2017 Volkswagen Beetle Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Beetle

Hatchback

Convertible

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Fair Market Price	$16,750	$17,900	$18,650	$19,050	$21,100	$21,200
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 24/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 24/Hwy 31/Comb 27 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM	170 @ 4800 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
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter
Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4	4
Torque	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft	184 lb-ft
Turning Circle	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet
Curb Weight	3,208 pounds	3,208 pounds	3,208 pounds	3,208 pounds	3,208 pounds	3,280 pounds

	Blind-Spot Alert	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available
	Child Door Locks	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Optional
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

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

	Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque

184 @ 4800 RPM

Folding Rear Seat

Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

	Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3208 pounds	3208 pounds	3208 pounds	3208 pounds	3208 pounds	3280 pounds
Fuel Capacity	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
Front Leg Room	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	5.9 inches
Overall Length	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.4 inches	168.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room	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
Wheel Base	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	71.7 inches

FAQs

Is the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. All 2017 Beetle trim variations have 170 horsepower.

How fast is the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle?

All 2017 Beetle trim variations have 170 horsepower.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Beetles?

The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle comes in 6 different trims, ranging from the #PinkBeetle Convertible 2D with a base MSRP of $16,750.00 to the 1.8T Dune Convertible 2D with a base MSRP of $21,200.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2017 Beetle specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2017 Volkswagen Beetle specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Beetle 2017 have?

2017 Volkswagen Beetle features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Cruise Control.