Background
One important advantage of the 2002-04 Turbo S version of the New Beetle is the performance flexibility of its 1.8T turbocharged engine. The AWP configuration in the Turbo S is essentially the same powerplant installed in a range of other VW models tuned from 125 to 240 horsepower.
| VW Brand/Model | Model Years | HP range |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 | 1996-2005 | 150 to 180 |
| Audi A4 | 1994-2003 | 125 to 190 |
| Audi A6 | 1995-2000 | 125 to 180 |
| Audi S3 | 1998-2002 | 209 to 225 |
| Audi TT | 1998-2006 | 150 to 225 |
| Audi TT Sport | 2005-2006 | 240 |
| Bora | 2000-2005 | 150 to 180 |
| Cambrio | 1997-2000 | 125 |
| Golf | 1997-2008 | 150 to 180 |
| Jetta | 1999-2002 | 150 to 180 |
| New Beetle GLS/GLX | 1999-2001 | 150 |
| New Beetle Turbo S | 2002-2004 | 180 |
| Passat | 1996-2002 | 125 to 170 |
| Polo | 2004-2008 | 150 to 180 |
| Seat Alhambra | 1997-2000 | 150 |
| Seat Ibiza | 2004-2008 | 150 to 180 |
| Seat Ibiza Cupra | 1999-2001 | 150 to 180 |
| Sharan | 1997-2000 | 150 |
