2018
Volkswagen Beetle

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  • S Auto
    Starts at
    $20,220
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Coast Auto
    Starts at
    $23,120
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SE Auto
    Starts at
    $24,020
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • S Auto
    Starts at
    $25,440
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Dune Auto
    Starts at
    $26,790
    26 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Coast Auto
    Starts at
    $26,840
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SE Auto
    Starts at
    $28,040
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Dune Auto
    Starts at
    $32,090
    26 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

2.0-liter four-cylinder engine now standard
New Coast special edition
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto available
Front-wheel drive

The good & the bad

The good

Retro design influences
Fast-acting convertible top
Stylish interior
Handling
Long bumper-to-bumper warranty

The bad

Firm ride
Spongy brakes
Rear visibility (convertible)
In-cabin storage room
Only one cupholder for backseat
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Rollover rating
4/5
10.5%
Risk of rollover
10.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
6 years / 72,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 72,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles
Basic
Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
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100-plus point inspection
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Consumer reviews

94% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 39 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.7
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.8

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  • By Mike Mc from Buffalo Grove
    Used to own this car
    May 31, 2022

    ONE OF THE LAST BUGS BUILT

    This Beetle was my car that I traded in recently for a new Tiguan. The car was excellent, and always reliable. We wanted to own one of the last Beetles made, and glad that we purchased it from Mt. Prospect VW (AutoBarn) four years ago. Whoever purchases this bug, is getting a great car, and we will miss it!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Margaret from Hensley
    Owns this car
    February 24, 2021

    What a fun car to drive

    This car is amazing. Fun to drive, handles like a sports car, rides great and has so many wonderful options on it. I love the fuel economy too!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Charlie B from Athol ma
    Owns this car
    February 17, 2021

    Great car

    Very nice car We have so far enjoyed it Especially my wife, who has always driven VW beetles She says this one is very sporty
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mel B from Fort Smith, AR
    Owns this car
    May 29, 2020

    My dream car

    I absolutely love my beetle convertible. Super comfortable ride. Very sporty with all the features I need. I can’t believe I’ve waited so long to purchase one.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By TracyF from North Cape May
    Owns this car
    June 22, 2019

    Fun and adorable

    Love my convertible bug!! It’s adorable. Have such a great time zipping around with the top down Had other practical cars. This one is all for fun
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Red Bug from WARRENTON
    Owns this car
    June 7, 2019

    Reliable Red Bug

    We purchased it for an around town vehicle and it certainly fills that need and more. My wife loves it and seldom drives it without the convertible top down.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Anitabefree from Warrenton virginia
    Owns this car
    June 6, 2019

    Sassy sturdy and so much fun

    Serendipity finding my sexy red sporty car in my 60s but have one now. Good leg room..visibility..retro interior...great mileage..excellent safety record..turbo charged...lots of get up and go...purchased from lindsay in warrenton Virginia from long time trusted salesman russ meadows...outstanding service and a guy who genuinely cares about your comfort and confidence.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By skeenski from ogden utah
    Owns this car
    May 10, 2019

    parents own it and like it

    parents don't have email. They love the car just have knee problems and getting into a small car was hard. It has many extras they love.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bugnut from Tuttle
    Owns this car
    January 17, 2019

    Fun to drive car. Gets up and goes when you want i

    This was a car I had always wanted. It is not for everyone as it is small. Very fun to drive and very fast. So far, great.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Judy beetle from Aurora, Colorado
    Owns this car
    December 4, 2018

    My absolute dream car

    I absolutely love this car it has been a dream of mine forever to own one I had a 2013 and I got into an accident and it was totaled and I never thought I would be able to replace it and somehow they were able to find me one and I am eternally grateful because I just love it
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By dmalmondjoy13 from Amarillo, TX
    Owns this car
    November 26, 2018

    Slug Bug Black - SE Premium Convertible

    I got my first VW in April of 2016. A new Passat SE w/Tech & Lighting packages. Just a couple of weeks ago I was in a horrible wreck and poor Patricia (The Passat) was totaled. Dead. Dead as Disco. She took the damage well and kept me safe when the idiot blew through a red light and destroyed her front end. He was going about 60 in a 35. Off to the dealership I go knowing I would be getting another new VW. I took one look at Barbara (The Beetle) and knew she would be mine. She is black with a black top and black leatherette seating. The engine is new for 2018, a 2.0 liter Turbo "Budak" that puts out 174HP coupled with a 6 speed automatic transmission. Barbara is not fast but very quick. Wind noise is not near as terrible as I anticipated. I live in Amarillo, TX and we have some of the highest wind speeds in the entire nation and I have yet to have an issue with the top. I've never owned a convertible before so I'm pleasantly surprised with the ride quality and lack of noise on any road at any speed with or without the top down. Since I opted for the SE Premium, I have the 400 watt Fender sound system with 8 speakers and a sub. The sound quality rivals many HK or Bose systems I've heard in other (much more expensive) vehicles. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are fabulous. The rear view camera has a neat party trick. When you put the vehicle in reverse, it pops out of the VW symbol on the rear trunk keeping the camera free of dirt, water or snow. The Park Pilot feature is also handy when pulling out of a driveway on a busy street. The leatherette seating is outstanding and very comfortable. The back seat is very tight but that is expected when you get a car of this size. It is possible to fit 4 adults in the vehicle but there will be complaints from the rear passengers on a long ride. The heated seats work so well they almost burn me when they are on the level 3 setting. The convertible top opens or closes with ease in under 15 seconds. The operation can even be done at speeds of 31MPH or less. I've averaged about 26.3MPG in mostly city driving in Sport mode. The vehicle takes regular unleaded however, I put premium fuel in her to keep the engine in outstanding shape and to maximize HP potential. I look forward to enjoying this car for at least the duration of the lease that I signed. (4 year lease) 2019 will be the last year to get a Beetle as they are being discontinued. Supposedly there is a possible electric version in the future. (Fingers crossed!) Furthermore, I love watching people punch each other when I drive by.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By michle from boston, MA
    Test drove this car
    November 26, 2018

    I rented the Turbo convertible from National

    I had the rental on the 15th of November in the snowstorm in NJ. I am a good snow driver but I was surprised at how well the car maneuvered in the snow. Multiple accidents all around me from the turnpike to Rte. 38 and the beetle just went around them all - no skidding or sliding
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle?

The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Coast (2 styles)
  • Dune (2 styles)
  • S (2 styles)
  • SE (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle?

The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle offers up to 26 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle reliable?

The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Volkswagen Beetle owners.

Is the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle. 94.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 39 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.8

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