Trim Report

Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune2016

Includes:BEETLE|1.8T Dune
$8,850
Starting From
15
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 15 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $8,850
Max $25,845
From $8,850
Fresh

1.8T Dune Market Overview

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 1.8T Dune Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune

Location data for all 2016 Volkswagen Beetle trims combined

37States

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

Volkswagen Beetle Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2016 Volkswagen Beetle trims

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
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Volkswagen Beetle Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2016 Volkswagen Beetle trims

26–28mpg combined
·
23-25city
·
30-33hwy
·
$2,400-$2,600/yr

Fuel economy for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle ranges from 26 to 28 MPG combined across 9 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Beetle - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle Convertible - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr7/10 Clean
Beetle Dune - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average
Beetle Dune Convertible - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average
Beetle - Automatic (AM-S6)
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$2,600/yr6/10 Average
Beetle - Manual 6-spd
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city31 hwy~$2,600/yr6/10 Average
Beetle Convertible - Automatic (AM-S6)
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city30 hwy~$2,600/yr6/10 Average
Beetle Convertible - Manual 6-spd
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city31 hwy~$2,600/yr6/10 Average

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

1.8T Dune Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune

How does the 1.8T Dune compare to other Volkswagen Beetle trims?

The 1.8T Dune occupies a distinct position in the Volkswagen Beetle range. See how it stacks up on the 2016 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune?

Maintenance costs for the 1.8T Dune align with the broader Volkswagen Beetle ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2016 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune?

For the 1.8T Dune, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volkswagen Beetle buyer's guide.

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