The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG (09 - 11) vs. VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT (16 - 17)
€ 21,100
€ 21,400
€ 21,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 21,400
ⓘ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 11.7 inches longer, 2.6 inches narrower and 1.1 inches taller than the VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
59.6
69.3
80.5
58.6
71.9
79.6
69.3 in
Width
71.9 in
80.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.6 in
59.6 in
Height
58.6 in
103.7
180.5
99.4
168.8
180.5 in
Length
168.8 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
99.4 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
3153 lb
Curb Weight
3071 lb
4189 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4101 lb
Weight Difference:
82 lb
2.6 %
General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
CY0
Generation
16
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CUU*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
108 hp
at 3500 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
141 hp
108 hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI 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 2.0 TDI BMT
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
122 mph
Maximum Speed
113 mph
10.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
472 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
502 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
▶ REPLAY
22.36 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
28.44 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
22.36 lb/hp
28.44 lb/hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Fuel Economy
26 mpg
combined
56 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
26 mpg
56 mpg
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
19 mpg
city
48 mpg
32 mpg
highway
62 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
375 mi
Range
814 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
375 mi
814 mi
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI 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).
86.4 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
134.2 kWh
86.4 kWh
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
303 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
177 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
1036 lb
Maximum Payload
1030 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft
38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
25.6 cu ft
