These are standard specifications for the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Unitary construction |
| Production Years for Series : | 2012 - |
| Price : | MSRP: $19,995-32,550 |
| Weight : | 2948 lbs | 1337.19 kg |
| MPG City : | 25 |
| MPG Highway : | 34 |
| Combined MPG : | 28.00 |
Performance
| Coefficient of Drag : | 0.37 |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L. |
| Power : | 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Torque : | 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5300 RPM |
| Torque : | 207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) @ 1700 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum Alloy |
| Crankshaft : | Forged steel |
5 Manual , 6 Automatic
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 4.46 |
| 2nd Gear : | 2.51 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.56 |
| 4th Gear : | 1.14 |
| 5th Gear : | 0.85 |
| 6th Gear : | 0.67 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Tenneco Automotive |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20E064000 |
| Summary | Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart. |
| Consequence | If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20160715 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V615000 |
| Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in 'Park.' |
| Consequence | Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than 'Park' increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash. |
| Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20160817 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V136000 |
| Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Beetle and Jetta GLI vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, 'Tire Selection and Rims.' |
| Consequence | Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B9. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2017 Volkswagen Beetle FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has a wheelbase size of 100.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has a length of 168.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has a width of 71.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has 39.40 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has legroom of 41.30 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle was a Coupe.Q: How much did the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle had an MSRP of $19,995 - $$32,550 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle have? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM Turbocharged Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5300 RPM and 207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) @ 1700 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle have? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has a wheelbase size of 100.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has a length of 168.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has a width of 71.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has 39.40 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle has legroom of 41.30 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle was a Coupe.Q: How much did the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle had an MSRP of $19,995 - $$32,550 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle have? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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Volkswagen Monthly Sales Volume
March 2023
67,853