2013 Volkswagen Beetle Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Beetle

Hatchback

Convertible

	1 of 7 Beetle 2.5L Hatchback 2D	2 of 7 Beetle 2.5L Entry Hatchback 2D	3 of 7 Beetle 2.5L Fender Edition Hatchback 2D	4 of 7 Beetle Turbo Hatchback 2D	5 of 7 Beetle Turbo Fender Edition Hatchback 2D	6 of 7 Beetle TDI Hatchback 2D	7 of 7 Beetle R-Line Hatchback 2D
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Fair Market Price	$6,940	$7,022	$7,378	$8,531	$8,717	$8,762	$9,218
Fuel Economy	City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 25 MPG	City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 25 MPG	City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 25 MPG	City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG	City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG	City 29/Hwy 39/Comb 32 MPG	City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Diesel	Gas
Horsepower	170 @ 5700 RPM	170 @ 5700 RPM	170 @ 5700 RPM	200 @ 5100 RPM	210 @ 5300 RPM	140 @ 4000 RPM	200 @ 5100 RPM
Engine	5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.0T	4-Cyl, PZEV, Gen 3, 2.0T	4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.0T
Cargo Volume	15.40 cu ft	15.40 cu ft	15.40 cu ft	15.40 cu ft	15.40 cu ft	15.40 cu ft	15.40 cu ft
Cylinders	5	5	5	4	4	4	4
Torque	177 lb-ft	177 lb-ft	177 lb-ft	207 lb-ft	207 lb-ft	236 lb-ft	207 lb-ft
Turning Circle	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet
Curb Weight	2,998 pounds	2,998 pounds	N/A	3,042 pounds	N/A	3,117 pounds	N/A

Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Optional	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Not Available	Optional	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
iPod Interface	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque

177 @ 5700 RPM

207 @ 5100 RPM

207 @ 5300 RPM

236 @ 4000 RPM

207 @ 5100 RPM

	Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
	Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather Interior Trim	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Premium	Premium	Diesel	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Manual	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	2998 pounds	2998 pounds	Not Available	3042 pounds	Not Available	3117 pounds	Not Available
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons
Front Head Room	39.4 inches	39.4 inches	39.4 inches	39.4 inches	39.4 inches	39.4 inches	39.4 inches
Front Leg Room	41.3 inches	41.3 inches	41.3 inches	41.3 inches	41.3 inches	41.3 inches	41.3 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	5.7 inches	5.7 inches	5.7 inches	5.7 inches	5.7 inches	5.7 inches	5.7 inches
Overall Length	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches
Payload Capacity	772 pounds	772 pounds	772 pounds	772 pounds	772 pounds	772 pounds	772 pounds
Front Shoulder Room	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches
Turning Diameter	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet
Wheel Base	99.9 inches	99.9 inches	99.9 inches	99.9 inches	99.9 inches	99.9 inches	99.9 inches
Width with mirrors	71.2 inches	71.2 inches	71.2 inches	71.2 inches	71.2 inches	71.2 inches	71.2 inches

FAQs

Is the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2013 Beetle ranges in power from the TDI Hatchback 2D with 140 horsepower to the Turbo Fender Edition Hatchback 2D with 210 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2013 Beetle specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2013 Volkswagen Beetle specs page.

How fast is the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle?

The 2013 Beetle ranges in power from the TDI Hatchback 2D with 140 horsepower to the Turbo Fender Edition Hatchback 2D with 210 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2013 Beetle specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2013 Volkswagen Beetle specs page.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Beetles?

The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle comes in 7 different trims, ranging from the 2.5L Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $6,940.00 to the R-Line Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $9,218.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2013 Beetle specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2013 Volkswagen Beetle specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Beetle 2013 have?

2013 Volkswagen Beetle features include AM/FM Radio, Child Seat Anchors, and Cruise Control. For a full list of All 2013 Beetle trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2013 Volkswagen Beetle specs page.