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Old 06-28-2021, 12:50 AM   #2 (permalink)
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VW Beetle/Bus/Type III Wheelbase 2,400 mm (94.5 in)
VW Superbeetle Wheelbase : 95.3 in | 2421 mm.

I suspect it has more to do with the human factors, packaging two seats within the wheelbase. The Beetle is pretty tight. Increased wheelbase usually goes into the cowl for more front legroom.
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