Trim Report

Volkswagen Beetle GL2017

Includes:BEETLE|GL
$2,490
Starting From
7
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 7 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $2,490
Max $5,900
From $2,490
Fresh

GL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$8,999
$9K–$33K
54 listings67,593 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

2017 Volkswagen Beetle GL Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Beetle GL

Location data for all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle trims combined

37States

9% of the market sits in California, though listings span 37 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Volkswagen Beetle Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 14 complaints for the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
14
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 14 issues reported over 1 model years, air bags problems are the most common for the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Air Bags6
02Unknown Or Other3
03Electrical System2
04Latches/locks/linkages1
05Steering,vehicle Speed Control,unknown Or Other1
14 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Beetle Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle trims

26–28mpg combined
·
23-24city
·
29-33hwy
·
$2,400-$2,600/yr

The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle delivers 26 to 28 MPG combined across 5 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Beetle - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr6/10 Average
Beetle Convertible - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr6/10 Average
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
23 city29 hwy~$2,600/yr6/10 Average

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

GL Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle GL

How does the GL compare to other Volkswagen Beetle trims?

The GL occupies a distinct position in the Volkswagen Beetle range. See how it stacks up on the 2017 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle GL?

Maintenance costs for the GL align with the broader Volkswagen Beetle ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Beetle GL?

For the GL, 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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