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Volkswagen Beetle A5 (2011–2018) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 2011 - 2018 A5 Hatchback
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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 1.2 TSI (105 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.9 s, reaches a top speed of 180 km/h and is 4278 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 4278 mm long, 1808 mm wide, 1486 mm tall, with a 2537 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI (105 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.9 s and has a top speed of 180 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Beetle A5
Year 2014–2016
Platform VW A Platform / PQ35
Variant 1.2 TSI (105 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 3
Emission standard Euro 6

Power & torque

Power 105 HP
Power @ min rpm 5000 rpm
Power @ max rpm 5500 rpm
Torque 175 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 1400 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 4000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 180 km/h
0–100 km/h 10.9 s
0–62 mph 10.9 s

Engine

Engine code CBZB
Displacement 1197 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 71.0 mm
Stroke 75.6 mm
Compression ratio 10
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Turbocharger Intercooler
Oil capacity 3.6 L
Coolant 5.6 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

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 mq200
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 4278 mm
Width 1808 mm
Height 1486 mm
Wheelbase 2537 mm
Front track 1578 mm
Rear track 1544 mm
Boot space 310 – 905 L
Ground clearance 136 mm
Turning circle 10.8 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1316 kg
Max weight 1760 kg
Max load 444 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 5.5 L/100km
Fuel urban 6.7 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 4.8 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 128 g/km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson
Rear suspension Semi Independent Coil Spring
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 215/60 R16; 235/45 R18
Wheel rims 6.5J x 16; 8J x 18
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 12.5 kg/Hp, 79.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 7.5 kg/Nm, 133 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 50 kg

Other

Start Of Production 2014
End Of Production 2016
Width Including Mirrors 2021

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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