2016 Volkswagen Beetle

$6,700
from
61
listings
$7K–$24K
price range
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Low$6,700
High$23,995
From$6,700
Avg Mileage88,934 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 61 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Trims

All Trims Combined
From$6,700
$7K–$24K
61 listings88,934 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

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Pricing

Price Trend

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$6K$9K$12K$15K$18KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$6,700
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Volkswagen Beetle Safety & Reliability

Moderate

With 1 recalls and 57 complaints, the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle rates as moderate on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
57
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
22V9450002022-21-12
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle Convertibles 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.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 57 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags41
02Unknown Or Other2
03Steering2
04Power Train,vehicle Speed Control1
05Electrical System,air Bags,unknown Or Other1
57 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen Beetle Fuel Economy

Where to Find 2016 Volkswagen Beetle

37States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 36 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

Buying a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle a good car to buy?

The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle?

You'll get between 26 and 28 MPG combined from the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle?

Out of 57 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2016 compare to other Volkswagen Beetle years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Volkswagen Beetle model years. Visit the Volkswagen Beetle buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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