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2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
$25,440 - $32,090Starting MSRP
Deep Black Pearl Metallic/Black Roof
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
29 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Convertible, Coupe
Seatings
4 Seats
Overview
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Exterior
Deep Black Pearl Metallic/Black Roof
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Specs
EPA Classification: Subcompact Cars
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement: 2.0 L/121
Fuel System: Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 174 @ 5000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 184 @ 1500
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.46
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.51
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.56
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.14
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.85
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.67
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.19
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.23
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 29
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 26
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 34
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 330
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 140
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3272
Suspension Type - Front: Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.3
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/45HR18
Rear Tire Size: P235/45HR18
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 X 8
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 X 8
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.4
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 14.5
Wheelbase (in): 100.1
Length, Overall (in): 168.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 71.7
Height, Overall (in): 58.7
Track Width, Front (in): 62.1
Track Width, Rear (in): 61.1
Min Ground Clearance (in): 6.3
Trunk Volume (ft³): 7.1
Passenger Capacity: 4
Passenger Volume (ft³): 81.4
Front Head Room (in): 39.3
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Second Head Room (in): 37.6
Second Leg Room (in): 31.4
Second Shoulder Room (in): 43.1
Vehicle Name: Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Body Style: Convertible
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 6.0
Pricing
This model has 4 different trims.
MSRP
$32,090
Invoice
$30,807
Description
2.0 L/121, 174 @ 5000, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 4 different trims.
City
26 MPG
Hwy
34 MPG
Combined
29 MPG
Description
2.0 L/121, 174 @ 5000, Automatic w/OD
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