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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Cpe GLS Manual

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Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Cpe GLS Manual
Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Cpe GLS Manual
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$16,850
Base Invoice:
$15,706
Destination:
$550
Engine/Fuel:
2.0L/121 Gas I4
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Coupe
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
22/29

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Sub-Compact
Engine
Engine Order Code :
Engine Type : Gas I4
Displacement : 2.0L/121
Fuel System : SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 115 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 122 @ 2600
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code :
Trans Type : 5
Trans Description Cont. : Manual
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.78
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.12
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.36
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 1.03
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.84
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 3.60
Clutch Size (in) : - TBD -
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 4.24
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 29
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 90
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 6.7
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 2785
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Independent
Suspension Type - Rear : Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : Torsion-Beam
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : - TBD -
Brakes
Brake Type : Pwr
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.0 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 9.4 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P225/45HR17
Rear Tire Size : P225/45HR17
Spare Tire Size : P225/45HR17
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Size (in) : - TBD -
Front Wheel Material : Steel
Rear Wheel Material : Steel
Spare Wheel Material : - TBD -
Steering
Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 17.8
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.2
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 32.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 14.5
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 98.9
Length, Overall (in) : 161.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 67.9
Height, Overall (in) : 59.5
Tread Width, Front (in) : 59.6
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 58.7
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 3.9
Liftover Height (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 12.0
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 84
Front Head Room (in) : 41.3
Front Leg Room (in) : 39.4
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 52.8
Front Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
Second Head Room (in) : 36.7
Second Leg Room (in) : 33.5
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 49.3
Second Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
Summary
Vehicle Name : New Beetle
Body Style : 2 Door Coupe

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 22/hwy 29 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)
EXTERIOR
Body-color bumpers/rocker panels
Halogen projector beam headlamps w/clear polycarbonate lenses
Halogen fog lamps
Daytime running lights
Dual pwr heated body-color mirrors
Tinted glass
Variable intermittent speed-sensitive windshield wipers
Body-color door handles
INTERIOR
Fully reclining front bucket seats-inc: 6-way adjustment, easy-entry system, adjustable headrests
Full-folding rear bench seat w/outboard headrests
Velour seat trim
Front center armrest
Center console-inc: (3) front/(1) rear beverage holders, (2) auxiliary pwr outlets
Front/rear carpeted floor mats
Driver foot rest
3-spoke padded tilt steering wheel
Telescopic steering column
Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel/ water temp gauges, warning lights
Headlamps-on warning tone
Remote central pwr locking system-inc: selective door unlocking, trunk release, panic buttons on transmitter, folding center-cut keys
Pwr windows w/1-touch down
Remote keyless entry
Audible/visible anti-theft vehicle alarm system for doors/hood/trunk/radio/ starter
Immobilizer theft-deterrent system
Remote fuel filler/trunk release
Cruise control
Air conditioning w/pollen/odor filter
Rear seat heat/air conditioning ducts
Rear window defroster
AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: (6) speakers, CD changer control, theft-deterrent warning light
CD changer preparation-inc: cable, mounting brackets
Roof-mounted whip antenna
Illuminated lockable glove box w/interior shelf
Door storage nets
Leatherette molded door trim w/body-color upper sill molding
Open door warning courtesy lights
Front/rear integrated armrests in door/side panels
Door map pockets
Day/night rearview mirror-inc: integrated clock/ambient temp display
Mini overhead console w/storage
Headliner-mounted eyeglass holder
Illuminated covered visor vanity mirrors
(1) front/(2) rear passenger assist handles
Front/rear reading lamps
Dome lamp w/time delay
Front passenger seatback pocket
Fully-lined carpeted luggage compartment-inc: removable cover, trunk light, pwr outlet
MECHANICAL
2.0L SOHC SMPI I4 engine
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
Clutch/starter interlock
Front wheel drive
60 amp/hr battery
90-amp alternator
Digital electronic ignition w/knock sensor
Independent front MacPherson strut suspension
Independent track correcting torsion beam axle rear suspension
Front/rear coil springs/stabilizer bars
Front telescopic/rear gas telescopic shock absorbers
P205/55HR16 all-season tires
Full-size spare tire
16" x 6.5" black steel wheels w/full wheel covers
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr front vented disc/rear solid disc brakes
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
14.5 gallon fuel tank
SAFETY
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Driver/front passenger front-impact airbags
Driver/front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags
3-point front/rear seat belts w/height adjusters, front pretensioners, emergency locking retractors
Collapsible steering column
Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams
Daytime running lights
Dual-note horn

Options

NO OPTION KIND
PORT PREP FEE STANDARAD
FLOORPLAN INTEREST RESERVE STANDARAD
LEATHER PKG -inc: partial leather upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel/brake lever, heated front seats/windshield washer nozzles (REQ: Z_ Leather Trim) (REQ: PDA Luxury Pkg) or PLS Lifestyle Pkg) $900
LUXURY PKG -inc: pwr sunroof, 16" alloy wheels $1,225
LIMITED EDITION LIFESTYLE PKG -inc: luxury pkg, leather pkg *Affects color availability* $2,125
COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heatable front seats, heatable washer nozzles $150
Model Option
REQUIRED ORDERING CHARGES STANDARAD
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSIONS STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MAINE/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/ VERMONT EMISSIONS $100
Seat Trim
CLOTH SEAT TRIM STANDARAD
LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM STANDARAD
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: PLA Leather Pkg or PLS Lifestyle Pkg) STANDARAD
Paint Type
STANDARD PAINT STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
2 Years/24,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
10 Years/100,000 Miles

Corrosion:
12 Years/Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance:
2 Years/Unlimited Miles
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
02V244

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
332,950

Summary:
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems." Child seat anchorages installed in the vehicle's rear seats must be identified by markings, and their location and use described in the owner's manual. The anchorages in these vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard.

Remedy:
Owners will be provided with a supplement for the Owner's Manual and also a set of four guidance fixtures intended for use in conjunction with child seats equipped with rigid or semi-rigid lower anchorage attachments. Also enclosed will be four decals, together with installation instructions and a template for attaching the decals to the lower seat backs. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began Sept. 15, 2002. Owners should contact VWoA at 1-800-822-8987.

Dates of Manufacture:
September 1999 - January 2001

Models Involved:
Golf, Jetta, Cabrio, New Beetle

Manufacturer Recall Number:
UW
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * Passenger: * * * *

Side crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * * Rear Passenger: * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.