2016 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Specifications

2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unitary construction
Production Years for Series :	2012 -
Weight :	2948 lbs \| 1337.19 kg
MPG City :	25
MPG Highway :	34
Combined MPG :	28.00

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.37

Engine & Transmission

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	1798 cc \| 109.7 cu in. \| 1.8 L.
Power :	170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 6200 RPM
Torque :	184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM
Bore :	3.3 in \| 83 mm.
Stroke :	3.3 in \| 84 mm.
Compression :	9.6:1
Main Bearings :	5
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Crankshaft :	Cast iron

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	2000 cc \| 122.0 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5300 RPM
Torque :	207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) @ 1700 RPM
Bore :	3.3 in \| 83 mm.
Stroke :	3.7 in \| 93 mm.
Compression :	9.6:1
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Direct Fuel Injection

Transmission:
5 Manual , 6 Automatic

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	3.78
2nd Gear :	2.12
3rd Gear :	1.27
4th Gear :	0.86
5th Gear :	0.66

Handling

Recall

Component	AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign ID	22V945000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle Convertibles vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Consequence	An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy	Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available; anticipated September 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69EM.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Manufacturer	Tenneco Automotive
NHTSA Campaign ID	20E064000
Summary	Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Consequence	If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20110610
NHTSA Campaign ID	19V615000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in 'Park.'
Consequence	Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than 'Park' increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy	Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20141114
NHTSA Campaign ID	15V705000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.
Consequence	If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle has a wheelbase size of 100.00 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle has a length of 168.40 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle has a width of 71.20 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle has 39.40 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle has legroom of 41.30 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle was a Coupe.

Q: What engines did the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle have? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 6200 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM

Turbocharged Inline 4 (2000 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5300 RPM and 207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) @ 1700 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle have? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.