Used 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 - Specs & Features

More about the 2006 New Beetle

Starting MSRP

$17,180

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	23 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	4
Cargo Capacity	12.0 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	2,884 lbs.
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$177/mo
Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	20/28 MPG

EPA combined MPG	23 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	290.0/406.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 gal.
CO2 Emissions	6.2 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	2.5 L
Cylinders	Inline 5
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	150 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque	170 lb-ft @ 3,750 rpm
Valves	20
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Drivetrain

Transmission	5-speed manual
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	59.0 in.

Wheelbase	98.7 in.
Front track	59.4 in.
Rear track	58.8 in.
EPA interior volume	93.0 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	12.0 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	27.1 cu.ft.
Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time	8.4 seconds
Turning circle	35.8 ft.
Ground clearance	4.6 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.38 Cd.
Curb weight	2,884 lbs.
Gross weight	3,656 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Colors

Exterior Colors	Shadow Blue Salsa Red Sunflower Yellow Platinum Gray Reflex Silver Harvest Moon Beige Gecko Green
Interior Colors	Black-Cream, leatherette Black, leatherette Black, leather Black-Cream, leather Cream, leatherette Gray, leatherette Cream, leather Gray, leather

Front Seat Dimensions

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

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

Folding rear seatback	Standard

Safety

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	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
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
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM CD-controller stereo	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard
Auxiliary audio input	Standard

Mast 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
Cruise control	Standard

Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	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 illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Cargo area 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 non-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./ unlimited mi.

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