Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)

21% Neofiliac
Keywords: convertibledohcfwdmacpherson-strutmanual-transmissionsohcsubcompactturbochargedvolkswagen

Product Gallery

Photo 0of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 1of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 2of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 3of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 4of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 5of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 6of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 7of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)Photo 8of Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet Convertible (2002-2010)

Product Overview

Volkswagen New Beetle Cabriolet is an affordable subcompact convertible in production from 2002 to 2010. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.4 to 2.0 liters.
While the hatchback version of the New Beetle has the curious design that makes it hard to tell its front from the rear, the Cabriolet makes it less a problem, as the rear no longer has a sweeping window. Arguably, even though the car remains ugly, it may just be ugly enough to have become interesting and beloved by some.
Thankfully, VW only put a single diesel engine in the car, though many in Europe rushed to it, defeating the purpose of a convertible.
Owners may find that at speed the vehicle consumes a lot more than the numbers indicate, thanks to a disappointing 0.37 coefficient of drag to show for it. Utility-minded owners will have to keep in mind that the 270L (10cu-ft) cargo space may not be sufficient.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 21% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • So ugly it can be unforgettable
Cons
  • Slow and sluggish
  • No powerful engine options
  • High 0.37 drag coefficient
  • No independent rear suspensions
  • Low cargo capacity

Find Related Products

Specifications

1.41.6 1021.8 Turbo1.9 TDI 1011.9 TDI 1052.0 AT2.0

Capacity

Cargo Capacity270 L / 9.5 cu-ft270 L / 9.5 cu-ft270 L / 9.5 cu-ft201 L / 7.1 cu-ft270 L / 9.5 cu-ft270 L / 9.5 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity6.0 L / 6.3 qt5.0 L / 5.3 qt5.0 L / 5.3 qt6.0 L / 6.3 qt6.0 L / 6.3 qt5.0 L / 5.3 qt5.0 L / 5.3 qt
Engine Oil Capacity3.5 L / 3.7 qt4.5 L / 4.8 qt4.5 L / 4.8 qt4.5 L / 4.8 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt
Fuel Capacity55.0 L / 14.5 gal
Passengers4
Payload437 kg / 963 lbs448 kg / 988 lbs467 kg / 1030 lbs390 kg / 860 lbs489 kg / 1078 lbs446 kg / 983 lbs446 kg / 983 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearDisc
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearTorsionTorsionTorsionTorsionSemi-independent, coil springTorsionTorsion
Tire Size195/65 R15195/65 R15205/55 R16205/55 R16195/65 R15205/55 R16205/55 R16

