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Updated on February 5, 2025

2019 Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition SEL

The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition SEL is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine that generates a total of 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The hatchback does 0-60 mph in 7.2 seconds, within Motortrend’s 0-60 timing.

2019 Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition SEL 0-60 mph time

2018 Volkswagen Beetle S

The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle S features the same 174-hp turbo I-4 with an impressive 0-60 mph timing of 7.2 seconds. Motortrend also gives the same data with the 6-speed automatic gearbox.

2018 Volkswagen Beetle S 0-60 mph time

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2019 Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition SEL

7.3 seconds-7.6 seconds (MT)

7.2 seconds

2018 Volkswagen Beetle S

7.2 seconds (MT)

7.2 seconds

Volkswagen Beetle

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.2 sec-
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.2 sec-
    		1.8L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.4 sec-
    		1.8L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.4 sec-
    		1.8L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.4 sec-
    		2.5L 5cyl Inline 5 5M8 sec-

    Trim Wise 0-60

    Trims
    Configuration
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    		SourceCompare

    S

    Ranked #1

    		2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A7.2 sec15.6 sec

    Final Edition SE

    Ranked #2

    		2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A7.3 sec15.7 sec

    Final Edition SEL

    Ranked #2

    		2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A7.3 sec15.7 sec

    SE

    Ranked #2

    		2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A7.3 sec15.7 sec

    Competitor's 0-60

      Car Name
      0-60 MPH
      Quarter Mile
      Top Speed
      		SourceCompare
      		7.2 sec15.6 sec-
      		3.7 sec11.7 sec-
      		6.6 sec--
      		7.1 sec15.3 sec-
      		7.4 sec-120 mph
      2019 Fiat 500

      Ranked #6

      		7.8 sec15.9 sec120 mph

      Other Volkswagen Cars

        Car Name
        Engine
        0-60 MPH
        Top Speed
        		SourceCompare
        		1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M5.5 sec130 mph
        		2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A6.3 sec155 mph
        		2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A7.1 sec122 mph
        		1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M7.6 sec127 mph
        		2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A7.9 sec-
        		2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A8.4 sec127 mph

        At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.