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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 1.6 (100 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.0 s, reaches a top speed of 178 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, 1720 mm wide, 1500 mm tall, with a 2508 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle 1.6 (100 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.0 s and has a top speed of 178 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen NEW Beetle 9C
Year 1999–2000
Platform VW A Platform / PQ34
Variant 1.6 (100 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 3

Power & torque

Power 100 HP
Power @ max rpm 5600 rpm
Torque 145 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3800 rpm

Performance

Top speed 178 km/h
0–100 km/h 11.0 s
0–62 mph 11.0 s

Engine

Engine code AWH
Displacement 1595 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 77.4 mm
Compression ratio 10
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain ohc
Oil capacity 4.5 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 manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code mq250
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 4081 mm
Width 1720 mm
Height 1500 mm
Wheelbase 2508 mm
Front track 1508 mm
Rear track 1494 mm
Boot space 209 – 770 L
Turning circle 10.9 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1205 kg
Max weight 1630 kg
Max load 425 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 7.5 L/100km
Fuel urban 11.1 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.3 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 195/65 R15; 205/55 R16
Wheel rims 6J x 15; 6.5J x 16
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 12.1 kg/Hp, 83 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.3 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1999
End Of Production 2000

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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