Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI
Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2016. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 105 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 175 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and IHI 1634 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Although the engine has a chain, its lifetime is relatively short. Vibration at idling speed ...
This Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI fuel consumption is 5.3 litres per 100km (18.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Volkswagen Beetle 2011 - 2016 versions, fuel consumption in city - 6.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1020 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
Volkswagen Beetle safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Beetle has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Beetle is evaluated with outstanding rate 92 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 90 from 100, for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Beetle got 53 points from 100.
Volkswagen Beetle safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.
Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2011. January ... 2016. January | ||
| Engine: | 1197 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 137 g/km |
| Power: | 105 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 175 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 (combined) 6.2 (urban) 4.8 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.28m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 136 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 4 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 310 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 905 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1790 kg | ||
Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI engine CBZB
Engine reliability and common problems:
Although the engine has a chain, its lifetime is relatively short. Vibration at idling speed tends to be excessive.Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1197 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
| Power | 105 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2012 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Polo Skoda Fabia Seat Altea Skoda Yeti and 10 other models |
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All Volkswagen Beetle hatchback [2011 - 2016] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.2 TSI
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
| Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 160 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 160 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.6 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | - | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Beetle 2011 1.6 TDI | 1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | - | Automatic (7) |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2011 2.0 TSI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2011 2.0 TSI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2011 2.0 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2011 2.0 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |