The Comparative Analysis :
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI DSG (10 - 13) vs. VW Beetle 1.6 TDI DSG (12 - 14)
€ 31,800
€ 22,100
€ 31,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,100
ⓘ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 CrossGolf 2.0 TDI is 2.2 inches shorter, 1.3 inches narrower and 6.3 inches taller than the Beetle 1.6 TDI.
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Beetle 1.6 TDI
64.8
69.9
76.6
58.5
71.2
79.6
69.9 in
Width
71.2 in
76.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.6 in
64.8 in
Height
58.5 in
101.5
166.2
99.9
168.4
166.2 in
Length
168.4 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
99.9 in
Vehicle Weight
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Beetle 1.6 TDI
3393 lb
Curb Weight
3000 lb
4542 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3858 lb
Weight Difference:
392 lb
11.55 %
General
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Beetle 1.6 TDI
1KP
Generation
16
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Beetle 1.6 TDI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CFH*
Engine Code
*CAY*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
138 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
138 hp
104 hp
Beetle 1.6 TDI
236 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
236 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
Beetle 1.6 TDI
Performance
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Beetle 1.6 TDI
121 mph
Maximum Speed
111 mph
10 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
456 ft
0.000 sec
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
525 ft
0.000 sec
Beetle 1.6 TDI
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24.59 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
28.85 lb/hp
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
24.59 lb/hp
28.85 lb/hp
Beetle 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Beetle 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy
41 mpg
combined
50 mpg
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
41 mpg
50 mpg
Beetle 1.6 TDI
33 mpg
city
43 mpg
46 mpg
highway
53 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
589 mi
Range
727 mi
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
589 mi
727 mi
Beetle 1.6 TDI
Environmental Impact
119.3 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).
96.7 kWh
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
119.3 kWh
96.7 kWh
Beetle 1.6 TDI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
246 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
200 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Beetle 1.6 TDI
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
1149 lb
Maximum Payload
858 lb
11.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft
41.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
25.6 cu ft
