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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 1.4 TSI (150 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.7 s, reaches a top speed of 203 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 1.4 TSI (150 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.7 s and has a top speed of 203 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Beetle A5
Year 2014–2016
Platform VW A Platform / PQ35
Variant 1.4 TSI (150 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 3
Emission standard Euro 6

Power & torque

Power 150 HP
Power @ min rpm 5000 rpm
Power @ max rpm 6000 rpm
Torque 250 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 1500 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 3500 rpm

Performance

Top speed 203 km/h
0–100 km/h 8.7 s
0–62 mph 8.7 s

Engine

Engine code CZDA
Displacement 1390 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Turbocharger Intercooler
Oil capacity 4.0 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 mq250
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 1347 kg
Max weight 1790 kg
Max load 443 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 5.8 L/100km
Fuel urban 7.1 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.0 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 134 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; 215/55 R17; 235/45 R18
Wheel rims 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17; 8J x 18
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 9 kg/Hp, 111.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 5.4 kg/Nm, 185.6 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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