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Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 DSG Beetle Equipment — Second Generation

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2 generation · Hatchback 3-door

2011–2017

1.2 DSG

Gasoline · Robotic · FWD

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Performance & powertrain

Top speed
?

The highest speed a vehicle can sustain under manufacturer test conditions. Some cars are electronically limited below their mechanical potential. Glossary entry

180 km/h
Engine type
Gasoline
Transmission
Robotic
Type of boost
?

A turbocharger or supercharger compresses the air entering the engine so a smaller engine can produce more power. Naturally aspirated engines draw air without a compressor. Glossary entry

Turbo
Type of drive
?

Which wheels receive power: front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive can send power to every wheel for extra traction. Glossary entry

FWD
Bore and stroke
?

The diameter of a cylinder (bore) and the distance the piston travels inside it (stroke). Together they determine the displacement of the engine. Glossary entry

Not provided
Engine capacity
?

The total volume swept by all pistons inside the cylinders, usually stated in cubic centimetres or litres. Larger displacement often means more power but higher consumption. Glossary entry

1197 cm³
Engine location
Front, transverse
Number of gears
?

How many fixed forward ratios a gearbox offers. More gears can improve economy and refinement; continuously variable transmissions have no fixed steps. Glossary entry

7
Maximum power
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

105 hp
Maximum power, kw
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

77 kW
Compression ratio
?

The ratio between the largest and smallest volume of a cylinder as the piston moves. Higher ratios improve efficiency but may require higher-octane fuel. Glossary entry

Not provided
Maximum power rpm
5000 rpm
Maximum torque N⋅m
175 N⋅m
Maximum torque rpm
1550 – 4100 rpm
Acceleration to 100
?

The time a vehicle needs to reach 100 km/h from a standstill, a common shorthand for overall performance. Glossary entry

10.9 s
Engine power system
Direct injection (direct)
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
?

The number of intake and exhaust valves in each cylinder. Four valves per cylinder is common and helps the engine breathe at higher speeds. Glossary entry

4
Cylinder arrangement
Inline
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Maximum power ICE
Not provided

Energy & emissions

ECO class
Euro 6
Battery power
Not provided
Fuel grade
95
Mild Hybrid
?

A car with a small electric motor and battery that assist the combustion engine and recover braking energy but cannot drive on electricity alone. Glossary entry

Not provided
Battery type
Not provided
CO2 emissions
?

The amount of carbon dioxide released per kilometre under a standardised test. Lower figures usually go hand in hand with lower fuel consumption. Glossary entry

143 g/km
Full charge home
Not provided
Power consumption
Not provided
Fuel tank capacity
55 l
Full public charging time
Not provided
Driving range, maximum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Driving range, minimum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Fuel consumption city
7.3 l
Average consumption
5.9 l
Fuel consumption highway
5 l

Dimensions & body

Doors number
3
Number of seats
4
Width
1808 mm
Height
1486 mm
Length
4278 mm
Body type
Hatchback 3-door
Wheelbase
?

The distance between the centres of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase usually gives more cabin space and a calmer ride; a shorter one helps agility and parking. Glossary entry

2537 mm
U-turn diameter
Not provided
Depth of the ford to be crossed
Not provided
Body style
Hatchback
Rear track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1554 mm
Trunk volume max
905 l
Trunk volume min
310 l
Front track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1578 mm
Max weight
1780 kg
Curb weight
?

The weight of the vehicle with all standard equipment and fluids but without passengers or cargo. Glossary entry

1307 kg
Ground clearance, maximum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

Not provided
Ground clearance, minimum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

145 mm

Identity & configuration

Body code
A5
Vehicle class
C
Body designation
5C1
Right-hand drive
No

Additional specifications

Stop
2017-01-31
Start
2011-09-01
Wheel size
Not provided
Rear brakes
Disc
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear suspension
Independent, spring
Front suspension
Independent, spring

Trim equipment

Dimensions & body

Number of seats
4

Additional specifications

Driver Assistance Systems
Anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic stability program (ESP), Emergency brake assist (BAS, EBD, EBA), Automatic slip regulation (ASR)
Stop
2017-01-31
View
Daytime running lights, Fog lamp
Suspension and spare wheel
Donut tire
Start
2011-09-01
Airbags
Driver's airbag, Passenger airbag, Side front airbags, Window airbags (curtains)
Isofix
Isofix for the back row
Material
Alloy
Comfort
On-board computer, Start-stop system, Power mirrors, Multifunction steering wheel
Interior
Folding rear seat, Leather gear shift, Leather steering wheel, Power window
Sound
Audio system
Diameter
R16 ″
Multimedia
AUX, 12V
Speakers
4 speakers
Power steering
Active power steering
Air conditioner
Single-zone climate control
Electric heating
Side mirrors
Steering wheel adjustment
Steering wheel height adjustment, Steering wheel reach adjustment
Anti theft system
Keyless central locking, Immobilizer
Seat trim
Fabric seats

Not provided means the source has no value. Zero remains zero. Units are shown as supplied; range test cycles are only stated when known.

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Comfort and Convenience

Single-zone climate control takes one temperature setting from the dial, then the system itself varies blower speed and cooling to hold that figure as conditions change.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Emergency brake assist reacts to a fast pedal push by raising line pressure to full braking, whereas ABS works afterwards, releasing pressure at any wheel that locks.

Multimedia and Connectivity

The 12V outlet carries no sound. It powers accessories such as a phone charger or adapter, so a connected player keeps running throughout a journey.