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Volkswagen Beetle Typ 9C (1997–2010) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1997 - 2010 Typ 9C Hatchback
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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 Hatchback with 10 engines (petrol, diesel), from 75 HP to 224 HP. The 1.4 (75 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.6 s, reaches a top speed of 161 km/h and is 4129 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 4129 mm long, 1721 mm wide, 1498 mm tall, with a 2515 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle 1.4 (75 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.6 s and has a top speed of 161 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen NEW Beetle 9C facelift
Year 2005–2010
Platform VW A Platform / PQ34
Variant 1.4 (75 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 3
Emission standard Euro 4

Power & torque

Power 75 HP
Power @ max rpm 5000 rpm
Torque 126 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3300 rpm

Performance

Top speed 161 km/h
0–100 km/h 14.6 s
0–62 mph 14.6 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 6.7 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 4129 mm
Width 1721 mm
Height 1498 mm
Wheelbase 2515 mm
Front track 1507 mm
Rear track 1487 mm
Boot space 209 – 769 L
Ground clearance 130 mm

Mass

Kerb weight 1182 kg
Max weight 1650 kg
Max load 468 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 7.1 L/100km
Fuel urban 9.4 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.8 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 169 g/km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson
Rear suspension Semi Independent Coil Spring
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Tire size 195/65 R15
Wheel rims 15
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 15.8 kg/Hp, 63.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 9.4 kg/Nm, 106.6 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 50 kg

Other

Start Of Production 2005
End Of Production 2010

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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