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2019 Volkswagen Beetle

Rating6.5

Ranked #8 in

Subcompact Hatchback

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$20,895 - $29,995

Starting Price

Year

Nathan Dyer

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

Pros	Cons	What's New
Distinct design language	Covers a long distance before coming to a complete halt	Final Edition trims
More practical than fellow rivals	Not peppy enough	Coast and Dune trims dropped
Fuel-efficient engine	Low-quality interior materials	Standard blind-spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert

Specs & Features

$20,895

price

174 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

184 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the subcompact hatchback segment, the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle is a direct competitor to the MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, the FIAT 500, and the Honda Fit. The Beetle starts off at an MSRP of $20,895, going all the up to $25,995, with 4 trims in the lineup. Each trim is offered with a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Beetle manages a 0-60 of 8.2 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 29 MPG.

Buying Advice

Considering the upgraded upholstery, bigger wheels, stainless steel pedals, and a few more additions, the Final Edition SE trim is worth an upgrade from the entry-level trims.

Trims

S
$20,895 onwards

Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A
Horsepower: 174 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
Top Speed: TBD mph
Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg

Final Edition SE
$23,045 onwards

Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A
Horsepower: 174 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
Top Speed: TBD mph
Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg

SE
$24,395 onwards

Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A
Horsepower: 174 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
Top Speed: TBD mph
Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg

Final Edition SEL
$25,995 onwards

Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A
Horsepower: 174 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
Top Speed: TBD mph
Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg

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2019 Volkswagen Beetle vs competitor's 0-60

Car Name	0-60 MPH	Quarter Mile	Top Speed
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Ranked #4	7.2 sec	15.6 sec	-
2019 Cadillac CTS-V Ranked #1	3.7 sec	11.7 sec	-
2019 Cadillac XT4 Ranked #2	6.6 sec	-	-
2019 Lincoln MKC Ranked #3	7.1 sec	15.3 sec	-
2019 Mini Hardtop 2 Door Ranked #5	7.4 sec	-	120 mph
2019 Fiat 500 Ranked #6	7.8 sec	15.9 sec	120 mph

Car Name	MPG City	MPG Highway	MPG Combined	Fuel Tank Capacity	Range (C/H)
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Ranked #3	26 mpg	33 mpg	29 mpg	14.5 gal.	377/478.5 mi.
2019 Mini Hardtop 2 Door Ranked #1	28 mpg	38 mpg	32 mpg	11.6 gal.	324.8/440.8 mi.
2019 Fiat 500 Ranked #2	24 mpg	33 mpg	30 mpg	10.5 gal.	294/346.5 mi.
2019 Nissan Rogue Ranked #3	26 mpg	33 mpg	29 mpg	14.5 gal.	377/478.5 mi.
2019 Hyundai Veloster Ranked #4	25 mpg	33 mpg	28 mpg	13.2 gal.	330/435.6 mi.
2019 Cadillac XT4 Ranked #5	24 mpg	30 mpg	26 mpg	15.9 gal.	381.6/477 mi.

2019 Volkswagen Beetle vs competitor's dimensions

Car Name	Length	Width	Height	Ground Clearance	Wheelbase
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Ranked #6	168.8 in.	71.9 in.	58.6 in.	5.7 in.	100.1 in.
2019 Cadillac CTS-V Ranked #1	197.6 in.	72.2 in.	57.2 in.	8 in.	114.6 in.
2019 Nissan Rogue Ranked #2	184.5 in.	72.4 in.	66.3 in.	7.8 in.	106.5 in.
2019 Cadillac XT4 Ranked #3	181.06 in.	76.65 in.	63.2 in.	6.77 in.	109.4 in.
2019 Lincoln MKC Ranked #4	179.2 in.	73.4 in.	65.2 in.	9 in.	105.9 in.
2019 Hyundai Elantra GT Ranked #5	170.9 in.	70.7 in.	57.7 in.	5.9 in.	104.3 in.

2019 Volkswagen Beetle vs competitor's trunk space

Car Name	Trunk Capacity	Passenger Volume	Max Trunk Volume	Source
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Ranked #8	15.4 cu.ft.	81.4 cu.ft.	29.9 cu.ft.
2019 Nissan Rogue Ranked #1	39.3 cu.ft.	99.8 cu.ft.	70 cu.ft.
2019 Jeep Renegade Ranked #2	18.5 cu.ft.	100.1 cu.ft.	50.8 cu.ft.	Jeep USA
2019 Lincoln MKC Ranked #3	25.2 cu.ft.	97.9 cu.ft.	53.1 cu.ft.
2019 Hyundai Veloster Ranked #4	19.9 cu.ft.	89.9 cu.ft.	44.5 cu.ft.
2019 Mini Hardtop 2 Door Ranked #5	8.7 cu.ft.	96.9 cu.ft.	34 cu.ft.

2019 Volkswagen Beetle vs competitor's cargo space

Car Name	Cargo Volume	Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area	Max Cargo Volume	Bed Length	Source
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Ranked #1	29.9 cu.ft.	15.4 cu.ft.	29.9 cu.ft.	-
2019 Mini Hardtop 2 Door Ranked #2	38 cu.ft.	8.7 cu.ft.	34 cu.ft.	-
2019 Nissan Rogue Ranked #3	70 cu.ft.	39.3 cu.ft.	70 cu.ft.	-
2019 Cadillac CTS-V Ranked #4	15.7 cu.ft.	13.7 cu.ft.	13.7 cu.ft.	-
2019 Jeep Renegade Ranked #5	55.8 cu.ft.	18.5 cu.ft.	50.8 cu.ft.	-	Jeep USA
2019 Hyundai Veloster Ranked #6	44.5 cu.ft.	19.9 cu.ft.	44.5 cu.ft.	-

2019 Volkswagen Beetle vs competitor's towing capacity

Car Name	Towing Capacity	Payload Capacity	Weight	Source
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Ranked #4	-	705 lbs.	3045 lbs.
2019 Cadillac XT4 Ranked #1	3500 lbs.	-	3660 lbs.
2019 Lincoln MKC Ranked #2	2000 lbs.	1023 lbs.	3823 lbs.
2019 Jeep Renegade Ranked #2	2000 lbs.	1111 lbs.	3056 lbs.	Jeep USA
2019 Nissan Rogue Ranked #3	1102 lbs.	1134 lbs.	3456 lbs.
2019 Hyundai Veloster Ranked #4	-	1047 lbs.	2822 lbs.