The Comparative Analysis :
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT DSG (14 - 16) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI CVT-Automatic (08 - 10)
€ 26,600

€ 22,300

€ 26,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,300
ⓘ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 MPI.
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
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 MPI
3186 lb
Curb Weight
3219 lb
4189 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb

Weight Difference:
33 lb
1.03 %

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

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Engine
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
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
148 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
148 hp
141 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
251 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
251 lb‑ft
131 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Performance
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
124 mph
Maximum Speed
114 mph
8.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
407 ft
0.000 sec

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

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
▶ REPLAY
21.53 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.83 lb/hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
21.53 lb/hp
22.83 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Fuel Economy
50 mpg
combined
29 mpg
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
50 mpg
29 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
43 mpg
city
21 mpg
56 mpg
highway
38 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
727 mi
Range
459 mi
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
727 mi
459 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Environmental Impact
96.7 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).
151.6 kWh
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
96.7 kWh
151.6 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4
196 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
307 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI BMT
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI
3
Doors
5
4
No. of Seats
5
1003 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