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Volkswagen Beetle Typ 9C (1997–2010) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1997 - 2010 Typ 9C Cabriolet
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Volkswagen Beetle Typ 9C overview

The Volkswagen Beetle (Typ 9C) is the 1st generation of the Beetle, built from 1997 to 2010. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 10 engines (petrol, diesel), from 75 HP to 224 HP. The 1.4i 16V (75 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.6 s, reaches a top speed of 161 km/h and is 4081 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Beetle have?

The Volkswagen Beetle (Typ 9C) has 75 HP to 224 HP, depending on the engine: 1.4 Ea111 (75 HP), 1.9 Tdi (90 HP), 1.6 Ea113 (100 HP), 1.9 Tdi (101 HP), 1.6 Ea113 (102 HP), 1.9 Tdi (105 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (115 HP), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP), 2.3 Vr5 (170 HP), 3.2 Vr6 (224 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle is available with 10 engines: 1.4 Ea111 (75 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea113 (100 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (101 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea113 (102 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (105 HP, diesel), 2.0 Ea113 (115 HP, petrol), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP, petrol), 2.3 Vr5 (170 HP, petrol), 3.2 Vr6 (224 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle is 4081 mm long, 1724 mm wide, 1502 mm tall, with a 2509 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle 1.4i 16V (75 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.6 s and has a top speed of 161 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen NEW Beetle Convertible
Year 2003–2005
Platform VW A Platform / PQ34
Variant 1.4i 16V (75 Hp)
Body type cabriolet
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 2

Power & torque

Power 75 HP
Power @ max rpm 5000 rpm
Torque 126 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3800 rpm

Performance

Top speed 161 km/h
0–100 km/h 15.6 s
0–62 mph 15.6 s

Engine

Engine code BCA
Displacement 1390 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 76.5 mm
Stroke 75.6 mm
Compression ratio 10.5
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 3.2 L
Coolant 5.5 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 5
Gearbox code mq250
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 4081 mm
Width 1724 mm
Height 1502 mm
Wheelbase 2509 mm
Front track 1506 mm
Rear track 1487 mm
Boot space 270 L
Ground clearance 130 mm

Mass

Kerb weight 1263 kg
Max weight 1700 kg
Max load 437 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 7.1 L/100km
Fuel urban 9.5 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.8 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Spring Strut
Rear suspension torsion
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 195/65 R15
Wheel rims 6J x 15
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 16.8 kg/Hp, 59.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 10 kg/Nm, 99.8 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2003
End Of Production 2005

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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