2016 Volkswagen Beetle

$8,785
from
54
listings
$9K–$26K
price range
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Low$8,785
High$25,995
From$8,785
Avg Mileage90,741 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 54 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Trims

All Trims Combined
From$8,785
$9K–$26K
54 listings90,741 avg miles
1.8T
From$4,599
74 listings|$5K–$32K
1.8T Classic
From$6,999
20 listings|$7K–$22K
1.8T Dune
From$8,785
14 listings|$9K–$35K
1.8T S
From$11,992
31 listings|$12K–$27K
1.8T SE
From$9,100
21 listings|$9K–$30K
1.8T SEL
From$12,637
10 listings|$13K–$30K
2.0T
From$6,885
51 listings|$7K–$31K
2.0T Coast
From$11,995
18 listings|$12K–$30K
2.0T Final Edition SEL
From$22,604
16 listings|$23K–$46K
2.0T S
From$9,500
74 listings|$10K–$37K
2.0T SE
From$14,713
40 listings|$15K–$38K
2.5
From$2,500
113 listings|$3K–$20K
2.5 Fender
From$11,500
5 listings|$12K–$23K
Final Edition
From$8,149
4 listings|$8K–$14K
GL
From$2,490
8 listings|$2K–$10K
GLS
From$700
30 listings|$700–$20K
R-Line
From$9,999
22 listings|$10K–$24K
R-Line SE
From$13,777
3 listings|$14K–$21K
S
From$2,900
15 listings|$3K–$13K
SE
From$6,599
4 listings|$7K–$16K
TDI
From$5,550
47 listings|$6K–$20K
Turbo
From$6,500
21 listings|$7K–$19K

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Pricing

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Volkswagen Beetle Safety & Reliability

Moderate

With 1 recalls and 58 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
58
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.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 58 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags41
02Unknown Or Other2
03Steering2
04Air Bags,vehicle Speed Control,service Brakes1
05Power Train,vehicle Speed Control1
58 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

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Where to Find 2016 Volkswagen Beetle

37States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (10%), 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 58 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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