Trim Report

Volkswagen Beetle SE2017

Includes:BEETLE|SE
$6,599
Starting From
4
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $6,599
Max $15,999
From $6,599
Fresh

SE Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$10,394
$10K–$35K
49 listings70,918 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

2017 Volkswagen Beetle SE Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Beetle SE

Location data for all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle trims combined

37States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 36 other states nationwide.

Volkswagen Beetle Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 15 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
15
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 15 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
04Unknown Or Other,lane Departure,back Over Prevention1
05Latches/locks/linkages1
15 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
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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)

2017 Volkswagen Beetle SE FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SE compare to other Volkswagen Beetle trims?

Every Volkswagen Beetle trim targets a different buyer. The 2017 model page compares all available trims side by side.

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

Maintenance costs for the SE 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 SE?

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