2018 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Specifications

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Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unitary construction
Production Years for Series :	2012 -
Price :	MSRP: $20,220-26,790
Weight :	3020 lbs \| 1369.849 kg
MPG City :	26
MPG Highway :	33
Combined MPG :	29.00

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.37

Engine & Transmission

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	1984 cc \| 121.1 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	174 HP (128.064 KW) @ 5000 RPM
Torque :	184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM
Bore :	3.3 in \| 83 mm.
Stroke :	3.7 in \| 93 mm.
Compression :	11.65:1
Main Bearings :	5
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Crankshaft :	Cast iron

Transmission:
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	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20180321
NHTSA Campaign ID	18V369000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
Consequence	A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6.
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.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has a wheelbase size of 100.10 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has a length of 168.80 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has a width of 71.90 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has 39.40 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has legroom of 41.30 inches.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle was offered as a Convertible, Coupe.

Q: How much did the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle had an MSRP of $20,220 - $$26,790 (USD).

Q: What engine did the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle have? A: The engine powering the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 174 HP (128.064 KW) @ 5000 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle have? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle had a 6 speed Automatic gearbox.