2015 Volkswagen Beetle review
Volkswagen Beetle highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Peppy engines
- Surprisingly roomy interior
- Classy design
Cons
- Fuel economy could be better
- Limited cargo space
- Lacks driver-assistance features
Mileage (EPA estimate)
23 city, 29 highway, 25 combined
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Compact city car with style
A stylish, attractive exterior to go with a refined interior and a few potent engine options are the most notable characteristics of the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle. It’s a convenient city car that’s suitable for your usual day-to-day driving, including commuting to work or running errands. The fact that it’s inspired by the original Beetle, but adds a few modern details, makes it a great choice if you appreciate retro designs, but are not ready to give up all the benefits and advancements the new times bring.
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What is new for the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle?
- The Beetle is available in a variety of new trims, including the Base and Classic.
- The 1.8T, 2.5, and GSR trims have been discontinued for 2015.
- Beetle trims have been upgraded with Blind Spot Monitor and Leatherette & Cloth as standard equipment this year.
- SiriusXM Trial Available features are now available as options on select trims.
- The TDI trim now comes with Rear View Camera and Panoramic Sunroof as standard equipment.
- The R-Line trim now comes with Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle
1. Refined cabin
The 2015 Volkswagen Beetle has an upscale cabin that offers an enjoyable ride experience. It’s lined with soft-touch materials and boasts a functional, well-designed layout. You get automated air conditioning and cruise control as part of the standard equipment for enhanced convenience and comfort. A leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, leatherette upholstery, and heated and height-adjustable front seats are also standard.
2. Connectivity
In terms of technology, you can look forward to a lot of standard features on the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle. There is Bluetooth® connectivity and an eight-speaker stereo system, as well as an iPod interface. Volkswagen’s Car-Net communications system is also standard on the 2015 model.
3. Ideal for city driving
If you are interested in a daily driver that can take you from one end of town to the other quickly and hassle-free, then the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle could be a great choice for you. It’s fast, nimble, and light, so it can move through busy city streets with ease. That’s one sure way to save plenty of time and reduce fuel consumption. Navigating narrow parking garages is also a breeze with the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle.
4. Surprisingly roomy cabin
One of the hidden benefits and competitive advantages of the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle is its surprisingly roomy interior. There is room for four in this cute, compact hatchback, with the rear seats being amazingly wide and comfortable. Front passengers get 39.4 inches of headroom and 41.3 inches of legroom, with rear head- and legroom measuring 37.1 inches and 31.4 inches, respectively.
5. Exciting performance
On the performance side, the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle is offered with an attractive engine lineup delivering a dynamic driving experience. It comes standard with a turbocharged 1.8L four-cylinder that generates 170 hp and a five-speed manual transmission. For more power, there is the turbocharged, 2.0L four-cylinder with 210 hp. Alternatively, there is also a turbo-diesel option: a 2.0L four-cylinder with 140 hp.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.9 out of 5
8 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 7 |
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| 4 Stars | 1 |
| 3 Stars | 0 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
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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Classic 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Navigation System
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Leatherette Seats
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.8L
Horsepower
170
Torque (ft-lbs)
184
Engine type
Turbo 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
P215/55HR17
Rear tires
P215/55HR17
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Volkswagen Beetle FAQ
The 2015 Volkswagen Beetle is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Classic: 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- R-Line: 24 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- TDI: 31 MPG City and 41 MPG Highway
- Base: 25 MPG City and 33 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 2015 Volkswagen Beetle has received an average 4.9 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle:
- Base
- Classic
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Panoramic Sunroof
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