2013 Volkswagen Beetle review
Volkswagen Beetle highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
21 city, 27 highway, 23 combined
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What is new for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle?
- The Beetle is available in a variety of new trims, including the 50's Edition, 60's Edition, 70's Edition, Fender Edition, R-Line, and TDI.
- The Base trim has been discontinued for 2013.
- Beetle trims have been upgraded with Smart Key, Leatherette & Cloth, 6002, Soft Top, and Turbo Diesel Engine as standard equipment this year.
- The 2.5 trim now comes with Cloth Seats and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment.
- The 2.0T trim now comes with Leatherette Seats as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.5 out of 5
34 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 24 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 7 |
| 3 Stars | 0 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 2 |
RepairPal gave the Volkswagen Beetle an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Volkswagen Beetle 19th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
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2.5 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette Seats
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Fender Audio
- Leatherette Seats
- Navigation System
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
- Soft Top
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
170
Torque (ft-lbs)
177
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
14.5
Wheelbase
100"
Overall length
168.4"
Width
71.2"
Height
58"
Leg room
F 41.3"/R 31.4"
Head room
F 39.3"/R 37.6"
Front tires
235/45R18
Rear tires
215/55R17
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2013 Volkswagen Beetle FAQ
The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- 2.5: 22 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- 2.0T: 22 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- TDI: 29 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- 50's Edition: 21 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- 70's Edition: 21 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- 60's Edition: 21 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Fender Edition: 22 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
The Volkswagen Beetle received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Volkswagen Beetle as 18 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle:
- 50's Edition
- 60's Edition
- 70's Edition
- Fender Edition
- R-Line
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