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Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet (03-10)
Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet (03-10)
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Specs Overview

2wd
Manual
Diesel
2dr
Power (bhp)103 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph11.6 secs
Miles per tank617 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 15
Annual road tax £210 - £255 See all rates
Dimensions (mm)Length 4129mm X Width 1721mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new Beetle Cabriolet 2003 and what is the overall running cost?

Fuel consumption
Pre-2017 test standard
Official fuel economy tests explained
An improved official test for car fuel economy was introduced in September 2017.
The new WLTP test gives figures closer to a car's "true mpg" than the pre-2017 NEDC test, which tended to overstate mpg compared to what real-world drivers would get.
When looking at mpg for two cars, always check the figures were measured under the same test system. Comparing one car's WLTP figure with another's NEDC figure will not tell you which has the better mpg.
51 mpg
Insurance group15
Annual road tax £210 - £255 See all rates
Price when new£21,400
Used price range£785 - £2,760
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of Beetle Cabriolet 2003 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity55 litres
Weight1460kg
Length4129mm
Width1721mm
Height1502mm
Wheelbase2516mm
Turning Circle10m
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of Beetle Cabriolet 2003?

Power103 bhp
Top Speed111 mph
0-60 mph11.6 secs
Torque240 Nm, 177 ft-lb
CO2 Emissions145 g/km
Euro Emissions Standard
4

Emissions data can vary over the lifespan of a version, typically due to manufacturer engine improvements.

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Miles Per Tank617 miles
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet 2003?

Engine Size1896cc
Cylinders4
Valves8
Fuel TypeDiesel
TransmissionManual
Gearbox5 Speed
DrivetrainFront wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet 2003 and its boot size?

Doors2
Seats4
Luggage Capacity201 litres
Unbraked Towing Weight600kg
Braked Towing Weight1000kg

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