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2018 Volkswagen Beetle

4 trims · 8 configurations · Hatchback, Convertible

Starting MSRP

$20,220 – $32,090

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

Not rated

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Source: NHTSA · 3 recalls on record

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Volkswagen Beetle? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on 2.0T S

Total price (2.0T S MSRP)

$20,220

Typical monthly

$400/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2018 Volkswagen Beetle trims

  • 2.0T S

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $20,220 – $25,440
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    26/33
    Horsepower
    174 hp
    Torque
    184 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    29.9
    Max towing
    —

  • 2.0T Coast

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $23,120 – $26,840
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    26/33
    Horsepower
    174 hp
    Torque
    184 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    29.9
    Max towing
    —

  • 2.0T SE

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $24,020 – $28,040
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    26/33
    Horsepower
    174 hp
    Torque
    184 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    29.9
    Max towing
    —

  • 2.0T Dune

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $26,790 – $32,090
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    26/34
    Horsepower
    174 hp
    Torque
    184 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    29.9
    Max towing
    —

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
2.0T Sgas
2.0T Coastgas
2.0T SEgas
2.0T Dunegas
Fuel type
2.0T Sregular unleaded
2.0T Coastregular unleaded
2.0T SEregular unleaded
2.0T Duneregular unleaded
Cylinders
2.0T SI4
2.0T CoastI4
2.0T SEI4
2.0T DuneI4
Displacement
2.0T S2 L
2.0T Coast2 L
2.0T SE2 L
2.0T Dune2 L
Horsepower
2.0T S174 hp
2.0T Coast174 hp
2.0T SE174 hp
2.0T Dune174 hp
Torque
2.0T S184 lb-ft
2.0T Coast184 lb-ft
2.0T SE184 lb-ft
2.0T Dune184 lb-ft
Transmission
2.0T S6-speed shiftable automatic
2.0T Coast6-speed shiftable automatic
2.0T SE6-speed shiftable automatic
2.0T Dune6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain
2.0T Sfront wheel drive
2.0T Coastfront wheel drive
2.0T SEfront wheel drive
2.0T Dunefront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
2.0T SHatchback
2.0T CoastHatchback
2.0T SEHatchback
2.0T DuneHatchback
Doors
2.0T S3
2.0T Coast3
2.0T SE3
2.0T Dune3
Seating
2.0T S4
2.0T Coast4
2.0T SE4
2.0T Dune4
Length
2.0T S168.4 in
2.0T Coast168.4 in
2.0T SE168.4 in
2.0T Dune168.7 in
Width
2.0T S71.2 in
2.0T Coast71.2 in
2.0T SE71.2 in
2.0T Dune71.7 in
Height
2.0T S58.5 in
2.0T Coast58.5 in
2.0T SE58.5 in
2.0T Dune59.1 in
Wheelbase
2.0T S100 in
2.0T Coast100 in
2.0T SE100 in
2.0T Dune100 in
Ground clearance
2.0T S5.7 in
2.0T Coast5.7 in
2.0T SE5.7 in
2.0T Dune5.9 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
2.0T S15.4 cu ft
2.0T Coast15.4 cu ft
2.0T SE15.4 cu ft
2.0T Dune15.4 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
2.0T S29.9 cu ft
2.0T Coast29.9 cu ft
2.0T SE29.9 cu ft
2.0T Dune29.9 cu ft
Max payload
2.0T S833 lbs
2.0T Coast833 lbs
2.0T SE833 lbs
2.0T Dune897 lbs
Curb weight
2.0T S3,012 lbs
2.0T Coast3,012 lbs
2.0T SE3,012 lbs
2.0T Dune3,093 lbs
Fuel tank
2.0T S14.5 gal
2.0T Coast14.5 gal
2.0T SE14.5 gal
2.0T Dune14.5 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
2.0T S29
2.0T Coast29
2.0T SE29
2.0T Dune29
City MPG
2.0T S26
2.0T Coast26
2.0T SE26
2.0T Dune26
Highway MPG
2.0T S33
2.0T Coast33
2.0T SE33
2.0T Dune34

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2018 Volkswagen Beetle FAQ

How much does the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle cost?
The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has a starting MSRP of $20,220, ranging up to $32,090 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes 2.0T S from $20,220; 2.0T Coast from $23,120; 2.0T SE from $24,020; 2.0T Dune from $26,790.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle?
The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle achieves up to 29 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle have?
The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle offers up to 29.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How many trims does the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle come in?
The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle is available in 4 trims (8 total configurations) across Hatchback and Convertible body styles with front wheel drive.