The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG (09 - 11) vs. VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT Dune (16 - 17)
€ 21,100
€ 27,000
€ 21,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 27,000
ⓘ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 MPI LPG is 11.8 inches longer, 2.4 inches narrower and 0.5 inches taller than the VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
59.6
69.3
80.5
59.1
71.7
79.6
69.3 in
Width
71.7 in
80.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.6 in
59.6 in
Height
59.1 in
103.7
180.5
100
168.7
180.5 in
Length
168.7 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
100 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
3153 lb
Curb Weight
3042 lb
4189 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3946 lb
Weight Difference:
110 lb
3.49 %
General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
CY0
Generation
16
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CZD*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5000 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
141 hp
148 hp
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
131 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
122 mph
Maximum Speed
124 mph
10.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
472 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
400 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
▶ REPLAY
22.36 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.55 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
22.36 lb/hp
20.55 lb/hp
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Fuel Economy
26 mpg
combined
41 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
26 mpg
41 mpg
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
19 mpg
city
34 mpg
32 mpg
highway
47 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
375 mi
Range
600 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
375 mi
600 mi
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Environmental Impact
134.2 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).
108 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
134.2 kWh
108 kWh
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
303 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
214 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
1036 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft
38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
25.6 cu ft
