The Comparative Analysis :
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG (17 - 18) vs. VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT DSG (14 - 16)
€ 25,100
€ 24,200
€ 25,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 24,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. Both cars are the same width and height, but the Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG is 3.6 inches longer.
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
58.5
71.2
80.4
58.5
71.2
79.6
71.2 in
Width
71.2 in
80.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.6 in
58.5 in
Height
58.5 in
104.8
172
99.9
168.4
172 in
Length
168.4 in
104.8 in
Wheelbase
99.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
3007 lb
Curb Weight
3007 lb
4167 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3990 lb
Weight Difference:
0 lb
0 %
General
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
B-K
Generation
16
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Natural Gas (CNG)
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
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
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
108 hp
at 5600 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5000 rpm
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
108 hp
148 hp
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
148 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
148 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Performance
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
124 mph
Maximum Speed
126 mph
10.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
495 ft
0.000 sec
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
397 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
▶ REPLAY
27.84 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.32 lb/hp
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
27.84 lb/hp
20.32 lb/hp
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Fuel Economy
14.5 lb✽
( 6 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined ✽ per 100 miles
44 mpg
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
6 MPGe
44 mpg
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
19.9 lb
city
37 mpg
11.7 lb
highway
50 mpg
42 lb
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
288 mi
Range
645 mi
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
288 mi
645 mi
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Environmental Impact
30.1 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).
100.4 kWh
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
30.1 kWh
100.4 kWh
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
182 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
196 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Opel Astra 1.4 ECOTEC CNG
VW Beetle 1.4 TSI BMT
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
1160 lb
Maximum Payload
983 lb
10.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft
34.3 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
25.6 cu ft