Construction

Body Style2-door Convertible

Dimensions

Ground Clearance130 mm / 5.1 in
Size | Height1502 mm / 59.1 in
Size | Length4081 mm / 160.7 in4081 mm / 160.7 in4081 mm / 160.7 in4081 mm / 160.7 in4129 mm / 162.6 in4081 mm / 160.7 in4081 mm / 160.7 in
Size | Width1724 mm / 67.9 in1724 mm / 67.9 in1724 mm / 67.9 in1724 mm / 67.9 in1721 mm / 67.8 in1724 mm / 67.9 in1724 mm / 67.9 in
Track Width | Front1506.0 mm / 59.3 in1506.0 mm / 59.3 in1506.0 mm / 59.3 in1506.0 mm / 59.3 in1507.0 mm / 59.3 in1506.0 mm / 59.3 in1506.0 mm / 59.3 in
Track Width | Rear1487.0 mm / 58.5 in
Weight1263.0 kg / 2784.4 lbs1292.0 kg / 2848.4 lbs1381.0 kg / 3044.6 lbs1350.0 kg / 2976.2 lbs1351.0 kg / 2978.4 lbs1324.0 kg / 2918.9 lbs1324.0 kg / 2918.9 lbs
Wheel Size6J x 156J x 156.5J x 166.5J x 1615 in6.5J x 166.5J x 16
Wheelbase2509 mm / 98.8 in2509 mm / 98.8 in2509 mm / 98.8 in2509 mm / 98.8 in2516 mm / 99.1 in2509 mm / 98.8 in2509 mm / 98.8 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h15.6 sec12.3 sec9.3 sec12.4 sec12.0 sec12.9 sec11.7 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph14.8 sec11.7 sec8.8 sec11.8 sec11.4 sec12.3 sec11.1 sec
CO2 Emission171 g/km145 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.370.370.370.380.370.37
Fuel Economy7.1 L/100km / 33.1 MPG (combined) | 9.5 L/100km / 24.8 MPG (urban) | 5.8 L/100km / 40.6 MPG (highway)7.7 L/100km / 30.5 MPG (combined) | 10.5 L/100km / 22.4 MPG (urban) | 6.0 L/100km / 39.2 MPG (highway)8.2 L/100km / 28.7 MPG (combined) | 11.1 L/100km / 21.2 MPG (urban) | 6.5 L/100km / 36.2 MPG (highway)5.5 L/100km / 42.8 MPG (combined) | 7.0 L/100km / 33.6 MPG (urban) | 4.6 L/100km / 51.1 MPG (highway)5.5 L/100km / 42.8 MPG (combined) | 6.9 L/100km / 34.1 MPG (urban) | 4.7 L/100km / 50.0 MPG (highway)9.2 L/100km / 25.6 MPG (combined) | 13.3 L/100km / 17.7 MPG (urban) | 6.9 L/100km / 34.1 MPG (highway)8.8 L/100km / 26.7 MPG (combined) | 12.0 L/100km / 19.6 MPG (urban) | 6.9 L/100km / 34.1 MPG (highway)
Top Speed161.0 km/h / 100.0 mph179.0 km/h / 111.2 mph202.0 km/h / 125.5 mph177.0 km/h / 110.0 mph179.0 km/h / 111.2 mph181.0 km/h / 112.5 mph185.0 km/h / 115.0 mph
Towing Capacity600 kg / 1323 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1000 kg / 2205 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveRear-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (longitudinal), Front-wheel driveFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 4
EngineBCAAYD, BFSAGUATD, AXR, BEWBSWAZJ, BDC, BEJ, BER, BEV, BGD, BHPAZJ, BDC, BEJ, BER, BEV, BGD, BHP
Engine | Bore76.5 mm / 3.0 in81.0 mm / 3.2 in81.0 mm / 3.2 in79.5 mm / 3.1 in79.5 mm / 3.1 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.0:110.5:19.5:119.0:119.0:110.3:110.3:1
Engine | Displacement1.4 L / 84.8 cu-in / 1390.0 cc1.6 L / 97.3 cu-in / 1595.0 cc1.8 L / 108.7 cu-in / 1781.0 cc1.9 L / 115.7 cu-in / 1896.0 cc1.9 L / 115.7 cu-in / 1896.0 cc2.0 L / 121.1 cu-in / 1984.0 cc2.0 L / 121.1 cu-in / 1984.0 cc
Engine | Power75.0 hp / 55.9 kW @ 5000 rpm102.0 hp / 76.1 kW @ 5600 rpm150.0 hp / 111.9 kW @ 5700 rpm101.0 hp / 75.3 kW @ 4000 rpm105.0 hp / 78.3 kW @ 4000 rpm115.0 hp / 85.8 kW @ 5400 rpm115.0 hp / 85.8 kW @ 5400 rpm
Engine | Specific Output54.0 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in63.9 hp/L / 1.0 hp/cu-in84.2 hp/L / 1.4 hp/cu-in53.3 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in55.4 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in58.0 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in58.0 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke75.6 mm / 3.0 in77.4 mm / 3.0 in86.4 mm / 3.4 in95.5 mm / 3.8 in95.5 mm / 3.8 in92.8 mm / 3.7 in92.8 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Torque126 Nm / 92.9 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm148 Nm / 109.2 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm210 Nm / 154.9 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm240 Nm / 177.0 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm240 Nm / 177.0 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm172 Nm / 126.9 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm172 Nm / 126.9 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-4 engine with 2 values per cylinderTurbocharged multi-port injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 5 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 2 values per cylinderTurbocharged diesel inline-4 SOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-4 engine with 2 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-4 engine with 2 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears5-speed5-speed5-speed5-speed5-speed4-speed5-speed
Transmission | TypeManualManualManualManualManualAutomaticManual

Production

Availability2003 ~ 20102003 ~ 20102004 ~ 20102003 ~ 20052005 ~ 20062002 ~ 20102002 ~ 2010

Related Products

Volkswagen Beetle A5 Cabriolet Convertible (2012-2018)

Volkswagen Beetle A5 Cabriolet Convertible (2012-2018)

39% Neofiliac
Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet (Type A5) is a subcompact convertible in production from 2012 to 2018. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.2 to 2.0 liters. Compared to the New Beetle that preceded it, the A5 Beetle Cabriolet ...
Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet (AC7) Convertible Crossover (2019)

Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet (AC7) Convertible Crossover (2019)

3% Neofiliac43% External
Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet (chassis code AC7) is an affordable subcompact convertible crossover in production from 2019. It is available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.0 to 1.5 liters. Unfortunately, while the T-Roc is an ugly and us...
Fiat 500C Convertible (2009-2015)

Fiat 500C Convertible (2009-2015)

17% Neofiliac59% External
Fiat 500C is an entry-level subcompact convertible in production from 2009 to 2015. It was available with a range of inline-2 and inline-4 engines that displaced 0.9 to 1.4 liters. Based on the Fiat 500 hatchback, the 500C has a flimsy folding soft top...
Citroen C3 Pluriel Convertible (2003-2010)

Citroen C3 Pluriel Convertible (2003-2010)

25% Neofiliac
Citroen C3 Pluriel is an entry-level subcompact convertible in production from 2003 to 2010. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.1 to 1.6 liters. Based on the Citroen C3, the Pluriel can offer three ways of open-top drivi...
Opel Astra G Cabrio / Chevrolet Astra / Vauxhall Astra (T98) Convertible (2000-2005)

Opel Astra G Cabrio / Chevrolet Astra / Vauxhall Astra (T98) Convertible (2000-2005)

24% Neofiliac
Opel Astra G Cabrio (chassis code T98) is an affordable subcompact convertible in production from 2000 to 2005. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.6 to 2.2 liters. GM also sold the car as Chevrolet Astra, Holden Astra, o...
Peugeot 207 CC Convertible (2006-2015)

Peugeot 207 CC Convertible (2006-2015)

16% Neofiliac
Peugeot 207 CC is an entry-level subcompact convertible in production from 2006 to 2015. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.6 liters. Compared to the 206 CC that preceded it, the 207 CC is just an evolution with roughly ...
Volkswagen Golf 6 Cabriolet (5K) Convertible (2011-2016)

Volkswagen Golf 6 Cabriolet (5K) Convertible (2011-2016)

30% Neofiliac
Volkswagen Golf Mk6 Cabriolet (Type 5K) is a compact convertible in production from 2011 to 2016. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.2 to 2.0 liters. Based on the Mk6 VW Golf, the Cabriolet, like all convertibles based o...
Volkswagen Eos Convertible (2006-2015)

Volkswagen Eos Convertible (2006-2015)

55% Neofiliac
Volkswagen Eos is a compact hardtop convertible in production from 2006 to 2015. It was available with a range of inline-4 and VR6 engines that displaced 1.4 to 3.6 liters. Sharing its underpinnings with the Mk5 VW Golf, the Eos is a rare hardtop conve...
Audi A3 (8P7) Cabriolet Convertible (2008-2013)

Audi A3 (8P7) Cabriolet Convertible (2008-2013)

33% Neofiliac
Audi A3 Cabriolet (Type 8P7) is an affordable compact convertible in production from 2008 to 2013. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.2 to 2.0 liters. Based on the A3 hatchback, the Cabriolet is, like all hatchback-based...
Mini R57 Convertible (2009-2015)

Mini R57 Convertible (2009-2015)

27% Neofiliac
Mini Convertible Mk2 (chassis code R57) is an affordable subcompact convertible in production from 2009 to 2015. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.6 to 2.0 liters. Compared to the original R52 Mini Convertible, the R57 ...
Opel Tigra B TwinTop / Vauxhall Tigra Convertible (2004-2009)

Opel Tigra B TwinTop / Vauxhall Tigra Convertible (2004-2009)

11% Neofiliac
Opel Tigra B TwinTop is an entry-level subcompact hardtop convertible in production from 2004 to 2009. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.2 to 1.8 liters. Introduced at a time of a new wave of hardtop convertibles (start...
Peugeot 206 CC Convertible (2000-2007)

Peugeot 206 CC Convertible (2000-2007)

11% Neofiliac
Peugeot 206 CC is an entry-level subcompact hardtop convertible in production from 2000 to 2007. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.6 to 2.0 liters. One of the cheapest hardtop convertibles on the market when it came on ...
Launch Comparison
Clear List

User Reviews

Comments

Please login before adding comments.

This page contains affiliate links to third-party merchants such as Amazon, eBay, and Rakuten. When you make a purchase using the supplied links, we will receive a commission.

Scores are not directly comparable across industries.

<

>

x