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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 2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.9 s, reaches a top speed of 175 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, 1725 mm wide, 1500 mm tall, with a 2508 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.9 s and has a top speed of 175 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen NEW Beetle 9C
Year 1997–2005
Platform VW A Platform / PQ34
Variant 2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 3

Power & torque

Power 115 HP
Power @ max rpm 5200 rpm
Torque 170 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 2400 rpm

Performance

Top speed 175 km/h
0–100 km/h 10.9 s
0–62 mph 10.9 s

Engine

Engine code AZJ
Displacement 1984 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Compression ratio 10
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain ohc
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 5.0 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 torque_converter
Gears 4
Gearbox code 01m
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 4081 mm
Width 1725 mm
Height 1500 mm
Wheelbase 2508 mm
Front track 1508 mm
Rear track 1494 mm
Boot space 209 – 525 L
Turning circle 10.9 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1402 kg
Max weight 1675 kg
Max load 273 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 8.7 L/100km
Fuel urban 11.8 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.9 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Coil Spring
Rear suspension Coil Spring
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 205/55 R16
Wheel rims 6.5J x 16
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 12.2 kg/Hp, 82 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 8.2 kg/Nm, 121.3 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1997
End Of Production 2005

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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