2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is a convertible. It has a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 170 hp (127 kW), with a 6-speed automated manual and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.9 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Volkswagen | Model | Beetle Convertible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2016 | Version / Trim | Volkswagen 2016 Beetle Convertible |
| Body Style | Convertible | Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | Ext. Colour | Candy White, Black, Deep Black Pearl, Tornado Red, Denim Blue, Reflex Silver Metallic, Platinum Gray Metallic, Yellow Rush, Toffee Brown Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (AM-S6) |
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 2,000 cc |
| Power | 170 hp / 127 kW | Torque | 200 Nm / 148 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 7.9 sec | Top Speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 23 mpg city / 30 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,537 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,310 kg (2,888 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2016 CONVERTIBLES
Compared with other 2016 convertibles in our database, its 170 hp is 53% less than the average 2016 convertible (359 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.6 seconds slower than average, and it is 19% lighter than the typical convertible.
| 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible | Average 2016 convertibles | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 170 hp | 359 hp (30 cars) | -53% |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 456 Nm (30 cars) | -56% |
| 0–60 mph | 7.9 s | 5.3 s (29 cars) | +50% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 152 mph (29 cars) | -22% |
| Kerb weight | 1,310 kg | 1,616 kg (30 cars) | -19% |
| Engine size | 2,000 cc | 3,130 cc (30 cars) | -36% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2016 convertibles with similar power to the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible | 170 hp | 7.9 s | 1,310 kg |
| 2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet | 184 hp | 7.0 s | 1,345 kg |