Compare 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle - Details
Pricing | |||
MSRP | $18,900 | $19,330 | $17,450 |
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Invoice | $17,706 | $18,072 | $15,787 |
Destination | $630 | $595 | $550 |
Interior Edit | |||
Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Automatic | Manual |
Air Filter | Standard | Optional | Standard |
Underseat Ducts | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Auxiliary Visors | N/A | N/A | Driver Side |
Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Clock | In-overhead Console | In-radio Display | In-dash |
Cruise Control | Standard | N/A | Optional |
Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Leather |
12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | N/A |
Ashtray | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | N/A | N/A |
Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpet Front | N/A |
Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
Rear Windows | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | Optional |
Instrumentation | Analog | Digital | Analog |
Oil Pressure Gauge | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Trip Computer | N/A | Standard | Optional |
Water Temp Gauge | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Voltage Gauge | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Regular | Delay |
Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
Fuel Door Release | Power | Mechanical | N/A |
Remote Trunk Release | Power | N/A | N/A |
Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Leather/metal-look |
Air Compressor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Seats Edit | |||
Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
Standard Seating | 4 Passengers | 2 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 6-way |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 6-way |
Lumbar Support | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
Front Armrests | Center | N/A | Center |
Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Fixed | Adjustable |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
Rear Seats | Full Bench | N/A | 50-50 Bench |
Rear Head Restraints | 2 - W/tilt | N/A | 2 - Adjustable |
Seat Trim | Leatherette | Cloth | Leatherette |
Entertainment Edit | |||
Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
Cassette Player | N/A | N/A | Optional |
CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | Standard |
MP3 Capability | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Steering Wheel Audio Controls | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
Amplifier | Optional | N/A | Optional |
Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Navigation System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 1 |
Safety and Security Edit | |||
Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | N/A | Tube 1st And 2nd Row |
Occupancy Sensor | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | N/A | N/A |
Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | Front |
Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
Exterior Light Control | N/A | N/A | Auto On/off |
Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Headlight Washer | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | 2 |
Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Parking Assist | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Optional | Standard |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | Standard |
Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Low Tire Pressure Warning | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Overview | |||
Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Hybrid Electrical Components (96 Month/80,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
Warranty Edit | |||
Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
Exterior Edit | |||
Antenna | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
Body Material | Composite/galvanized Steel | Aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
Grille Trim | N/A | N/A | Chrome |
Fog/driving Lights | Front | N/A | Rear |
Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | Optional |
Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | 1st Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
2nd Row Sunroof | N/A | N/A | Fixed Glass With Sunshade |
Spoiler | Lip | N/A | Lip |
Front Tires | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P165/65SR14.0 BSW AS | P175/65HR15.0 BSW AS |
Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 14" Silver Aluminum | 15" Silver Aluminum |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Compact Aluminum | Compact Steel |
Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent |
Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Optional | N/A | Optional |
Rear Window Wipers | N/A | Regular | Fixed Interval |
Fender Flares | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Mechanical Edit | |||
Engine | 1.9L I-4 | Hybrid Electric Motor 1.0L I-3 | 1.6L I-4 |
Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | SOHC | SOHC |
Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | N/A |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum | 4-wheel Disc |
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Brake Assist | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
Engine Block Heater | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Sport |
Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Regular | Gas-pressurized |
Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Regular | Gas-pressurized |
Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Electronic Stability System | Standard | N/A | Optional |
Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | N/A | Steptronic |
Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD |
Axle Ratio | 3.39 | 3.21 | 4.35 |
Specifications Edit | |||
Exterior Length | 161.1 " | 155.1 " | 143.1 " |
Exterior Body Width | 67.9 " | 66.7 " | 66.5 " |
Exterior Height | 59.0 " | 53.3 " | 55.4 " |
Engine | 1.9L I-4 | Hybrid Electric Motor 1.0L I-3 | 1.6L I-4 |
Horsepower | 100 @ 4,000 Rpm | 67 @ 5,700 Rpm | 115 @ 6,000 Rpm |
Torque | 177 @ 1,800 Rpm | 66 @ 4,800 Rpm | 110 @ 4,500 Rpm |
Hybrid System Net Power | N/A | 73 @ 5,700 Rpm | N/A |
Hybrid System Net Torque | N/A | 79 @ 79 Rpm | N/A |
Hybrid Electric Motor 1 Horsepower | N/A | 14 @ 3,000 Rpm | N/A |
Fuel Economy - City | 37 Mpg | 60 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
Fuel Economy - Highway | 44 Mpg | 66 Mpg | 36 Mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 12.5 Seconds | 13.6 Seconds | N/A |
1/4 Mile Time | 18.8 Seconds | 19.6 Seconds | N/A |
1/4 Mile Speed | 71 Mph | 74 Mph | N/A |
Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .8 | .8 |
Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 60 Mph | 60 Mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | 3.13/3.76 " | 2.83/3.21 " | 3.03/3.38 " |
Curb Weight | 3,005 Lbs. | 1,850 Lbs. | 2,524 Lbs. |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 3,340 Lbs. |
Payload | 747 Lbs. | 400 Lbs. | 816 Lbs. |
Wheelbase | 98.7 " | 94.5 " | 97.1 " |
Front Track | 59.4 " | 56.5 " | 57.4 " |
Rear Track | 58.8 " | 52.2 " | 57.7 " |
Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 15.7 '' | 17.4 '' |
Drag Coefficient | .38 | .25 | .35 |
Front Legroom | 39.4 " | 42.9 " | 41.3 " |
Rear Legroom | 33.5 " | N/A | 31.3 " |
Front Headroom | 38.2 " | 38.8 " | 38.8 " |
Rear Headroom | 36.7 " | N/A | 37.6 " |
Front Hip Room | N/A | 48.7 " | N/A |
Front Shoulder Room | 52.8 " | 50.5 " | 50.9 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 49.3 " | N/A | 44.7 " |
Luggage Volume | 12.0 Cu.ft. | 16.3 Cu.ft. | 5.6 Cu.ft. |
Luggage Volume (max) | 27.1 Cu.ft. | 16.3 Cu.ft. | 25.0 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 81 Cu.ft. | 47 Cu.ft. | N/A |
Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 10.6 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. |
Cost To Own | |||
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Passenger's | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Driver's | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 3 | N/A | N/A |
Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Overall Rear | acceptable | N/A | marginal |
Chest | good | N/A | good |
Driver Torso | poor | N/A | marginal |
Rear Passenger Head Protection | acceptable | N/A | good |
Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | N/A | good |
Structure/safety cage | good | N/A | good |
Rear Passenger Torso | good | N/A | good |
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | N/A | good |
Driver Head and Neck | good | N/A | good |
Overall Front | good | N/A | good |
Overall Side | poor | N/A | acceptable |
Left Leg/Foot | good | N/A | good |
Driver Head Protection | good | N/A | good |
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | N/A | good |
Restraints | good | N/A | acceptable |
Driver Pelvis/Leg | poor | N/A | marginal |
Right Leg/Foot | good | N/A | good |
Head/Neck | good | N/A | good |
Dynamic Rating | acceptable | N/A | marginal |