Car Buyer's Guide

Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TSI

A5 · launched Sep 7 2012 · Hatchback · CBU

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TSI is the top of 8 Beetle variants, priced at RM224,060.

Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TSI

Colours — exterior

  • Candy White Metallic
  • Deep Black Metallic
  • Graciosa Brown Metallic
  • Platinum Grey Metallic
  • Reef Blue Metallic
  • Reflex Silver Metallic
  • Saturn Yellow Metallic
  • Tornado Red Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Black Leather seats

How this variant compares

1.4 TSI is RM42,452 cheaper. Stepping up to the 2.0 TSI adds LED Daytime Running Lights, Sunroof and Auto Headlamps.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing
Capacity
1,984 cc
Horsepower
197 hp at 5,100 rpm
Torque
280 Nm at 1,700 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline 4
Fuel
Petrol
Bore × Stroke
82.5 mm × 92.8 mm
Compression Ratio
9.6

Drivetrain

Transmission
Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name
6-Speed DSG
Gears
6
Transmission Manufacturer
BorgWarner
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
7.5 seconds
Rated Economy
7.7 L/100 km
Top Speed
223 km/h
Co2
179 g/km

Dimensions

Length
4,278 mm
Width
1,808 mm
Height
1,486 mm
Wheelbase
2,537 mm
Weight
1,469 kg
Fuel Tank
55 litres
Doors
3
Seats
4
Boot Space
310 litres
Front Tyre
235/45R18
Rear Tyre
235/45R18

Chassis

Assembly
Mexico (CBU)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Front Wheels
18" Alloy
Rear Wheels
18" Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Crash Safety Ratings

EuroNCAP
5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control
ANCAP
5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control

Safety

Airbags
4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side)
ABS/EBD
✓
Stability Control
✓
Alarm
✓
Immobilizer
✓
Airbag Disable Function
✓
Seat Belts
4 three-point
ISOFIX
Available on rear passenger seats

Lighting

Headlamps
Bi-Xenon Projector
Taillamps
Normal Bulb
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Front Foglamps
✓
Rear Foglamps
✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
✓

Cabin

Front Seats
Manual Adjustment
Rear Seats
50:50 Split-Folding
Front Air-con
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Sunroof
Panoramic, tilt and slide
Power Sockets
1 front
Interior Lighting
Map Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders
2 front, 1 rear
Audio
RCD 510 6.5" touchscreen radio with CD/MP3/WMA playback, AUX-in, iPhone/iPod connectivity, 6-disc CD changer and 8 speakers

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine Start
Manual key
Locks
Remote Control Activation
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activation
Folding Wing Mirrors
✓

Driving aids

Auto Headlamps
✓
Auto Wipers
✓
Cruise Control
Passive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
✓
Paddle Shift
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
4 sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
4 sensors

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
Unlimited
Warranty Mileage Extended
Unlimited
Warranty Manufacturer
2 years
Warranty Extended
3 years

2.0 TSI FAQ

How much is the Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TSI in Malaysia?

The Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 TSI was priced at RM224,060 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

What is the difference between the 2.0 TSI and the 1.4 TSI?

The 2.0 TSI costs RM42,452 more than the 1.4 TSI and adds LED Daytime Running Lights, Sunroof and Auto Headlamps.

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