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SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle

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Engine: 2.0-liter sohc 8-valve inline-4
Engine Options: 115-hp 2.0-liter sohc 8-valve inline-4; 150-hp 1.8-liter dohc 20-valve turbocharged inline-4; 180-hp 1.8-liter dohc 20-valve turbocharged inline-4; 100-hp 1.9-liter sohc 8-valve turbocharged diesel inline-4
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 6-speed automatic with Tiptronic
Standard Safety Equipment: dual front airbags with dual-stage activation; dual side-impact airbags with head/thorax protection; active head restraints; safety-belt tensioning and load-limiting; rear-seat LATCH system tether anchor points for child safety seat; ABS
Optional Safety Equipment: electronic stability control; traction control
Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled In: Puebla, Mexico
Model Tested: Volkswagen Beetle Convertible GLS ($23,040)
Standard Equipment: air conditioning, Monsoon premium AM/FM/cassette stereo with ten speakers, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks with keyless remote control, cruise control, tilt and telescopic adjustable steering column, anti-theft alarm system, rear window defroster, pollen/odor filter, bud vase, plastic daisy, front center armrest; power top
Options as Tested: Leather Package ($900) includes partial leather seating surfaces, leather steering wheel, shift knob and grip, heated front seats and heated washer nozzles; wind blocker ($250); ESP Electronic Stability Program ($280)
Destination Charge: 575
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Layout: front-wheel drive
Horsepower: 115 @ 5400
Torque: 125 @ 3200
Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 24/30
Wheelbase: 98.8 inches
Length/Width/Height in Inches: 161.1/67.9/59.1 inches
Track Front/Rear: 59.3/58.5 inches
Turning Cycle: 35.8 feet
Seating Capacity: 4 people
Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.7/NA/39.4 inches
Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches
Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 37.2/NA/31.5 inches
Trunk Volume: 5 cubic feet
Payload:
Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Ground Clearance: 4.7 inches
Curb Weight: 3082 pounds
Towing Capacity: pounds
Tires: 205/55HR16
Brakes: disc/disc with ABS
Fuel Capacity: 14.5 14.5 Gallons

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