Used 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D

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Estimated Values
Condition | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excellent | $1,650 | $6,075 | ||
Very Good | $1,550 | $5,800 | ||
Good | $1,450 | $5,475 | ||
Fair | $1,175 | $4,650 |
Estimated Trade-In Values for the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D range from about $1,175 to $1,650 depending on vehicle condition. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $4,650 to $6,075 depending on vehicle condition. Valid for ZIP Code 06092 through 10/29/2026.
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D Depreciation
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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | + $195 | $4,552 | $2,421 | ||
2024 | $681 | $3,871 | $1,598 | ||
2025 | $59 | $3,812 | $1,492 | ||
Now | + $1,663 | $5,475 | $1,450 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3248 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 78.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.7 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 39.4 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 4 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.7 inches | ||
Overall Length | 161.1 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 52.8 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 5.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 35.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 98.8 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 67.9 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Power Retractable Top | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 20 mpg | ||
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Highway | 28 mpg | ||
Combined | 23 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular |
Performance
Horsepower | 150 @ 5000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 170 @ 3750 rpm | ||
Engine | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 12 years / Unlimited miles |
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D Standard Features
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
KBB.com Review
The most significant aspect of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is its familiar and friendly shape but, as a bonus, it is actually quite comfortable as a daily driver as well. Even taller drivers will appreciate the quantity of front-seat headroom.
If you need on occasion to carry four adult passengers, the New Beetle’s rear seats offer very little headroom and the cargo area is tiny. The instrument panel configuration takes some getting used to as it spans the considerable distance between the windshield and the driver and front-seat passenger.
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D Safety
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
![]() Used 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE Convertible 2D | ![]() Used 2014 FIAT 500 Abarth | ![]() Used 2008 Audi TT | ![]() Used 2008 Saturn SKY | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $6,200 | $6,025 | $6,500 | $5,500 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.5 | N/A | N/A | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.7 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 28/Hwy 34/Comb 30 MPG | City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 25 MPG | City 19/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 150 @ 5000 RPM | 160 @ 5500 RPM | 200 @ 5100 RPM | 173 @ 5800 RPM | |
| Engine | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl MultiAir Turbo 1.4L | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD |





