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 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.2 s
- Fastest top speed266 km/h165 mph
- Most powerful330 hp246 kW
- Highest torque543 Nm400 lb-ft
- Lightest1,320 kg2,910 lb
- Best power-to-weight250 hp/t186 kW/t4.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.3 L/100 km28.3 mpg US34.0 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions150 g/km
- Best estimated range846 km526 mi
- Largest trunk310 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score72/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score61/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp |
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| Power | 330hp246kW+110 hp | 286hp213kW+66 hp | 260hp194kW+40 hp | 220hp164kW |
| Torque | 543Nm400lb-ft+193 Nm | 473Nm348lb-ft+123 Nm | 427Nm315lb-ft+77 Nm | 350Nm258lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb |
| Gross weight | 1,840kg4,057lb | 1,840kg4,057lb | 1,840kg4,057lb | 1,840kg4,057lb |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | 233 km/h 145 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 64.5s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-14.8 s Calculated | 69.7s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-9.6 s Calculated | 73.1s99% target: 243 km/h / 151 mph-6.2 s Calculated | 79.3s99% target: 231 km/h / 143 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2s-1.5 s | 5.7s-1.0 s | 6.0s-0.7 s | 6.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.2s-11.8 s Calculated | 20.5s-8.5 s Calculated | 23.2s-5.8 s Calculated | 29.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.4s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.3L/100 km28.3mpg US34.0mpg UK | 8.3L/100 km28.3mpg US34.0mpg UK | 8.3L/100 km28.3mpg US34.0mpg UK | 8.3L/100 km28.3mpg US34.0mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.3s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 250hp/t186kW/t113hp/1000 lb Calculated | 217hp/t162kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 197hp/t147kW/t89hp/1000 lb Calculated | 167hp/t124kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 411Nm/t275lb-ft/ton Calculated | 358Nm/t240lb-ft/ton Calculated | 323Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated | 265Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 846km526mi Calculated | 846km526mi Calculated | 846km526mi Calculated | 846km526mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu 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 | 150g/km | 150g/km | 150g/km | 150g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 260 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.7 s | 6.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.2 s | 20.5 s | 23.2 s | 29.0 s |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | 233 km/h 145 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.9 s | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.7 s | 9.1 s | 9.3 s | 9.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.3 s | 13.8 s | 14.2 s | 14.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 177 km/h 110 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph | 155 km/h 97 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW |
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp has 110 hp more than Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp: 110 hp (82 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 233 km/h 145 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 5.2 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 5.7 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 6.0 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 6.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 260 hp, separated by only 0.3 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 250 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 217 hp/t 162 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 197 hp/t 147 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 846 km 526 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 846 km 526 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 846 km 526 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 846 km 526 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.2 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW | 5.7 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW | 6.0 s | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW | 6.7 s | 233 km/h 145 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 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 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.7 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)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 250 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 217 hp/t 162 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 197 hp/t 147 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 330 hp 246 kW | 286 hp 213 kW | 260 hp 194 kW | 220 hp 164 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | 233 km/h 145 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 846 km 526 mi | 846 km 526 mi | 846 km 526 mi | 846 km 526 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 150 g/km | 150 g/km | 150 g/km | 150 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 | 250 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 217 hp/t 162 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 197 hp/t 147 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 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 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 260 hp | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp
- Has 44 hp more
- Has 70 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 33 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 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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