What engine does a Volkswagen Beetle have?

The Volkswagen Beetle typically has a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine.

What is the top spec VW Beetle?

The top spec VW Beetle is the Beetle Dune, which features a more powerful engine and enhanced off-road styling.

What year to stay away from a VW Beetle?

It's generally advised to stay away from the 2001 VW Beetle due to numerous reported issues.

What is the specification of the VW Beetle?

The VW Beetle typically features a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, producing 174 horsepower, and comes with options for a 6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission, along with front-wheel drive and a compact hatchback body style.

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Volkswagen Beetle Specifications Comparison By Trims

10 Cars Hide common specs	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SELQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SEL CabrioletQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SE CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SEQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L R-LineQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L Exclusive CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L STBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SETBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SELTBD

10 Cars Hide common specs	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SELQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SEL CabrioletQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SE CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SEQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L R-LineQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L Exclusive CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L STBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SETBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SELTBD
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline
Horsepower (BHP)	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP
Torque (N-m)	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater
Length	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278
Width	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808
Height	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486
Wheelbase	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537
Trunk Capacity	310	310	310	310	310	310	225	310	310	310
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)	227	227	227	227	227	229	227	229	229	229
No. of Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2
Fuel Tank Capacity	55	55	55	55	55	55	55	55	55	55
Technologies
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Drive Computer	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓					✓				✓
Trip Computer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Navigation System	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
Hill Assist (HAC)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Moving Object Detection System							✓
Automatic Headlight Range Control							✓
Exterior
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Spoiler	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Rain Sensing Wiper	✓					✓	✓			✓
Power Windows	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Panoramic Sunroof	✓			✓					✓	✓
LED Taillights	✓			✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Footwell Lights	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓			✓
Rear Fog Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Fog lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bi-Xenon Headlamps	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓					✓				✓
Headlamps - Halogen					✓			✓
Electric Sunroof									✓	✓
Body Colored Mirrors										✓
Interior
Seat Adjustment - Electric	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Reading Lamps	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Armrest	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Heated Seats	Driver Seat									Driver Seat
Interior Central Locking	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Lumbar Support - Manual	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Leather Seats	✓	✓					✓			✓
Leather Gear Shift Lever	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Radio	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Odometer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Foldable Rear Seats	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Pockets	✓					✓				✓
Rear Cupholders	✓					✓				✓
Power Outlets	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
In-car Vanity Mirror	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cup Holder	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Ambient Lighting	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Seat Adjustment - Manual			✓
Fabric Seats			✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Toolkit			✓						✓
Electronic Handbrake									✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electronic Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Defogger	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Push Button Start	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
Temperature Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Welcome Light	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓			✓
Rear Camera	✓	✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Safety
Anti-Theft Alarm System	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Active Bonnet	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓	✓	✓
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)	✓				✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Active braking	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Speed Limiter				✓	✓			✓	✓
Acceleration Skid Control					✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Blind Spot Warning							✓
Chassis & Steering
Drive Type	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Transmission
Paddle Shifters	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Transmission type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Infotainment
Voice Recognition Control System	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
USB	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
SD Card	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
MP3	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
iPod Interface	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
AUX	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
DVD	✓	✓				✓				✓
CD Player	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Touchscreen	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Multi Information Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Premium Brand Audio System	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about Volkswagen Beetle

The Volkswagen Beetle typically has a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine.
The top spec VW Beetle is the Beetle Dune, which features a more powerful engine and enhanced off-road styling.
It's generally advised to stay away from the 2001 VW Beetle due to numerous reported issues.
The VW Beetle typically features a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, producing 174 horsepower, and comes with options for a 6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission, along with front-wheel drive and a compact hatchback body style.

Volkswagen Beetle Specifications Comparison By Trims

10 Cars Hide common specs	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SELQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SEL CabrioletQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SE CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SEQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L R-LineQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L Exclusive CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L STBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SETBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SELTBD

10 Cars Hide common specs	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SELQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SEL CabrioletQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 SE CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SEQAR 120,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L SQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L R-LineQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2018 2.0L Exclusive CabrioletQAR 115,000	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L STBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SETBD	Volkswagen Beetle 2017 2.0L SELTBD
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline
Horsepower (BHP)	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP	210 BHP
Torque (N-m)	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280	280
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater	4 Seater
Length	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278	4278
Width	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808	1808
Height	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486	1486
Wheelbase	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537	2537
Trunk Capacity	310	310	310	310	310	310	225	310	310	310
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)	227	227	227	227	227	229	227	229	229	229
No. of Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2	13.2
Fuel Tank Capacity	55	55	55	55	55	55	55	55	55	55
Technologies
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Drive Computer	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓					✓				✓
Trip Computer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Navigation System	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
Hill Assist (HAC)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Moving Object Detection System							✓
Automatic Headlight Range Control							✓
Exterior
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Spoiler	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Rain Sensing Wiper	✓					✓	✓			✓
Power Windows	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Panoramic Sunroof	✓			✓					✓	✓
LED Taillights	✓			✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Footwell Lights	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓			✓
Rear Fog Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Fog lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bi-Xenon Headlamps	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓					✓				✓
Headlamps - Halogen					✓			✓
Electric Sunroof									✓	✓
Body Colored Mirrors										✓
Interior
Seat Adjustment - Electric	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Reading Lamps	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Armrest	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Heated Seats	Driver Seat									Driver Seat
Interior Central Locking	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Lumbar Support - Manual	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Leather Seats	✓	✓					✓			✓
Leather Gear Shift Lever	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Radio	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Odometer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Foldable Rear Seats	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Pockets	✓					✓				✓
Rear Cupholders	✓					✓				✓
Power Outlets	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
In-car Vanity Mirror	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cup Holder	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Ambient Lighting	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Seat Adjustment - Manual			✓
Fabric Seats			✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Toolkit			✓						✓
Electronic Handbrake									✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electronic Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Defogger	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Push Button Start	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
Temperature Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Welcome Light	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓			✓
Rear Camera	✓	✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Safety
Anti-Theft Alarm System	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Active Bonnet	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓	✓	✓
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)	✓				✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Active braking	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Speed Limiter				✓	✓			✓	✓
Acceleration Skid Control					✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Blind Spot Warning							✓
Chassis & Steering
Drive Type	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Transmission
Paddle Shifters	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓	✓
Transmission type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Infotainment
Voice Recognition Control System	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
USB	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
SD Card	✓	✓				✓	✓			✓
MP3	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
iPod Interface	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
AUX	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
DVD	✓	✓				✓				✓
CD Player	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Touchscreen	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Multi Information Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Premium Brand Audio System	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about Volkswagen Beetle

The Volkswagen Beetle typically has a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine.
The top spec VW Beetle is the Beetle Dune, which features a more powerful engine and enhanced off-road styling.
It's generally advised to stay away from the 2001 VW Beetle due to numerous reported issues.
The VW Beetle typically features a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, producing 174 horsepower, and comes with options for a 6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission, along with front-wheel drive and a compact hatchback body style.

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Volkswagen Beetle Specifications Comparison By Trims

Engine

Dimensions

Engine / Motor

Fuel Economy

Technologies

Exterior

Interior

Comfort

Safety

Chassis & Steering

Transmission

Infotainment

Related Car Comparisons

Popular Volkswagen Cars

FAQs about Volkswagen Beetle

What engine does a Volkswagen Beetle have?

What is the top spec VW Beetle?

What year to stay away from a VW Beetle?

What is the specification of the VW Beetle?