Modified specifications for the 2004 New Beetle Turbo S Ute.
| BEETLE TURBO S UTE | ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT | UTE CONVERSION |
|---|---|---|
| MECHANICAL | ||
| Engine type | 1.8L I-4 AWP, transverse | air intake, ECU mod |
| Engine valvetrain | DOHC 20 valves (5/cylinder) | |
| Engine compression | 9.5:1 | |
| Engine aspiration | turbocharged | diverter, intercooler mod |
| Brake type | disc - front vented, solid rear | |
| Brake anti-lock (ABS) | 4-wheel, pad wear indicator | |
| Brake assist | vacuum | |
| Drive type | front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | |
| Axle ratio | 3.94 | |
| Traction control | ABS and driveline | |
| Electronic stability system | 1J0 907 375 | |
| Battery H5-LN2-47 | 650 CCA, 12 volt | Duralast Gold H5-DLG |
| Cruise control | steering column | |
| Exhaust stainless steel | catalytic converter | |
| Steering rack & pinion | powered-assisted | |
| Front suspension type | independent MacPherson | |
| Front stabilization | anti-roll bar | |
| Front shocks gas-pressurized | 1J0 413 031 BJ | |
| Front springs coil | 1J0 411 105 BF | |
| Rear suspension type | semi-independent torsion beam | |
| Rear stabilization | built-in stabilizer bar | |
| Rear shocks gas-pressurized | 1J0 513 025 DA | |
| Rear springs coil | 1J0 511 115 AG | |
| LIGHTS | ||
| Headlights halogen (L) | 1C0 941 030 L (029 L) | |
| Fog lights front halogen (L) | 1C0 941 700 C (699 C) | |
| Front lights, turn signal (L) | 1C0 953 156 J (155 J) | |
| Backup lights (L) | 1C0 945 712 B (711 B) | modified |
| License plate rear | 1C0 943 021 | modified |
| Rear light combination mount | brake, running, turn signal | modified |
| Side marker lights (L) | 1C0 945 074 D (073 D) | modified |
| Interior accessory lights | visors, map console, glove box | |
| Lighting control | dimmed after 30 seconds | |
| Rear interior lights | dual headliner | modified |
| Luggage area light | lid activated | eliminated |
| INSTRUMENTATION | ||
| Analog instruments | speedometer, tach, fuel level | |
| Warning indicators | instrument cluster 20 | |
| Clock | overhead console | |
| Exterior temperature display | overhead console | |
| INTERIOR | ||
| Rear window defogger | switch activated | exterior truck bed lights |
| Rear view mirror | day-night | |
| Interior mirrors | front visor vanity | |
| Seat back storage pockets | 2 | |
| Steering column adjustment | 44mm tilt, 45mm telescoping | |
| Steering wheel material | leather | |
| Air conditioning/heating | manual temperature, fan, vent | |
| Cabin air filter | 1J0 819 644 A | |
| Under seat air ducts | front to rear | |
| Cupholders | front and rear pull-out | rear eliminated |
| 12V accessory power | console front | |
| 12V accessory power | hatch area | rear cam power/ground |
| 12V accessory power | flip-out console rear | cargo cam power/ground |
| Gear shift knob trim | leather/aluminum | new leather |
| Overhead console | sunroof controls | |
| Center console | handbrake, storage | |
| Floor mats | carpeted front and rear | modified |
| Airbags | dual front and side | |
| Safety belts | pre-tension adjustable | eliminated in rear |
| Occupancy sensor | driver and front passenger | |
| EXTERIOR | ||
| Body material | composite/galvanized steel | |
| Paint | clearcoat monotone | |
| Chassis type | 2-door hatchback | modified 2-door only |
| Rear hatch lid | third brake light | moved to cab top |
| Tinted windows | light | |
| Rear window type | fixed | modified |
| Mirrors, side view | dual power remote, heated | |
