The Comparative Analysis :
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI DSG (13 - 14) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec (12 - 13)
€ 28,500
€ 22,700
€ 28,500
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 TSI 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 TSI
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 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3172 lb
Curb Weight
3131 lb
4079 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
42 lb
1.32 %
General
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
16
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CPL*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
207 hp
at 5300 rpm
Power
138 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
207 hp
138 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
207 lb‑ft
at 1700 rpm
Max. Torque
130 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
207 lb‑ft
130 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Performance
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
141 mph
Maximum Speed
120 mph
7.3 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
331 ft
0.000 sec
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
505 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
▶ REPLAY
15.32 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.69 lb/hp
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
15.32 lb/hp
22.69 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
36 mpg
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
31 mpg
36 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
23 mpg
city
29 mpg
39 mpg
highway
43 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
450 mi
Range
564 mi
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
450 mi
564 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Environmental Impact
144 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 TSI
144 kWh
123.1 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
283 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
241 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Beetle 2.0 TSI
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3
Doors
5
4
No. of Seats
5
906 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
