The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG Automatic (05 - 09) vs. VW Beetle 1.6 TDI DSG (12 - 14)
€ 21,900
€ 22,100
€ 21,900
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 slightly. The Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG is 0.7 inches longer, 3.3 inches narrower and 1.6 inches lower than the VW Beetle 1.6 TDI.
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
56.9
67.9
78.1
58.5
71.2
79.6
67.9 in
Width
71.2 in
78.1 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.6 in
56.9 in
Height
58.5 in
102.4
169.1
99.9
168.4
169.1 in
Length
168.4 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
99.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
2877 lb
Curb Weight
3000 lb
3759 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3858 lb
Weight Difference:
123 lb
4.1 %
General
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
J200
Generation
16
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
4-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CAY*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
119 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
119 hp
104 hp
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
125 lb‑ft
at 3600 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
125 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Performance
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
114 mph
Maximum Speed
111 mph
10.7 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
489 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
525 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
▶ REPLAY
24.18 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
28.85 lb/hp
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
24.18 lb/hp
28.85 lb/hp
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy
23 mpg
combined
50 mpg
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
23 mpg
50 mpg
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
17 mpg
city
43 mpg
30 mpg
highway
53 mpg
11.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
258 mi
Range
727 mi
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
258 mi
727 mi
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Environmental Impact
148.9 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).
96.7 kWh
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
148.9 kWh
96.7 kWh
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
No data
CO2 Emissions
200 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Lacetti 1.8 LPG
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
882 lb
Maximum Payload
858 lb
7.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft
29.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
25.6 cu ft
