Volkswagen Beetle (A5)
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Fastest top speed231 km/h144 mph
- Most powerful225 hp168 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,364 kg3,007 lb
- Best power-to-weight165 hp/t123 kW/t6.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.9 L/100 km48.0 mpg US57.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions127 g/km
- Best estimated range1,000 km621 mi
- Largest trunk310 L
- Best overall score58/100
- Best performance score56/100
- Best economy score92/100
- Best practicality score61/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp |
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| Power | 225hp168kW+75 hp | 195hp145kW+45 hp | 177hp132kW+27 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,364kg3,007lb | 1,364kg3,007lb | 1,364kg3,007lb | 1,364kg3,007lb |
| Gross weight | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb |
| Top speed | 231 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph | 203 km/h 126 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 80.4s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph-12.0 s Calculated | 84.7s99% target: 218 km/h / 135 mph-7.7 s Calculated | 87.3s99% target: 211 km/h / 131 mph-5.1 s Calculated | 92.4s99% target: 201 km/h / 125 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8s-1.9 s | 7.4s-1.3 s | 7.9s-0.8 s | 8.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 30.1s-52.7 s Calculated | 38.7s-44.2 s Calculated | 47.7s-35.2 s Calculated | 82.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4s-1.8 s Calculated | 7.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.4s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.8s-1.5 s Calculated | 15.4s-1.0 s Calculated | 15.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 16.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 143hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated | 130hp/t97kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated | 110hp/t82kW/t50hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 284Nm/t190lb-ft/ton Calculated | 247Nm/t166lb-ft/ton Calculated | 224Nm/t150lb-ft/ton Calculated | 183Nm/t123lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,390cc85cu in | 1,390cc85cu in | 1,390cc85cu in | 1,390cc85cu in |
| Length | 4,278mm168in | 4,278mm168in | 4,278mm168in | 4,278mm168in |
| Width | 1,808mm71in | 1,808mm71in | 1,808mm71in | 1,808mm71in |
| Height | 1,486mm59in | 1,486mm59in | 1,486mm59in | 1,486mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 2,537mm100in | 2,537mm100in | 2,537mm100in | 2,537mm100in |
| Front track | 1,578mm62in | 1,578mm62in | 1,578mm62in | 1,578mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in |
| Ground clearance | 136mm5in | 136mm5in | 136mm5in | 136mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 310L | 310L | 310L | 310L |
| Max trunk volume | 905L | 905L | 905L | 905L |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
| CO2 emissions | 127g/km | 127g/km | 127g/km | 127g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.4 s | 8.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 30.1 s | 38.7 s | 47.7 s | 82.8 s |
| Top speed | 231 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph | 203 km/h 126 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.2 s | 10.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.2 s | 13.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.8 s | 15.4 s | 15.7 s | 16.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 154 km/h 96 mph | 148 km/h 92 mph | 144 km/h 89 mph | 137 km/h 85 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp has 75 hp more than Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI 150 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: 75 hp (56 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 213 km/h 132 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 203 km/h 126 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 6.8 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 7.4 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 7.9 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 8.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI 150 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.8 s | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 7.4 s | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.9 s | 213 km/h 132 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.7 s | 203 km/h 126 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 8.7 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)1.4 TSI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 225 hp 168 kW | 195 hp 145 kW | 177 hp 132 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 231 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph | 203 km/h 126 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb | 1,364 kg 3,007 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 127 g/km | 127 g/km | 127 g/km | 127 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 310 L 10.9 cu ft | 310 L 10.9 cu ft | 310 L 10.9 cu ft | 310 L 10.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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