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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2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
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2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Fastest top speed235 km/h146 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque544 Nm401 lb-ft
- Lightest1,421 kg3,133 lb
- Best power-to-weight164 hp/t122 kW/t6.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions119 g/km
- Best estimated range1,196 km743 mi
- Largest trunk310 L
- Best overall score60/100
- Best performance score59/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score61/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Power | 233hp173kW+83 hp | 203hp151kW+53 hp | 180hp134kW+30 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 544Nm401lb-ft+204 Nm | 476Nm351lb-ft+136 Nm | 425Nm313lb-ft+85 Nm | 340Nm251lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,421kg3,133lb | 1,421kg3,133lb | 1,421kg3,133lb | 1,421kg3,133lb |
| Gross weight | 1,880kg4,145lb | 1,880kg4,145lb | 1,880kg4,145lb | 1,880kg4,145lb |
| Top speed | 235 km/h 146 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph | 202 km/h 126 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 82.2s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph-11.5 s Calculated | 86.5s99% target: 222 km/h / 138 mph-7.2 s Calculated | 89.4s99% target: 213 km/h / 132 mph-4.3 s Calculated | 93.7s99% target: 200 km/h / 124 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8s-2.1 s | 7.4s-1.5 s | 7.9s-1.0 s | 8.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 29.0s-64.9 s Calculated | 36.3s-57.6 s Calculated | 46.0s-47.9 s Calculated | 94.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4s-2.0 s Calculated | 7.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 7.5s-0.9 s Calculated | 8.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.8s-1.6 s Calculated | 15.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 164hp/t122kW/t74hp/1000 lb Calculated | 143hp/t106kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated | 127hp/t94kW/t57hp/1000 lb Calculated | 106hp/t79kW/t48hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 383Nm/t256lb-ft/ton Calculated | 335Nm/t224lb-ft/ton Calculated | 299Nm/t200lb-ft/ton Calculated | 239Nm/t160lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,196km743mi Calculated | 1,196km743mi Calculated | 1,196km743mi Calculated | 1,196km743mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu 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 | 119g/km | 119g/km | 119g/km | 119g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.5 s | 8.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 29.0 s | 36.3 s | 46.0 s | 94.0 s |
| Top speed | 235 km/h 146 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph | 202 km/h 126 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.2 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.2 s | 13.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.8 s | 15.3 s | 15.8 s | 16.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 155 km/h 96 mph | 149 km/h 92 mph | 144 km/h 89 mph | 136 km/h 85 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp has 83 hp more than Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI 150 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: 83 hp (62 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 202 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 6.8 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 7.4 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 7.9 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 8.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: 2.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 143 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 127 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 106 hp/t 79 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,196 km 743 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,196 km 743 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,196 km 743 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,196 km 743 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.8 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.4 s | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.9 s | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.9 s | 202 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 8.9 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 143 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 127 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | 106 hp/t 79 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TDI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 233 hp 173 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 235 km/h 146 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph | 202 km/h 126 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb | 1,421 kg 3,133 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,196 km 743 mi | 1,196 km 743 mi | 1,196 km 743 mi | 1,196 km 743 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 119 g/km | 119 g/km | 119 g/km | 119 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 | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 143 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 127 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 106 hp/t 79 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 68 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 21 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) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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