The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec (10 - 15) vs. VW Beetle 2.0 TSI (13 - 14)
€ 24,000

€ 26,700

€ 24,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 26,700
ⓘ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 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec is 12.1 inches longer, 1.9 inches narrower and 1.1 inches taller than the VW Beetle 2.0 TSI.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
59.6
69.3
80.5
58.5
71.2
79.6
69.3 in
Width
71.2 in
80.5 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 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
3395 lb
Curb Weight
3124 lb
4343 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4034 lb

Weight Difference:
271 lb
7.98 %

General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
CY0
Generation
16
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CPL*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
207 hp
at 5300 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
148 hp
207 hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
221 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
207 lb‑ft
at 1700 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
221 lb‑ft
207 lb‑ft
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
127 mph
Maximum Speed
142 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
331 ft
0.000 sec

VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
▶ REPLAY
22.94 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
15.09 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
22.94 lb/hp
15.09 lb/hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Fuel Economy
46 mpg
combined
32 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
46 mpg
32 mpg
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
37 mpg
city
24 mpg
51 mpg
highway
40 mpg
15.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
719 mi
Range
468 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
719 mi
468 mi
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Environmental Impact
104.9 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).
138.2 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
104.9 kWh
138.2 kWh
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
220 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
272 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
948 lb
Maximum Payload
911 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft







38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
25.6 cu ft