2016 Volkswagen Beetle Reliability

Type: Beetle Coupe
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People Paid:
$10,463-$15,363

MPG City: 23-25

MPG Hwy:

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Great

85/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

86/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

80/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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Best Compact Car of 2016

All JD Power rankings are powered by VIN verified vehicle owners. See ratings methodology.

Compact Car

Rating

#1 MINI Cooper Clubman
87
#2 Toyota Corolla
86
#3 Volkswagen Beetle
84
#3 Buick Verano
84
#3 Toyota Prius
84

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43215

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2016 Volkswagen Beetle after 90-days of ownership.

Vehicle acceleration
Coordination of interior colors and textures
The vehicle's audio system

Owners Don't Like

The problems experienced by owners of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle during the first 90-days of ownership.

Amount of trunk/hatch space
Comfort of the 2nd row seats
Rear visibility

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Performance Specs

MPG City

23 - 25

MPG Hwy

Horsepower

170 - 210

Transmission

5 speed, Manual w/OD, 6 speed, Automatic w/OD, 6 speed, Auto-Shift Manual w/OD, 6 speed, Manual w/OD

Engine

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Great

85/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

86/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

80/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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