Car comparison

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) · Facelift 2016 2.0 TSIvsVolkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI

Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.

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Volkswagen Beetle (A5) · Facelift 2016

2.0 TSI

220 hp1984 ccGasolineFWDDual-clutchTurbochargedHatchback2016-2018
VS

Volkswagen Beetle (A5)

2.0 TFSI

200 hp1984 ccGasolineFWDAutomaticTurbochargedHatchback2011-2013

Comparison overview

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Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h
    6.7 s
  • Fastest top speed
    231 km/h
    144 mph
  • Most powerful
    220 hp
    164 kW
  • Lightest
    1,376 kg
    3,034 lb
  • Best power-to-weight
    160 hp/t
    119 kW/t
    6.3 kg/hp
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
    6.8 L/100 km
    34.6 mpg US
    41.5 mpg UK
  • Lowest city consumption
    9.0 L/100 km
    26.1 mpg US
    31.4 mpg UK
  • Lowest highway consumption
    5.5 L/100 km
    42.8 mpg US
    51.4 mpg UK
  • Best estimated range
    809 km
    503 mi
  • Largest trunk
    310 L
  • Best overall score
    57/100
  • Best performance score
    55/100
  • Best economy score
    89/100
  • Best practicality score
    61/100

Specification comparison

Specification comparison
ModelVolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSIVolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
Power
220hp164kW
200hp149kW
Torque
350Nm258lb-ft
-
Curb weight
1,376kg3,034lb
1,439kg3,172lb
Gross weight
1,870kg4,123lb
1,850kg4,079lb
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
223 km/h
139 mph
To 99% top speed
80.3s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph
Calculated
88.0s99% target: 221 km/h / 137 mph
Calculated
0-100 km/h
6.7s
7.5s
0-200 km/h
30.0s
Calculated
37.6s
Calculated
0-60 mph
6.3s
Calculated
7.1s
Calculated
Fuel consumption
6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK
7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK
Fuel consumption city
9L/100 km26.1mpg US31.4mpg UK
10.3L/100 km22.8mpg US27.4mpg UK
Fuel consumption highway
5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK
6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK
Quarter mile
14.8s
Calculated
15.4s
Calculated
Power-to-weight
160hp/t119kW/t73hp/1000 lb
Calculated
139hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb
Calculated
Torque-to-weight
254Nm/t170lb-ft/ton
Calculated
-
Estimated range
809km503mi
Calculated
714km444mi
Calculated
Displacement
1,984cc121cu in
1,984cc121cu in
Length
4,288mm169in
4,278mm168in
Width
1,825mm72in
1,808mm71in
Height
1,488mm59in
1,486mm59in
Wheelbase
2,524mm99in
2,537mm100in
Front track
1,581mm62in
1,578mm62in
Rear track
1,553mm61in
1,544mm61in
Ground clearance
136mm5in
136mm5in
Trunk volume
310L
310L
Max trunk volume
905L
905L
Doors
3
3
Seats
4
4
Fuel tank
55L
55L

Performance charts

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Dyno simulation

Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSIVolkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSIPowerTorque
  • Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI: Power / Torque
  • Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI: Power
Dyno simulation data table
VehiclePeak power RPMPeak torque RPMMax engine speed
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI4,500-6,200 rpm1,500-4,400 rpm6,450 rpm
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI5,100 rpm-5,350 rpm

Acceleration curve

Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.

Acceleration and drag-race table
MetricVolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSIVolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
Acceleration checkpoints
0-60 mph
0-97 km/h
6.3 s
7.1 s
0-100 km/h
0-62 mph
6.7 s
7.5 s
0-200 km/h
0-124 mph
30.0 s
37.6 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
223 km/h
139 mph
Drag race simulation
60 ft
18 m
2.4 s
2.5 s
330 ft
101 m
6.4 s
6.6 s
1/8 mile
201 m
9.6 s
10.0 s
1000 ft
305 m
12.4 s
13.0 s
1/4 mile
402 m
14.8 s
15.4 s
Trap speed
1/4 mile
402 m
155 km/h
96 mph
148 km/h
92 mph

Power comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
220 hp
164 kW
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
200 hp
149 kW

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI has 20 hp more than Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI.

The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI: 20 hp (15 kW).

Curb weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
1,376 kg
3,034 lb
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
1,439 kg
3,172 lb

Top speed without limiter comparison

Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
231 km/h
144 mph
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
223 km/h
139 mph

0-100 km/h comparison

Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI6.7 s
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI7.5 s

The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI: 0.8 s.

