Compare 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $25,990 | $16,260 | $15,125 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $24,686 | $15,685 | $14,368 |
| Destination | $700 | $710 | $750 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | N/A | Dual |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Clock | In-overhead Console | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini | N/A | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpet Front | Rubber Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Manual |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Manual |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Power | N/A | Mechanical |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather/metal-look | Urethane |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 4 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Front Armrests | Center | Driver | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Seats | Bench | 60-40 Split-bench | Full Bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Fixed | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SIRIUS(R) AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Navigation System | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation | N/A |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| 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 | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | N/A | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Manual |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | Optional |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 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) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Composite/galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | N/A | Black | Black |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Convertible Top | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | Lip |
| Rear Step Bumper | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Front Tires | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P185/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P185/60SR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum | 15" Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Rear Window Wipers | N/A | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | SOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | 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 | N/A | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | VSA(R) | N/A |
| Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | Optional | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 4-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.87 | 4.62 | 4.24 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 161.1 " | 161.6 " | 150.6 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 67.9 " | 66.7 " | 66.7 " |
| Exterior Height | 59.1 " | 60.0 " | 60.0 " |
| Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 150 @ 5,000 Rpm | 117 @ 6,600 Rpm | 106 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 170 @ 3,750 Rpm | 106 @ 4,800 Rpm | 103 @ 4,200 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 20 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 28 Mpg | 33 Mpg | 35 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 9.5 Seconds | 8.4 Seconds | 10.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 17.2 Seconds | 16.5 Seconds | 17.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 80 Mph | 87 Mph | 80 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 60 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.25/3.65 " | 2.87/3.52 " | 2.95/3.33 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,248 Lbs. | 2,520 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | 772 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 98.8 " | 98.4 " | 96.9 " |
| Front Track | 59.3 " | 58.1 " | 57.9 " |
| Rear Track | 58.5 " | 57.4 " | 57.5 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 17.2 '' | 15.4 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .37 | N/A | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 39.4 " | 41.3 " | 40.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 31.5 " | 34.5 " | 33.8 " |
| Front Headroom | 40.7 " | 40.4 " | 39.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.2 " | 39.0 " | 37.9 " |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 51.5 " | 50.0 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 51.3 " | 46.7 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 52.8 " | 52.7 " | 51.4 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 42.1 " | 51.3 " | 50.4 " |
| Luggage Volume | 5.0 Cu.ft. | 20.6 Cu.ft. | 9.3 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 5.0 Cu.ft. | 57.3 Cu.ft. | 25.7 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 78 Cu.ft. | 91 Cu.ft. | 84 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 10.6 Gal. | 11.1 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Rear Seat | 3 | N/A | 3 |
| Driver's | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Front Seat | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | marginal |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | poor | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | acceptable | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | poor | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | acceptable | acceptable |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | poor | acceptable | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | acceptable |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | marginal |
