Trim Report

Volkswagen Beetle TDI2016

Includes:BEETLE|TDI
$9,995
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34
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Where to Find Volkswagen Beetle TDI

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.

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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 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
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23-25city
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30-33hwy
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$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)

2016 Volkswagen Beetle TDI FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the TDI compare to other Volkswagen Beetle trims?

Every Volkswagen Beetle trim targets a different buyer. The 2016 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle TDI?

The TDI shares its core mechanicals with other Volkswagen Beetle trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for air bags issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. The 2016 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Beetle TDI?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volkswagen Beetle TDI 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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