Volkswagen NEW Beetle Convertible (2002–2005)
The Volkswagen NEW Beetle Convertible was offered with 6 engine versions (5 gasoline, 1 diesel), from 75 to 150 hp, built 2002–2005.
EnlargeProduction years2002–2005
Body styleConvertible
Doors4
Length160.7 in (4,081 mm)
Width67.9 in (1,724 mm)
Height59.1 in (1,502 mm)
Cargo volume9.5 cu ft (270 l)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)
All Volkswagen NEW Beetle Convertible engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 i (115 hp) Automatic | 2002–2005 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 127 lb-ft (172 Nm) | 12.9 s | 112 mph (181 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0i (115 hp) | 2002–2005 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 127 lb-ft (172 Nm) | 11.7 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.4i 16V (75 hp) | 2003–2005 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 93 lb-ft (126 Nm) | 15.6 s | 100 mph (161 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6i (102 hp) | 2003–2005 | Gasoline | 102 hp (75 kW) | 109 lb-ft (148 Nm) | 12.3 s | 111 mph (179 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 TDI (101 hp) | 2003–2005 | Diesel | 101 hp (74 kW) | 177 lb-ft (240 Nm) | 12.4 s | 110 mph (177 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8i Turbo (150 hp) | 2004–2005 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 9.3 s | 126 mph (202 km/h) | Front-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.