2018 Volkswagen Beetle SE specs & colors

2dr Car

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MSRP
S Auto
$20,220
Coast Auto
$23,120
SE Auto
$24,020
S Auto
$25,440
Dune Auto
$26,790
Coast Auto
$26,840
SE Auto
$28,040
Dune Auto
$32,090
$28,040
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2018 Volkswagen Beetle SE

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Key specs

  • 2-door
  • 4 seats
  • 174.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 29 combined MPG
  • 168.8" length, 58" height
  • Front Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Platinum Gray

Interior
Ebony
Silver
Light camel
Black / Tan

Packages

  • Combination Assistance Kit

    $99

    Starting MSRP

    • Basic First Aid Kit
    • For addressing minor injuries
    • Roadside Assistance Kit
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    $99

    Starting MSRP

    • Basic First Aid Kit
    • For addressing minor injuries
    • Roadside Assistance Kit
    • booster cables
    • warning triangle
    • LED flashlight
    • multi-tool
    • work gloves
    • PVC tape
    • blanket
    • poncho
    • whistle
    • cable ties and bandages
  • SE Premium Package

    $2,500

    Starting MSRP

    • 18" Disc Alloy Wheels
    • LED Rear License Plate Lights
    • Bi-Xenon Headlights
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    $2,500

    Starting MSRP

    • 18" Disc Alloy Wheels
    • LED Rear License Plate Lights
    • Bi-Xenon Headlights
    • Tires: 18" AS
    • LED Tail Lights
    • LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
    • Halogen Front Fog Lights
    • low-speed corner illumination feature
    • Front & Rear Park Distance Control (Park Pilot)
    • Radio: AM/FM/HD/CD Player 6.3" Touchscreen
    • Discover Media
    • USB input
    • aux-in and voice control
    • Fender premium audio system w/subwoofer
    • VW Car-Net App-Connect smartphone integration and interface (w/Apple CarPlay
    • Android Auto and MirrorLink)
    • VW Car-Net Security and Service connected car service (limited subscription)
    • VW Car-Net Guide and Inform enhanced navigation and infotainment
    • Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices) and SiriusXM satellite radio (limited-time trial subscription)

Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
MPG
26 City / 33 Hwy
Horsepower
174 hp
Seating Capacity
4

Brakes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
10 in
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
N/A
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
11 in
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
N/A

Electrical

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
140
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
330

Engine

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
174 @ 5000
Displacement
2.0 L/121
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
184 @ 1500
Engine Type
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Transmission Options
6-Speed A/T
A/T
Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode
MPG
26 City / 33 Hwy
Total Cooling System Capacity
N/A

Entertainment

Bluetooth®
Optional
Bluetooth®
Standard

Measurements

Trunk Volume
7 ft³
Front Leg Room
41 in
Liftover Height
N/A
Second Head Room
38 in
Wheelbase
100 in
Front Hip Room
N/A
Passenger Capacity
4
Front Head Room
39 in
Height, Overall
58 in
Second Shoulder Room
43 in
Length, Overall
169 in
Track Width, Rear
61 in
Second Leg Room
31 in
Track Width, Front
62 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors
72 in
Passenger Volume
81 ft³
Second Hip Room
N/A
Front Shoulder Room
55 in
Min Ground Clearance
6 in

Safety

Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Backup Camera
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Optional

Steering

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
35 ft
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
N/A
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
N/A
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
N/A

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front
Strut

Tires & Wheels

Rear Wheel Size
17 X 7 in
Spare Wheel Size
Compact in
Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Front Wheel Size
17 X 7 in
Spare Tire Size
Compact
Rear Tire Size
P215/55HR17
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Front Tire Size
P215/55HR17

Weight & Capacity

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A
Base Curb Weight
3,219 lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
15 gal
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A

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