| Sunroof | sliding and tilting glass | modified open length |
| Spoiler | blade, manual override | eliminated |
| Spoiler, manual control | under dash | eliminated |
| Tires | P225/45R17 | Vredestein Quatrac Pro |
| Tire pressure PSI | 33 front/38 rear | |
| Wheels | 17-inch silver aluminum alloy | |
| Spare tire and wheel | 16-inch steel | |
| Windshield wipers | variable intermittent | |
| ACCESSIBILITY | ||
| Front power windows | 1-touch up/down | |
| Remote trunk release | pop open unlock | tailgate unlock |
| Retained acc power (RAP) | module controlled delay | |
| Door curb lights | 2 | |
| Remote keyless entry | key fob (both doors) | |
| Panic alarm | key fob | |
| Door locks | power with 2-stage unlock | |
| Content theft deterrent | integrated alarm system | |
| Ignition disable | Immobilizer III | |
| COMMUNICATION | ||
| Radio, cassette, CD ready | AM/FM, single DIN | Jensen CMM710 touch screen |
| Theft deterrent radio | integrated with alarm system | eliminated |
| Antenna | integrated roof mount | powered, interior hidden |
| Speakers | 8 Monsoon | relocated 2 rear speakers |
| Amplifier | trunk | relocated to passenger seat |
| SEATING | ||
| Front seat type | sport, heated | |
| Front seat controls | height, forward/back, tilt | |
| Front head restraints | adjustable with tilt | |
| Armrests | front center | new leather |
| Seat trim | leather grey/black two-tone | new upholstery |
| Rear seats | full bench | truck bed |
| Rear head restraints | dual with tilt | truck bed |
| INSIDE DIMENSIONS | (inches unless otherwise noted) | |
| Front head room | 38 | |
| Rear head room | 37 | truck bed |
| Front shoulder room | 53 | |
| Rear shoulder room | 49 | truck bed |
| Front leg room | 39.4 | |
| Rear leg room | 33.5 | truck bed |
| Standard seating | 4 passengers | 2 passengers |
| OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS | (inches unless otherwise noted) | |
| Length | 161.1 | 162 estimated |
| Body width | 67.9 | |
| Body height | 59 | |
| Wheelbase | 98.7 | |
| Track width, front | 59.4 | |
| Track width, rear | 58.8 | |
| Turning circle (feet) | 32.8 | |
| Turns steering wheel | 3.2 (lock to lock) | |
| Ground clearance | 4.6 | |
| Coefficient of drag | 0.38 CD | |
| WEIGHTS | (pounds unless otherwise noted) | |
| Gross weight maximum (GVWR) | 3771 | |
| Gross weight distribution GAWR) | 2227 front, 1588 rear | |
| Curb weight (no occupants) | 3021 | 2855 estimated |
| Spare tire, tool kit weight | 44 | 41 no tool kit |
| Payload net of driver | 550 | 700 |
| Cargo floor area | 6 square feet | 15 square feet |
| Cargo volume | 27 cubic feet | 50+ cubic feet |
| FUEL | ||
| Fuel door release | powered pop open | |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal | |
| EPA mileage estimates | 23 city / 30 highway | |
| Effective range | 400 miles | |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded | |
| Fuel feed | injection | |
| PERFORMANCE | ||
| Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm | 225 hp, ECU Stage 1+ |
| Torque | 173 lb-ft @ 1950 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 1950 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-60 | 7.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Top speed | 130 mph | |
| Redline | 6700 rpm | |
| ¼ mile | 15.2 seconds @ 91.3 mph | 13.0 seconds @ 100 mph |
| Stopping distance 60-0 | 130 feet | |
| NEW FUNCTIONALITY | ||
| Dual cam | Touch screen integration | rear and cargo cam |
| Navigation | Jensen CMM710 | USB mirror |
| Bluetooth | iPhone integration | calling, audio streaming |
| Video | Jensen CMM710 | USB input |
