The Comparative Analysis :
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI (14 - 16) vs. VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4 (05 - 10)
€ 39,400
€ 22,100
€ 39,400
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,100
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI is 11.5 inches longer, 2.8 inches wider and 3.7 inches lower than the VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4.
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
55.5
70.6
77.2
59.1
67.8
74.7
70.6 in
Width
67.8 in
77.2 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
74.7 in
55.5 in
Height
59.1 in
102.2
174.1
99.1
162.6
174.1 in
Length
162.6 in
102.2 in
Wheelbase
99.1 in
Vehicle Weight
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
3406 lb
Curb Weight
2978 lb
4343 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3858 lb
Weight Difference:
428 lb
12.57 %
General
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
8V
Generation
9C
Convertible
Car Body Style
Convertible
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
CUPA, CUNA
Engine Code
*BCA*
4
Valves
2
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
181 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
74 hp
at 5000 rpm
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
181 hp
74 hp
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
280 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
93 lb‑ft
at 3800 rpm
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
280 lb‑ft
93 lb‑ft
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
Performance
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
150 mph
Maximum Speed
99 mph
7.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
15.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
361 ft
0.000 sec
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
712 ft
0.000 sec
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
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18.82 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
40.24 lb/hp
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
18.82 lb/hp
40.24 lb/hp
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
Fuel Economy
53 mpg
combined
33 mpg
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
53 mpg
33 mpg
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
44 mpg
city
25 mpg
No data
highway
41 mpg
13.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
706 mi
Range
482 mi
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
706 mi
482 mi
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
Environmental Impact
90.4 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
134.5 kWh
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
90.4 kWh
134.5 kWh
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4
188 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
275 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Audi A3 Convertible 2.0 TDI
VW New Beetle Convertible 1.4
2
Doors
2
4
No. of Seats
4
937 lb
Maximum Payload
880 lb
9.1 cu ft
Trunk Volume
5.7 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
