The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec (15 - 17) vs. VW Beetle 1.6 TDI DSG (12 - 14)
€ 18,500
€ 22,100
€ 18,500
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 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec is 12.1 inches longer, 1.9 inches narrower and 1.1 inches taller than the VW Beetle 1.6 TDI.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
59.6
69.3
79.9
58.5
71.2
79.6
69.3 in
Width
71.2 in
79.9 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.6 in
59.6 in
Height
58.5 in
103.7
180.5
99.9
168.4
180.5 in
Length
168.4 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
99.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
2965 lb
Curb Weight
3000 lb
3968 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3858 lb
Weight Difference:
35 lb
1.17 %
General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
CY0
Generation
16
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CAY*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
115 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
115 hp
104 hp
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
114 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
114 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
117 mph
Maximum Speed
111 mph
11.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
505 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
525 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
▶ REPLAY
25.78 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
28.85 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
25.78 lb/hp
28.85 lb/hp
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy
43 mpg
combined
50 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
43 mpg
50 mpg
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
34 mpg
city
43 mpg
50 mpg
highway
53 mpg
15.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
667 mi
Range
727 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
667 mi
727 mi
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Environmental Impact
104.1 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
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
104.1 kWh
96.7 kWh
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
206 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
200 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec
VW Beetle 1.6 TDI
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
1003 lb
Maximum Payload
858 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft
38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
25.6 cu ft
