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Volkswagen New Beetle

Volkswagen New Beetle
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The Volkswagen New Beetle is a compact car introduced by Volkswagen in 1997, drawing heavy inspiration from the exterior design of the original Volkswagen Beetle. Unlike the original Beetle, the New Beetle has its engine in the front driving the front wheels, with luggage storage in the rear. It received a facelift in 2005 and was in production until 2011, nearly fourteen years since its introduction.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2023)
ManufacturerVolkswagen
ProductionFrom 1997
Body typeHatchback
FuelPetrol
Engine power125 kW (168 hp)
Kerb weight1,439 kg

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 1 European country that registered the Volkswagen New Beetle in 2023 (1 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Volkswagen New Beetle (from registration data). 24 variants.

Engine variants for Volkswagen New Beetle
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.8 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–10.5 l/100 km1999–2004
1.8 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–9.8 l/100 km1999–2005
1.8 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–10.2 l/100 km2002–2004
1.8 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–10.7 l/100 km2005
1.8 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–8.6 l/100 km2014–2017
1.8 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–8.6 l/100 km2014–2016
1.9 l · 4-cylDieselManual–6.4 l/100 km1998–2006
1.9 l · 4-cylDieselAutomatic–7.1 l/100 km1998–2003
1.9 l · 4-cylDieselAutomatic–7.1 l/100 km2004–2006
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–10.5 l/100 km1998–2004
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–9.9 l/100 km1998–2005
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–10.2 l/100 km2005
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–9.4 l/100 km2012
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–9.4 l/100 km2012–2015
2.0 l · 4-cylDieselManual–7.5 l/100 km2013–2015
2.0 l · 4-cylDieselAutomatic–7.2 l/100 km2013–2015
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–9.2 l/100 km2013–2015
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–9 l/100 km2016–2017
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–9 l/100 km2016
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–8.1 l/100 km2018–2019
2.5 l · 5-cylPetrolAutomatic–10.2 l/100 km2006–2010
2.5 l · 5-cylPetrolManual–10.2 l/100 km2006–2010
2.5 l · 5-cylPetrolManual–9.4 l/100 km2012–2014
2.5 l · 5-cylPetrolAutomatic–9.4 l/100 km2012–2014

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Generations

← Predecessor: Volkswagen Type 1Successor: Volkswagen Beetle →

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Volkswagen New Beetle in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volkswagen recalls.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Volkswagen New Beetle have?
The Volkswagen New Beetle produces 125 kW (168 hp).
How much does the Volkswagen New Beetle weigh?
The Volkswagen New Beetle has a kerb weight of about 1,439 kg.