1999 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
When comparing the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle's and the 1999 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1999 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle's and the 1999 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetleās base engine makes 115 horsepower, and the 1999 Subaru Impreza base engine makes 142 horsepower. The New Beetle is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 351 miles. This gives the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1999 Subaru Impreza. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1999 Subaru Impreza has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2186 - 8235
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.34004
Volkswagen New Beetle Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.087853 / 10
Reliability:
8.563559 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen New Beetle Rankings
Not yet available
Subaru Impreza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle Trim Levels
GL, GLS, GLS 1.8T, GLS TDi, GLX 1.8T
1999 Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
142 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
149 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
260 / 351 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2769 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
59.5 inches
Length:
161.1 inches
Wheelbase:
98.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2735 lbs
Width:
67.1 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available