2016 Volkswagen Beetle
The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle is listed in 9 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 28 MPG (best: 8.4 L/100 km).
Model year2016
Versions9
ClassCompact Cars, Subcompact Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 33 / 28 | 8.4 | 320 | Compact Cars |
| Beetle | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 33 / 28 | 8.4 | 318 | Compact Cars |
| Beetle | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 31 / 26 | 9.0 | 336 | Compact Cars |
| Beetle | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 31 / 26 | 9.0 | 343 | Compact Cars |
| Beetle Convertible | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 33 / 28 | 8.4 | 320 | Subcompact Cars |
| Beetle Convertible | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 30 / 26 | 9.0 | 343 | Subcompact Cars |
| Beetle Convertible | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 31 / 26 | 9.0 | 343 | Subcompact Cars |
| Beetle Dune | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 31 / 27 | 8.7 | 329 | Compact Cars |
| Beetle Dune Convertible | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 31 / 27 | 8.7 | 325 | Subcompact Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle.