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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle consumer reviews

$15,950–$19,325 MSRP range
side view of 2003 New Beetle Volkswagen
(38 reviews)
63% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.8
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.1
  • Value 3.6
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 3.4
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Raced Mine

Loved mine, raced it and it was amazing. Took many a scalp. When we retired the car we put it back on the road where it was even better. Mine was 20v Turbo running 225BHP TTRS suspension Seat cuppa R steering rack etc should never have sold it and I want it back

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable first car for a teenager

This car meets all my daughter's needs. It's reliable, fuel efficient, comfortable, and meets all the safety requirements that one would want for their offspring.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Vw beetle

Great car! It is fun to drive. I like that it has a sunroof. It also has a built in flower vase! Lobed owning it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good Work Car.

The vehicle was great on gas. It was a good commuter vehicle. And can be fun for weekends with convertible top. Good kid starter car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Stunning fuel mileage!!!!

The German's aren't small people so this small car has surprisingly GOOD room and entry/exit doors. With the Contential tires....fuel mileage and ride are great. Paint is fantastic....so much better than older cars! With the stunning fuel mileage it won't bother me if I don't sell it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable car and excellent on gas mileage

I bought my 2003 new beettle four years ago with 120,000 miles on it. 50,000 miles later still runs like a champ. Besides regular wear and tear I have not made any major repairs. The only repair was the fuel pump. Cost me $150.00 and my friend help me put it on

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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too many problems to count

I have had my car for 3 years and its one problem after another. Extremely unreliable. I stopped driving it and now have switched cars with my husband because I was so scared about it's reliability. I put so much money into this car over the years fixing it and it is just not worth it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great car bought for $2000 serviced and tires

I?ve only had to put on new tires and service it. Runs great and looks great with the top down! Only issue is the window in the rear is coming loose from the canvas top but easy fix.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Just Ok

More breakdowns than I would have likes, but it's still a cute and fun car. It feels like the whole thing was made of plastic.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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My perfect college car

This car meets all my needs. The overall performance and comfort of the car really suits what I?m looking for. I like the design of the vehicle and think it?s a perfect college car. (Add Eyelashes!)

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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