Fuel consumption comparison

Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
6.8 L/100 km
34.6 mpg US
41.5 mpg UK
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK

The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI: 0.9 L/100 km.

Power-to-weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
160 hp/t
119 kW/t
6.3 kg/hp
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
139 hp/t
104 kW/t
7.2 kg/hp

Estimated range comparison

Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
809 km
503 mi
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
714 km
444 mi

Performance spider chart

Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.

Chart data table
VehiclePowerAccelerationTop speed
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
220 hp
164 kW
6.7 s
231 km/h
144 mph
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
200 hp
149 kW
7.5 s
223 km/h
139 mph

Most attractive quadrant

Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.

Chart data table
VehiclePerformance scorePracticality score
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
Power
220 hp
164 kW
0-100 km/h6.7 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
310 L
10.9 cu ft
Length
4,288 mm
168.8 in
Height
1,488 mm
58.6 in
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
Power
200 hp
149 kW
0-100 km/h7.5 s
Top speed
223 km/h
139 mph
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
310 L
10.9 cu ft
Length
4,278 mm
168.4 in
Height
1,486 mm
58.5 in

Performance vs fuel economy

Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.

Performance vs fuel economy data table
VehiclePerformance scoreFuel economy score
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
Power
220 hp
164 kW
0-100 km/h6.7 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
6.8 L/100 km
34.6 mpg US
41.5 mpg UK
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
Power
200 hp
149 kW
0-100 km/h7.5 s
Top speed
223 km/h
139 mph
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI 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.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption data table
VehicleFuel consumption, L/100 km0-100 km/h, s
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
6.8 L/100 km
34.6 mpg US
41.5 mpg UK
6.7 s
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK
7.5 s

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption

The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption data table
VehiclePower-to-weight, hp/tFuel consumption, L/100 km
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSI
160 hp/t
119 kW/t
6.3 kg/hp
6.8 L/100 km
34.6 mpg US
41.5 mpg UK
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
139 hp/t
104 kW/t
7.2 kg/hp
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK

Detailed score breakdown

Detailed score breakdown
VehicleVolkswagenBeetle (A5)Facelift 20162.0 TSIVolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TFSI
Power
220 hp
164 kW
200 hp
149 kW
Torque
350 Nm
258 lb-ft
-
Acceleration
6.7 s
7.5 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
223 km/h
139 mph
Lightness
1,376 kg
3,034 lb
1,439 kg
3,172 lb
Fuel consumption
6.8 L/100 km
34.6 mpg US
41.5 mpg UK
7.7 L/100 km
30.5 mpg US
36.7 mpg UK
Practicality
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
310 L
10.9 cu ft
Length
4,288 mm
168.8 in
Height
1,488 mm
58.6 in
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
310 L
10.9 cu ft
Length
4,278 mm
168.4 in
Height
1,486 mm
58.5 in
Range score
809 km
503 mi
714 km
444 mi
Trunk score
310 L
10.9 cu ft
310 L
10.9 cu ft
Power-to-weight score
160 hp/t
119 kW/t
6.3 kg/hp
139 hp/t
104 kW/t
7.2 kg/hp
Overall
Fixed score
Fixed score

Fuel cost and annual usage

Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.

Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.

LC = Local Currency

Fuel cost and annual usage
VehicleVolkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSIVolkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI
Consumption6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK
Cost / 100 km11.90 LC100 km13.48 LC100 km
Cost / 100 mi19.15 LC100 mi21.69 LC100 mi
Annual fuel used1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal1,155 L305 US gal254 UK gal
Annual fuel cost1,785 LC/year2,021 LC/year

Head-to-head comparisons

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) Facelift 2016 2.0 TSI

  • Has 20 hp more
  • Is 63 kg lighter
  • Is 0.8 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
  • Has 8 km/h (5 mph) higher top speed
  • Uses 0.9 L/100 km less fuel
  • Has 21 hp/t better power-to-weight
  • Has 95 km (59 mi) more estimated range

Pros

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
  • Highest top speed
  • Most powerful
  • Lightest
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
  • Best power-to-weight ratio
  • Best estimated range
  • Largest trunk

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TFSI

No measurable advantages in the available data.

Cons

  • Slowest 0-100 km/h
  • Lowest power
  • Highest combined fuel consumption
  • Heaviest
  • Lowest top speed

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