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2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

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$25,490 - $36,050 Starting MSRP

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Black Uni/Beige Roof

Model Highlights

Fuel Economy

28 MPG Comb.

Body Type

Convertible, Coupe

Transmission

Automatic w/OD

Seatings

4 Seats

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Overview

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Colors

Exterior

Black Uni/Beige Roof

Black Uni/Black Roof

Denim Blue/Beige Roof

Denim Blue/Black Roof

Silk Blue Metallic/Beige Roof

Silk Blue Metallic/Black Roof

Dark Bronze Metallic/Beige Roof

Toffee Brown Metallic/Beige Roof

Platinum Gray Metallic/Black Roof

Habanero Orange Metallic /Black Roof

Tornado Red/Beige Roof

Tornado Red/Black Roof

Reflex Silver Metallic/Black Roof

Moonrock Silver Metallic/Beige Roof

Moonrock Silver Metallic/Black Roof

Pure White/Beige Roof

Pure White/Black Roof

Yellow Rush/Black Roof

Specs

Vehicle

EPA Classification: Subcompact Cars

Engine

Engine Order Code:

Engine Type: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4

Displacement: 1.8 L/110

Fuel System: Gasoline Direct Injection

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 170 @ 4800

SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 184 @ 1500

Transmission

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code:

Trans Type: 6

Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD

Trans Description Cont. Again:

First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.46

Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.50

Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.56

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.14

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.85

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.67

Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.19

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.87

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 28

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 24

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 33

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 330

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 140

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3225

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front: Strut

Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link

Brakes

Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc

Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel

Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.3

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.7

Drum - Rear (Yes or ):

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):

Tires

Front Tire Order Code:

Rear Tire Order Code:

Spare Tire Order Code:

Front Tire Size: P235/45HR18

Rear Tire Size: P235/45HR18

Spare Tire Size: Compact

Wheels

Front Wheel Size (in): 18 X 8

Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 X 8

Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact

Front Wheel Material: Aluminum

Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material: Steel

Steering

Steering Type: Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.4

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 14.5

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase (in): 100

Length, Overall (in): 168.4

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 71.2

Height, Overall (in): 58

Track Width, Front (in): 62.1

Track Width, Rear (in): 61.2

Min Ground Clearance (in): 5.6

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume (ft³): 7.1

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity: 4

Passenger Volume (ft³): 81.4

Front Head Room (in): 39.3

Front Leg Room (in): 41.3

Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.3

Second Head Room (in): 37.6

Second Leg Room (in): 31.4

Second Shoulder Room (in): 43.1

Summary

Vehicle Name: Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

Body Style: Convertible

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 6.3

Pricing

This model has 24 different trims.

MSRP	$30,500
Invoice	$29,280
Description	1.8 L/110, 170 @ 4800, Automatic w/OD

Fuel Economy

This model has 24 different trims.

City	24 MPG
Hwy	33 MPG
Combined	28 MPG
Description	1.8 L/110, 170 @ 4800, Automatic w/OD

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