2001
Volkswagen New Beetle

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$21,175
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  • 2dr Cpe GL Manual
    Starts at
    $15,900
    22 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GL Auto
    Starts at
    $16,775
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GLS Manual
    Starts at
    $16,850
    22 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GLS Auto
    Starts at
    $17,725
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GLS TDI Manual
    Starts at
    $17,900
    42 City / 49 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Diesel I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GLS TDI Auto
    Starts at
    $18,775
    34 City / 44 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Diesel I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GLS Turbo Manual
    Starts at
    $19,000
    25 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GLS Turbo Auto
    Starts at
    $19,875
    23 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe Sport Turbo Manual
    Starts at
    $20,250
    25 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe GLX Turbo Manual
    Starts at
    $21,175
    25 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
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    Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 2dr Cpe GLX Turbo Auto
    Starts at
    $22,050
    23 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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Safety review

Based on the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
3/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
2 years / 24,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

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Age / mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles
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Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
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  • 2000
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Consumer reviews

76% of drivers recommend this car
4.0 / 5
Based on 25 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 3.9
Performance 4.2
Value 3.7
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 3.8

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By BillieWiley5827 from Conway,SC
Owns this car
October 23, 2019

The awesome car that I ever owned

This car is the best for me. I always wanted a Beetle and then I was able to buy one in September of 2015. Love it.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Daniel from Boissevain va
Owns this car
August 24, 2019

It does okay

It drives and runs great just the shifter cable ends are crap and they are hard to find and there's no need to buy the hole cable just for the rubber bushings at 200 puls dollars
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 5.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle?

The 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is available in 4 trim levels:

  • GL (2 styles)
  • GLS (6 styles)
  • GLX (2 styles)
  • Sport (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle?

The 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 29 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle reliable?

The 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle has an average reliability rating of 3.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle owners.

Is the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. 76.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.0 / 5
Based on 25 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 3.9
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 3.7
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 3.8
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