2003 Volkswagen Beetle Models & Specs

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GL Coupe
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GL Coupe Features & Specs

Specifications

  • Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
  • Engine: 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20
  • Fuel Type: Gasoline Fuel
  • Fuel Capacity: 14.5 gal.
  • Torque: 162 ft. lbs.
  • Horsepower: 150 hp.
  • MPG (City/Hwy): 23/29
  • Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic w/OD
  • Seating Capacity: 4
  • Cargo Capacity: 12 cu. ft.
  • Curb Weight: 2868 lbs.
  • Tires: P205/55HR16
  • Front Head Room: 41.3"
  • Front Leg Room: 39.4"
  • Wheelbase: 98.7"
  • Length: 161.1"
  • Width: 67.9"
  • Height: 59.0"

Interior Features

  • Full-folding rear bench seat w/2 distinctive seating positions
  • Fully reclining cloth comfort front bucket seats-inc: height adjustment, easy-entry system, adjustable headrests
  • Rear seat heat/air conditioning ducts
  • Front passenger seatback pocket
  • 3-spoke padded tilt steering wheel
  • Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, temp/ fuel gauges, warning lights, gear indicator, brake wear indicator
  • Day/night rearview mirror-inc: integrated clock/ambient temp display
  • Center console-inc: (2) front/(1) rear beverage holders, (2) auxiliary pwr outlets, ash tray
  • Front door storage nets
  • Front/rear integrated armrests in door/side panels
  • (2) front/(2) rear passenger assist handles
  • Molded door trim w/cloth inserts
  • Covered visor vanity mirrors
  • Front/rear carpeted floor mats
  • Illuminated lockable glove box w/interior shelf
  • Fully-lined carpeted luggage compartment-inc: removable cover, trunk light, pwr outlet
  • Pwr windows-inc: front windows w/driver-side 1-touch up/down feature, pinch protection, key-operated open/close feature
  • Rear window defroster
  • Remote central pwr locking system-inc: automatic pwr door locks, selective unlocking from front doors
  • Cruise control
  • Remote fuel filler/trunk release
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Immobilizer theft-deterrent system
  • Height-adjustable/telescopic/theft-deterrent steering column
  • Audible/visible anti-theft vehicle alarm system for doors/hood/trunk/radio/ starter
  • AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: (6) speakers, CD changer control, theft-deterrent warning light
  • Air conditioning w/pollen/odor filter
  • Headlamps-on warning tone
  • CD changer preparation-inc: cable, mounting brackets
  • Roof-mounted whip antenna
  • Open front door warning courtesy lights
  • Driver/front passenger reading lamp w/time delay
  • (2) rear passenger reading lamps

Exterior Features

  • Body-color pwr heated mirrors
  • Body-color door handles
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers
  • Tinted green glass
  • Halogen fog lamps
  • Rear spoiler
  • Daytime running lights

Safety Features

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Driver/front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system
  • Driver/front passenger side-impact airbags
  • 3-point front/rear seat belts w/height adjusters/front pretensioners/load limiters
  • Rear child seat tether anchorage points
  • Traction control w/anti-slip regulation & electronic differential lock
  • Collapsible steering column
  • Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams
  • Daytime running lights
  • Dual-note horn

Mechanical Features

  • 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20-valve I4 turbocharged engine
  • 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD
  • Traction control w/anti-slip regulation & electronic differential lock
  • Front wheel drive
  • 60 amp/hr battery
  • 120-amp alternator
  • Digital electronic ignition w/knock sensor
  • Independent front MacPherson strut suspension
  • Independent track correcting torsion beam axle rear suspension
  • Front/rear coil springs/stabilizer bars
  • Front/rear gas telescopic shock absorbers
  • P205/55HR16 all-season SBR tires
  • Full-size spare tire/steel wheel
  • 16" x 6.5" alloy wheels w/anti-theft wheel locks
  • Pwr rack & pinion steering
  • Pwr front vented/rear solid disc brakes
  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • 14.5 gallon fuel tank

Options & Packages

Additional Options

Cold weather pkg ($150)

  • Heatable front seats & washer nozzles

Monsoon sound system pkg ($325)

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