Ford Mustang vs Volkswagen Beetle
Overview | |
MSRP$30,920 | MSRP$20,220 |
Average price$25,493 | Average price$14,527 |
Listings9486 | Listings1549 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | |
Reviews SummaryAs Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Torque350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3579 lbs | Curb Weight3020 lbs |
Height55.0 in | Height58.6 in |
Length189.4 in | Length168.8 in |
Width81.9 in | Width71.9 in |
Wheelbase107.0 in | Wheelbase100.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload761 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,920 | $20,220 |
Average price | $25,493 | $14,527 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | As Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | 2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | 2.0L 174 hp I4 |
Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.3 cu ft | 15.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3579 lbs | 3020 lbs |
Height | 55.0 in | 58.6 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 168.8 in |
Width | 81.9 in | 71.9 in |
Wheelbase | 107.0 in | 100.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 761 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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