Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 TSI
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 petrol description
Cabrio Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 TSI has been produced from January, 2013 to December, 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 2013 1.2 TSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 TSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 178 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 TSI fuel consumption is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Beetle fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 TSI technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2013. January ... 2016. December | ||
Engine: | 1197 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 134 g/km |
Power: | 105 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 175 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 178 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 (combined) 7.1 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.6 l/100km (35.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.28m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 225 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1760 kg |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 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 2013 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 |
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 cabrio [2013 - 2016] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 TSI
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.2 TSI | 1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 160 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 160 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.6 TDI | 1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 1.6 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 2.0 TSI | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 2.0 TSI | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 2.0 TSI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 2.0 TSI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 2.0 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Volkswagen Beetle 2013 2.0 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |