Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4
Volkswagen Beetle 1998 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 has been produced from March, 2003 to September, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 126 Nm (Newton metres) on 3300 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 400 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Beetle 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 161 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100km (14.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Beetle fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Beetle safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Beetle has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Beetle is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Beetle got two stars.
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2003. March ... 2005. September | ||
| Engine: | 1390 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 168 g/km |
| Power: | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 126 NM ON 3300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 161 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 (combined) 9.3 (urban) 5.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.6 l/100km (30.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.08m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Seats: | 4 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 209 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 769 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1620 kg | ||
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 engine BBY
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 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 | 1390 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
| Power | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 NM ON 3300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Polo Skoda Octavia Skoda Fabia Audi A2 and 4 other models |
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All Volkswagen Beetle hatchback [1998 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4
Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 1.6 Jun 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 1.6 Jun 2000 — Mai 2002 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 1.8 Turbo Jun 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI
Oct 1998 — Jan 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI Jun 2000 — Dec 2004 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI
Jan 2002 — Sep 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (100 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0 Oct 1999 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen New Beetle 2.3 V5 Oct 2000 — Sep 2005 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen New Beetle RSI
Jul 2001 — Jan 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 224 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |