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Volkswagen Beetle A5 (2011–2018) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.2 TSI | 6 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.2 TSI DSG | 6 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.2 TSI DSG | 6 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.4 TSI DSG | 6 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.4 TSI DSG | 6 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TDI DSG | 5 | 110 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TDI DSG | 6 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TFSI DSG | 6 | 200 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TSI DSG | 6 | 220 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.5 Tiptronic | 6 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volkswagen Beetle A5 overview
The Volkswagen Beetle (A5) is the 2nd generation of the Beetle, built from 2011 to 2018. It is offered as a Hatchback with 9 engines (petrol, diesel), from 105 HP to 220 HP. The 2.0 TSI (220 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 s, reaches a top speed of 233 km/h and is 4288 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Beetle have?
The Volkswagen Beetle (A5) has 105 HP to 220 HP, depending on the engine: 1.2 Ea111 (105 HP), 1.2 TSI (105 HP), 1.2 Ea211 (105 HP), 2.0 Ea288 (110 HP), 2.0 Ea288 (150 HP), 1.4 Ea211 (150 HP), 2.5 Ea855 (170 HP), 2.0 Ea888 (200 HP), 2.0 Ea888 (220 HP).
What engines are available for the Volkswagen Beetle?
The Volkswagen Beetle is available with 9 engines: 1.2 Ea111 (105 HP, petrol), 1.2 TSI (105 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ea211 (105 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea288 (110 HP, diesel), 2.0 Ea288 (150 HP, diesel), 1.4 Ea211 (150 HP, petrol), 2.5 Ea855 (170 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea888 (200 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea888 (220 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Beetle?
The Volkswagen Beetle is 4288 mm long, 1825 mm wide, 1488 mm tall, with a 2524 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volkswagen Beetle?
The Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TSI (220 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 s and has a top speed of 233 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Beetle A5 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2016–2018 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / PQ35 |
| Variant | 2.0 TSI (220 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 3 |
| Emission standard | Euro 6 |
Power & torque
| Power | 220 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ min rpm | 4500 rpm |
| Power @ max rpm | 6200 rpm |
| Torque | 350 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 1500 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4400 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 233 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.7 s |
| 0–62 mph | 6.7 s |
Engine
| Engine code | CHHB |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1984 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 82.5 mm |
| Stroke | 92.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Direct Injection And Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Turbocharger Intercooler |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 L |
| Coolant | 10.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
| Engine systems | Start Stop System |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 6 |
| Gearbox code | mq350 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4288 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1825 mm |
| Height | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2524 mm |
| Front track | 1571 mm |
| Rear track | 1543 mm |
| Boot space | 310 – 905 L |
| Ground clearance | 136 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1351 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1840 kg |
| Max load | 489 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined (NEDC) | 6.6 L/100km |
|---|---|
| CO₂ (NEDC) | 152 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Spring Suspension With Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tire size | 215/55 R17; 235/45 R18; 235/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims | 7J x 17; 8J x 18; 8J x 19 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 6.1 kg/Hp, 162.8 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 3.9 kg/Nm, 259.1 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 50 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2016 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2018 |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2021 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.