Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5)
Car comparison
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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 (Stage 2)
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2.0 TSI (Stage 1)
Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5)
2.0 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.4 s
- Fastest top speed269 km/h167 mph
- Most powerful330 hp246 kW
- Highest torque543 Nm400 lb-ft
- Lightest1,406 kg3,100 lb
- Best power-to-weight235 hp/t175 kW/t4.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.4 L/100 km28.0 mpg US33.6 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range833 km518 mi
- Largest trunk225 L
- Best overall score62/100
- Best performance score72/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score42/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (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 | 1,406kg3,100lb | 1,406kg3,100lb | 1,406kg3,100lb | 1,406kg3,100lb |
| Gross weight | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb |
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 72.9s99% target: 266 km/h / 165 mph-17.0 s Calculated | 79.0s99% target: 255 km/h / 159 mph-10.9 s Calculated | 82.9s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-6.9 s Calculated | 89.9s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4s-1.6 s | 5.9s-1.0 s | 6.2s-0.7 s | 6.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.2s-10.9 s Calculated | 21.4s-7.7 s Calculated | 23.8s-5.2 s Calculated | 29.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.1s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 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 city | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK | 8.4L/100 km28mpg US33.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 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 |
| Quarter mile | 13.4s-1.5 s Calculated | 14.0s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.3s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 235hp/t175kW/t106hp/1000 lb Calculated | 203hp/t152kW/t92hp/1000 lb Calculated | 185hp/t138kW/t84hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t117kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 386Nm/t258lb-ft/ton Calculated | 336Nm/t225lb-ft/ton Calculated | 304Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated | 249Nm/t167lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi 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 | 1,473mm58in | 1,473mm58in | 1,473mm58in | 1,473mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,540mm100in | 2,540mm100in | 2,540mm100in | 2,540mm100in |
| Front track | 1,578mm62in | 1,578mm62in | 1,578mm62in | 1,578mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,554mm61in | 1,554mm61in | 1,554mm61in | 1,554mm61in |
| Ground clearance | 136mm5in | 136mm5in | 136mm5in | 136mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 225L | 225L | 225L | 225L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 260 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 4,500-6,200 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (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 Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.1 s | 5.6 s | 5.9 s | 6.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.2 s | 6.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.2 s | 21.4 s | 23.8 s | 29.1 s |
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Likely limited |
| 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 | 6.1 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.8 s | 9.2 s | 9.4 s | 9.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.3 s | 11.8 s | 12.1 s | 12.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.4 s | 14.0 s | 14.3 s | 14.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 174 km/h 108 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 162 km/h 100 mph | 154 km/h 96 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW |
Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp has 110 hp more than Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp and Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (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 Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (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 |
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| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp and Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp and Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 260 hp, separated by only 0.4 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 Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 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 Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 235 hp/t 175 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 203 hp/t 152 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 156 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.4 s | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW | 5.9 s | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW | 6.2 s | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW | 6.9 s | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp |
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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 Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (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 Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.9 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 Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | 235 hp/t 175 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | 203 hp/t 152 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI220 hp | 156 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 3)330 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 2)286 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (A5)2.0 TSI (Stage 1)260 hp | VolkswagenBeetle Convertible (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 | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.2 s | 6.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb | 1,406 kg 3,100 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 235 hp/t 175 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 203 hp/t 152 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 156 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 3) 330 hp | Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp | Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 1) 260 hp | Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI 220 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (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 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 31 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
Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (A5) 2.0 TSI (Stage 2) 286 hp
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