Volkswagen New Beetle
1998–2010 · 61 configurations
The Volkswagen New Beetle has been tested by the EPA across 61 different configurations spanning model years 1998 through 2010. Over this period, the New Beetle has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 38 MPG, with an overall average of 27 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.
All Configurations
Historical Efficiency
Safety Rating History
NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (New Beetle) has not been independently rated.
Complaint & Incident History
The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Volkswagen New Beetle. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.
Fatal Crash History (FARS)
The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Volkswagen Volkswagen New Beetle grouping as reported by the NHTSA.
Total Fatal Crashes424Total Deaths318
Incident Risk Profile
Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.
Year-by-Year Trend & Severity
Platform Recall Intelligence
Most Recalled Components
Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.