Sundown Orange Aquarius Blue Cyber Green Metallic Mellow Yellow Uni Black
Interior Colors	Cream Black Gray Gray Cream Cream Black Black Gray

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	40.7 in.
Front leg room	39.4 in.
Front shoulder room	52.8 in.

Vinyl	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
6-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
6-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.2 in.
Rear leg room	31.5 in.
Rear shoulder room	42.1 in.

Folding with pass-thru center armrest	Standard

Safety

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard

Child seat anchors	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front multi-adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
2 rear headrests	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM CD-controller stereo	Standard
Monsoon premium brand speakers	Standard
10 total speakers	Standard

Element antenna	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	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
Manual rear seat easy entry	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Trunk light	Standard
Front 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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Used 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible - Specs & Features