2000 Volkswagen New Beetle Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $2,725 | $2,775 | $2,800 | $3,100 | $3,425 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | City 22/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 22/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 150 @ 5800 RPM | 150 @ 5800 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | ||
| Cargo Volume | 12.00 cu ft | 12.00 cu ft | 12.00 cu ft | 12.00 cu ft | 12.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | ||
| Torque | 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 2,769 pounds | 2,825 pounds | 2,867 pounds | 2,785 pounds | 2,964 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | 162 @ 5800 RPM | 162 @ 5800 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Diesel | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2769 pounds | 2825 pounds | 2867 pounds | 2785 pounds | 2964 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 38.2 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | 39.4 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.2 inches | 4.2 inches | 4.2 inches | 4.2 inches | 4.2 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 161.1 inches | 161.1 inches | 161.1 inches | 161.1 inches | 161.1 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 860 pounds | 860 pounds | 860 pounds | 860 pounds | 860 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 52.8 inches | 52.8 inches | 52.8 inches | 52.8 inches | 52.8 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 67.9 inches | 67.9 inches | 67.9 inches | 67.9 inches | 67.9 inches |
FAQs
Is the 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2000 New Beetle ranges in power from the GLS TDI Hatchback 2D with 90 horsepower to the GLX Hatchback 2D with 150 horsepower.
How fast is the 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle?
The 2000 New Beetle ranges in power from the GLS TDI Hatchback 2D with 90 horsepower to the GLX Hatchback 2D with 150 horsepower.
What are the levels of Volkswagen New Beetles?
The 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the GL Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $2,725.00 to the GLX Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $3,425.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2000 New Beetle specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen New Beetle 2000 have?
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and CD Changer.