The Comparative Analysis :
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI (11 - 14) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG CVT-Automatic (09 - 11)
€ 17,600
€ 24,100
€ 17,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 24,100
ⓘ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 VW Beetle 1.2 TSI is 12.1 inches shorter, 1.9 inches wider and 1.1 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG.
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
58.5
71.2
79.6
59.6
69.3
80.5
71.2 in
Width
69.3 in
79.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.5 in
58.5 in
Height
59.6 in
99.9
168.4
103.7
180.5
168.4 in
Length
180.5 in
99.9 in
Wheelbase
103.7 in
Vehicle Weight
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
2809 lb
Curb Weight
3219 lb
3704 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
410 lb
12.74 %
General
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
16
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Engine
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CYV*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.2 L / 59 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
104 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
104 hp
141 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
129 lb‑ft
at 1550 rpm
Max. Torque
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
129 lb‑ft
131 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Performance
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
112 mph
Maximum Speed
114 mph
10.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
495 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
535 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
▶ REPLAY
27.01 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.83 lb/hp
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
27.01 lb/hp
22.83 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Fuel Economy
40 mpg
combined
25 mpg
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
40 mpg
25 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
31 mpg
city
18 mpg
47 mpg
highway
31 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
579 mi
Range
360 mi
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
579 mi
360 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Environmental Impact
111.8 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).
140 kWh
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
111.8 kWh
140 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
220 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
319 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Beetle 1.2 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
3
Doors
5
4
No. of Seats
5
895 lb
Maximum Payload
970 lb
8.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
25.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft
