The Comparative Analysis :
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI DSG (12 - 14) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG (09 - 11)
€ 23,800
€ 21,100
€ 23,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 21,100
ⓘ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 2.0 TDI 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 2.0 TDI
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 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
3124 lb
Curb Weight
3153 lb
3990 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
29 lb
0.92 %
General
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
16
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CFF*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
138 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
141 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
138 hp
141 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
236 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
131 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
236 lb‑ft
131 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Performance
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
121 mph
Maximum Speed
122 mph
9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
430 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
472 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
▶ REPLAY
22.64 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.36 lb/hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
22.64 lb/hp
22.36 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Fuel Economy
44 mpg
combined
26 mpg
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
44 mpg
26 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
34 mpg
city
19 mpg
51 mpg
highway
32 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
633 mi
Range
375 mi
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
633 mi
375 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Environmental Impact
111 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).
134.2 kWh
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
111 kWh
134.2 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
225 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
303 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Beetle 2.0 TDI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 MPI LPG
3
Doors
5
4
No. of Seats
5
866 lb
Maximum Payload
1036 lb
8.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
25.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft
