These are standard specifications for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Automatic , 6 Manual , 6 DSG
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Unitary construction |
| Production Years for Series : | 2012 - |
| Weight : | 3225 lbs | 1462.835 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 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum Alloy |
| Crankshaft : | Cast iron |
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1968 cc | 120.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 150 HP (110.4 KW) @ 3500 RPM |
| Torque : | 236 Ft-Lbs (320 NM) @ 1750 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.2 in | 81 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Compression : | 16.2:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum Alloy |
| Crankshaft : | Forged steel |
| 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 valves per cylinder) |
| Direct Fuel Injection | |
6 Automatic , 6 Manual , 6 DSG
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 4.46 |
| 2nd Gear : | 2.50 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.56 |
| 4th Gear : | 1.14 |
| 5th Gear : | 0.85 |
| 6th Gear : | 0.67 |
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. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 17, 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 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20120215 |
| 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. |
Data updated January 2023
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has a wheelbase size of 100.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has a length of 168.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has a width of 71.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have?A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has 39.30 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have?A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has legroom of 41.30 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible was a Convertible.Q: What engines did the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 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 (1968 cc | 120.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 150 HP (110.4 KW) @ 3500 RPM and 236 Ft-Lbs (320 NM) @ 1750 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 Convertible have? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Automatic, 6 speed Manual, 6 speed DSG.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has a wheelbase size of 100.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has a length of 168.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has a width of 71.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have?A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has 39.30 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have?A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has legroom of 41.30 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible was a Convertible.Q: What engines did the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have? A: The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 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 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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