Volkswagen Beetle (A5, facelift 2016) 2.0 TDI (110 hp) DSG

Diesel engine with 110 hp (81 kW) and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm), built 2016–2018, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Beetle (A5, facelift 2016) has 2 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power110 hp (81 kW)
Torque184 lb-ft (250 Nm)
0–62 mph11 s
Top speed113 mph (182 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.0 TDI (110 hp) DSG
Engine codeCUAA
Displacement2.0 L (1,968 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio16-8
Bore81 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity5.0 qt (4.7 l)
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power110 hp (81 kW) @ 3500 rpm
Torque184 lb-ft (250 Nm) @ 1500-3000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)11 s
Top speed113 mph (182 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City48 mpg (4.9-5.0 l/100 km)
Highway53 mpg (4.4-4.5 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions185 g/mi (115-117 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 6
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors4
Length168.8 in (4,288 mm)
Width71.9 in (1,825 mm)
Height58.6 in (1,488 mm)
Curb weight2,910 lb (1,320 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,101 lb (1,860 kg)
Cargo volume10.9 cu ft (310 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link, coil spring, stabilizer bar
Tires215/60 R16
Wheels6.5J x 16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Beetle with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Volkswagen Beetle (A5, facelift 2016) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.2 TSI (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.2 TSI (105 hp) DSGGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.4 TSI (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.4 TSI (150 hp) DSGGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 TDI (110 hp)Diesel110 hp (81 kW)
2.0 TDI (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 TDI (150 hp) DSGDiesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 TSI (220 hp)Gasoline220 hp (162 kW)
2.0 TSI (220 hp) DSGGasoline220 hp (162 kW)

← All Volkswagen Beetle (A5, facelift 2016) engines

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