2016 Volkswagen Beetle Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Beetle

Hatchback

Coupe

Convertible

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Fair Market Price	$13,058	$15,275	$15,325	$15,408	$15,574	$15,860	$16,793
Fuel Economy	City 24/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 24/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 24/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 24/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 23/Hwy 30/Comb 26 MPG	City 23/Hwy 30/Comb 26 MPG	City 23/Hwy 30/Comb 26 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM	210 @ 5300 RPM	210 @ 5300 RPM	210 @ 5300 RPM
Cargo Volume	7.10 cu ft	7.10 cu ft	7.10 cu ft	7.10 cu ft	7.10 cu ft	7.10 cu ft	7.10 cu ft
Engine	4-Cyl, PZEV, Turbo, 1.8L	4-Cyl, PZEV, Turbo, 1.8L	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, Turbo, 2.0L	4-Cyl, PZEV, Turbo, 2.0L	4-Cyl, PZEV, Turbo, 2.0L
Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Torque	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	207 lb-ft	207 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	3,225 pounds	3,225 pounds	3,012 pounds	3,225 pounds	3,278 pounds	3,278 pounds	3,278 pounds

	Blind-Spot Alert	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
	Emergency & Security Services	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Premium Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque

184 @ 4800 RPM

207 @ 5300 RPM

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

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	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	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

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

Curb Weight	3225 pounds	3225 pounds	3012 pounds	3225 pounds	3278 pounds	3278 pounds	3278 pounds
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	39.3 inches	39.3 inches	39.3 inches	39.3 inches	39.3 inches	39.3 inches	39.3 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	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	5.6 inches
Overall Length	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches
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	100 inches	100 inches	100 inches	100 inches	100 inches	100 inches	100 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 2016 Volkswagen Beetle a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2016 Beetle ranges in power from the 1.8T S Convertible 2D with 170 horsepower to the R-Line SEL Convertible 2D with 210 horsepower.

How fast is the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle?

The 2016 Beetle ranges in power from the 1.8T S Convertible 2D with 170 horsepower to the R-Line SEL Convertible 2D with 210 horsepower.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Beetles?

The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle comes in 7 different trims, ranging from the 1.8T S Convertible 2D with a base MSRP of $13,058.00 to the R-Line SEL Convertible 2D with a base MSRP of $16,793.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2016 Beetle specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Volkswagen Beetle specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Beetle 2016 have?

2016 Volkswagen Beetle features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Cruise Control.