Compare 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle - Details
Pricing | |||
MSRP | $20,990 | $15,270 | $13,225 |
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Invoice | $19,976 | $14,735 | $12,431 |
Destination | $650 | $670 | $720 |
Interior Edit | |||
Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Optional |
Auxiliary Visors | N/A | N/A | Dual |
Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Clock | In-overhead Console | In-radio Display | In-dash |
Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Ashtray | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
Floor Mats | Carpet Front | Rubber Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
Front Windows | Power | Power | Manual |
Rear Windows | Fixed | Power | Fixed |
1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
Tachometer | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | N/A | Front |
Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
Fuel Door Release | Power | N/A | Mechanical |
Remote Trunk Release | Power | N/A | N/A |
Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | Optional |
Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather/metal-look | Urethane |
Seats Edit | |||
Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
Standard Seating | 4 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 4-way |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 4-way |
Front Armrests | Center | N/A | Center |
Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable | Adjustable |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | N/A |
Rear Seats | Full Bench | 60-40 Split-bench | Full Bench |
Rear Head Restraints | 2 - W/tilt | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
Seat Trim | Leatherette | Cloth | Cloth |
Entertainment Edit | |||
Radio | SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | N/A |
MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Speakers | 6 Performance | 6 | 4 |
Amplifier | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | N/A |
Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Navigation System | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Safety and Security Edit | |||
Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | N/A | N/A |
Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Optional |
LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | N/A |
Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Optional |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Optional |
Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Manual |
Rear Child Safety Door Locks | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Optional |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | N/A |
First Aid Kit | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Overview | |||
Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
Warranty Edit | |||
Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
Exterior Edit | |||
Antenna | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
Body Material | Composite/galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
Grille Trim | N/A | Black | Black |
Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
Door Count | 2 Doors | 4 Doors | 2 Doors |
Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual |
Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | N/A |
Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
Rear Step Bumper | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Front Tires | P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS | P195/55HR15.0 BSW AS | P185/60SR15.0 BSW AS |
Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 15" Machined Aluminum | 15" Steel |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
Rear Window Wipers | N/A | Regular | Fixed Interval |
Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Mechanical Edit | |||
Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | SOHC | DOHC |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Brake Assist | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
Engine Block Heater | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | Optional |
Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Electronic Stability System | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | Optional | N/A |
Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD |
Axle Ratio | 3.87 | 4.29 | 3.53 |
Specifications Edit | |||
Exterior Length | 161.1 " | 157.4 " | 150.6 " |
Exterior Body Width | 67.9 " | 66.2 " | 66.7 " |
Exterior Height | 59.0 " | 60.0 " | 60.0 " |
Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 1.5L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
Horsepower | 150 @ 5,000 Rpm | 109 @ 5,800 Rpm | 106 @ 6,000 Rpm |
Torque | 170 @ 3,750 Rpm | 105 @ 4,800 Rpm | 103 @ 4,200 Rpm |
SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Fuel Economy - City | 20 Mpg | 28 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
Fuel Economy - Highway | 29 Mpg | 34 Mpg | 36 Mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.7 Seconds | 9.5 Seconds | 9.4 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Time | 16.7 Seconds | 16.9 Seconds | 17.2 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Speed | 82 Mph | 84 Mph | 80 Mph |
Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .8 | .8 |
Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 60 Mph | 60 Mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | 3.25/3.65 " | 2.87/3.52 " | 2.95/3.33 " |
Curb Weight | 2,965 Lbs. | 2,471 Lbs. | 2,290 Lbs. |
Payload | 772 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
Wheelbase | 98.8 " | 96.5 " | 96.9 " |
Front Track | 59.4 " | 57.3 " | 57.9 " |
Rear Track | 58.8 " | 57.1 " | 57.5 " |
Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 17.2 '' | 15.4 '' |
Drag Coefficient | .38 | N/A | .29 |
Front Legroom | 39.4 " | 41.9 " | 40.3 " |
Rear Legroom | 33.5 " | 33.7 " | 33.8 " |
Front Headroom | 38.2 " | 40.6 " | 39.4 " |
Rear Headroom | 36.7 " | 38.6 " | 37.9 " |
Front Hip Room | N/A | 51.2 " | 50.0 " |
Rear Hip Room | N/A | 51.0 " | 46.7 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 52.8 " | 52.8 " | 51.4 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 49.3 " | 50.6 " | 50.4 " |
Luggage Volume | 12.0 Cu.ft. | 21.3 Cu.ft. | 9.3 Cu.ft. |
Luggage Volume (max) | 27.1 Cu.ft. | 41.9 Cu.ft. | 25.7 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 81 Cu.ft. | 90 Cu.ft. | 84 Cu.ft. |
Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 10.8 Gal. | 11.1 Gal. |
Cost To Own | |||
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Passenger's | 4 | 5 | 4 |
Rear Seat | 3 | N/A | 3 |
Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | N/A | N/A |
Driver's | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Front Seat | 5 | N/A | 3 |
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 3 | N/A | N/A |
Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Overall Rear | good | poor | marginal |
Chest | good | good | good |
Driver Torso | poor | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head Protection | acceptable | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Overall Front | good | good | good |
Overall Side | poor | good | good |
Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | acceptable | good |
Restraints | good | good | good |
Driver Pelvis/Leg | marginal | acceptable | good |
Right Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | good |
Head/Neck | good | good | acceptable |
Dynamic Rating | good | poor | marginal |