Volkswagen Beetle

Years2011–2018
Generations4
Total variants86
Body stylesHatchback · Convertible
DesignerFerdinand Porsche
AssemblyFull list
SuccessorVolkswagen Golf Mk1 * Volkswagen Gol * Volkswagen New Beetle

The Volkswagen Beetle is a hatchback and convertible model, produced 2011–2018, spanning 4 generations with 86 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Beetle Coupé (2016-2018), Beetle Cabrio (2016-2018), Beetle Cabrio (2013-2016) and Beetle 5C (2011-2016). Body styles across the Beetle lineage span hatchback and convertible, reflecting different market positions throughout production. The Beetle 5C (2011-2016) generation is the most extensively documented, with 38 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

Generations · 4

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Quick answers
How many generations does the Volkswagen Beetle have?

The Volkswagen Beetle has 4 generations with 86 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Volkswagen Beetle produced?

The Volkswagen Beetle has been produced 2011–2018. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Volkswagen Beetle?

The Volkswagen Beetle is available as Hatchback, Convertible. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

A5 LCIPlatform · 2 body variants
A5 CabrioPlatform · 1 body variant
5CPlatform · 1 body variant
Cost calculator

What would this actually cost you?

28,892Estimated total · €5,778 per year
  • Depreciation12,141
  • Fuel / energy7,481
  • Insurance3,750
  • Maintenance3,000
  • Road tax2,520

Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.

Across · Hatchback

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPriceScore
Beetle 5C (2011-2016)2011–2016143 hp9.4 s38€21k–€37k★ 3.2
Beetle Coupé (2016-2018)2016–2018158 hp8.9 s6€27k–€41k★ 2.8

Equipment

Beetle Coupé (2016-2018)

Does the Volkswagen Beetle have parking sensors?
Standard (front & rear)on 4 of 6 versions
Does the Volkswagen Beetle have cruise control?
Standardon all versions
Does the Volkswagen Beetle have built-in navigation?
Optionalon all versions
Does the Volkswagen Beetle have ISOFIX?
Standardon all versions
Does the Volkswagen Beetle have Bluetooth?
Optional, in a packageon all versions
Does the Volkswagen Beetle have a driver airbag?
Standardon all versions