The Comparative Analysis :
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT DSG (14 - 16) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec (12 - 13)
€ 23,000

€ 22,700

€ 23,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,700
ⓘ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 VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT is 12.1 inches shorter, 1.9 inches wider and 1.1 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec.
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
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 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3075 lb
Curb Weight
3131 lb
4101 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb

Weight Difference:
55 lb
1.76 %

General
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
16
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CUU*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
108 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
138 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
108 hp
138 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
130 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
184 lb‑ft
130 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Performance
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
113 mph
Maximum Speed
120 mph
11 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
502 ft
0.000 sec

VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
62 mph
62
mph
mph
505 ft
0.000 sec

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
▶ REPLAY
28.47 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.69 lb/hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
28.47 lb/hp
22.69 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy
56 mpg
combined
36 mpg
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
56 mpg
36 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
50 mpg
city
29 mpg
59 mpg
highway
43 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
814 mi
Range
564 mi
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
814 mi
564 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Environmental Impact
86.4 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).
123.1 kWh
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
86.4 kWh
123.1 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
179 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
241 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3
Doors
5
4
No. of Seats
5
1025 lb
Maximum Payload
1058 lb
8.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft







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