Trim Report

Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition2014

Includes:BEETLE|Final Edition

Final Edition Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,999
$5K–$25K
86 listings94,767 avg miles
1.8T
From$3,900
87 listings|$4K–$30K
1.8T Classic
From$7,970
24 listings|$8K–$24K
1.8T Dune
From$8,850
15 listings|$9K–$26K
1.8T S
From$6,999
20 listings|$7K–$27K
1.8T SE
From$9,000
28 listings|$9K–$32K
1.8T SEL
From$6,700
13 listings|$7K–$29K
2.0T
From$1,250
57 listings|$1K–$22K
2.0T Coast
From$12,995
18 listings|$13K–$30K
2.0T Final Edition SEL
From$18,300
11 listings|$18K–$50K
2.0T S
From$11,531
58 listings|$12K–$37K
2.0T SE
From$15,000
44 listings|$15K–$35K
2.5
From$4,450
118 listings|$4K–$27K
2.5 Fender
From$11,995
4 listings|$12K–$20K
GL
From$2,490
7 listings|$2K–$6K
GLS
From$700
51 listings|$700–$15K
R-Line
From$6,900
18 listings|$7K–$25K
S
From$2,900
24 listings|$3K–$15K
SE
From$4,500
8 listings|$5K–$16K
TDI
From$9,995
34 listings|$10K–$21K
Turbo
From$2,000
21 listings|$2K–$14K
Data coming soon
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Volkswagen Beetle Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2014 Volkswagen Beetle trims

Elevated

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 54 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
54
Complaints
3
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
14V6580002014-20-10
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Beetle vehicles manufactured June 13, 2013, to July 3, 2014. The glass sunroofs in the affected vehicles may break when the vehicles are operated over a hard road surface or strike a pothole.

Vehicle occupants could be injured by falling glass. A sunroof break during vehicle operation also increases the risk of driver distraction and a resulting vehicle crash.

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20V7850002020-16-12
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle has accumulated 54 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags11
02Electrical System7
03Engine5
04Structure3
05Visibility/wiper3
54 total across 1 model years (2014–2014)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Beetle Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2014 Volkswagen Beetle trims

23–32mpg combined
·
21-28city
·
27-40hwy
·
$2,500-$2,950/yr

With 14 configurations tested, the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle ranges from 23 to 32 MPG combined. That's a 9 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Beetle - Automatic (AM-S6)
32mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
28 city40 hwy~$2,650/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle Convertible - Automatic (AM-S6)
31mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
27 city38 hwy~$2,750/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle - Manual 6-spd
30mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
27 city39 hwy~$2,800/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle Convertible - Manual 6-spd
30mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
27 city39 hwy~$2,800/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle - Manual 5-spd
27mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle Convertible - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle - Automatic (S6)
25mpg
2.5L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$2,700/yr6/10 Average
Beetle - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.5L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$2,700/yr6/10 Average
Beetle Convertible - Automatic (S6)
23mpg
2.5L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Final Edition Worth It?

Common questions about the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition

How does the Final Edition compare to other Volkswagen Beetle trims?

Every Volkswagen Beetle trim targets a different buyer. The 2014 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition?

Maintenance costs for the Final Edition align with the broader Volkswagen Beetle ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2014 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volkswagen Beetle Final Edition year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volkswagen Beetle overview compares all years side by side.

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