Used 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 Beetle Convertible, so we've included reviews for other years of the Beetle Convertible since its last redesign.
Beachy Keen!
Jeff, 01/31/2019
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2.0T S 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
I adore this car. I have had American, Asian and German automobiles. This German/Mexico built sun rider is the best and most fun all around vehicle I have ever had. The sound/entertainment system is outstanding. Comfort is excellent. Mood lighting is striking and fun. I find reasons to ride around in this car because it is very sporty and fun. I get more compliments on this vehicle than I have received on any of my other vehicles. I just can’t stop loving this beetle! Top down or up, it’s a very fun, safe and retro ride. Fit and finish is as expected from Volkswagen. Tons of places to store stuff, but being a convertible the boot/trunk storage is low. Definitely adequate though for what I need a boot/trunk for. Sport mode turns the beetle into a race car. It’s very easy to speed. My warranty from Volkswagen is great. I have all servicing paid for, for the next 3 years. I just can’t stop bragging about my little white bug convertible.
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Head rests too limiting
Faith, 09/25/2016
updated 09/27/2017
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T w/Sound, Navigation, Prod. End 12/14 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
Haven't had it long but so far I love it. Fun to drive with lots of spunk. The cons are: climate control is either too much or not enough. Doesn't seem to be much of a middle road; Major issue with visibility. The head rests in back present a big blind spot when backing out. Of course the camera helps but can't give visual past each sides limits. I don't see any way around this without reducing size of headrests. After owning the car for awhile now I still have the same two complaints - limited visibility due to size of headrests and lack of adjustments with climate control. The convertible top operation is very smooth and easy to operate. Still really like the car.
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Classy,sex and spunky
Becca T, 05/22/2019
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T w/Technology 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have a 2015 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle. I LOVE this car. I travel for work and am on and off the expressways. I often have to parallel park in Chicago and fit into tight spaces. I get around 35 miles to the gallon on expressway. And...don't get me started on the excitement of the turbo power getting on the expressway. This is by far the best car I have ever owned. Let's talk dependability..... unbelievably the best! I have almost 160,000 miles and nothing but normal maintenance has been needed. I drive mine year around. Living in Michigan I get alot of snow. And living on the lake even more snow. I have never had a issue getting around in the winter. Summer's driving in between appointments is a total destresser with the top down. This car is a must have.
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VW Overestimate Gas Mileage
Michael Belmont, 12/29/2017
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T SE 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I'm getting a combined average gas mileage of only a little over 23 mpg. That's well below the combined average on the sticker of 27 mpg. My 2009 MINI convertible that traded in was get about 27 mpg combined with the top down and air conditioning on. The top up and heat on on the VW hasn't improved mpg. I'd give a 5 star rating with better gas mileage.
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Automotive antidepressant!
McLaurin, 10/23/2016
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T S 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
My VW Beetle Convertible is perfect in the city for urban driving while also being remarkably comfortable and well suited to the highway for long trips. It has just enough features to make it feel modern without going overboard and having too much gimmickry and engineering. The styling is excellent, interior room is abundant (even for tall drivers like me), and performance is peppy and smooth as silk. I regard this car as underrated and under-appreciated by the reviewers. Anyone who drives it for even one day will be grinning from ear to ear.
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A Beetle that drives FAR BETTER than expected!
Jim Davis, 04/09/2018
updated 10/16/2018
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible R-Line PZEV w/Sound, Navigation 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
The R-Line Beetle is a very fun niche car--you need to know what you're getting into or you may not be satisfied. The DSG transmission can feel jerky in stop and go LA traffic--it was built for open road and great shifting and excels at that. The turbo takes a minute to spin up from a stop, but cruising down the road the power is always there, always available and it's ready to get out of the way in an instant. Everybody wants to compare the Beetle to the Golf GTI--why? If you've never driven a Golf GTI you'll be worlds ahead in enjoying this Beetle as it is; it's not a Golf. Ours is a convertible and "Denim" colored--yes, powder blue. Nobody takes the car seriously because it's always being described as "cute". This is fine as the Beetle is a blast to drive and my first freeway trip I kept thinking "there's no way I'm in a Bug moving through traffic as nimbly as I am". It is really unassuming to take everything you think you know about Beetles and actually drive one of the new Bugs. The strange thing about the R-line, or any loaded Beetle, is that it has great technology, just not all the technology you think it should have. The seats are manual adjustment with a pump action to raise or lower them. The mirrors are not mono-chromatic--to compensate I''ve discovered I can drive with the windscreen up at night (even with top closed) and it helps filter bright headlights. Not having monochromatic mirrors really sucks with todays headlight technology capable of blinding you on dark roads as happens frequently on my 5 hour road trips in the car. Our R-Line has blind side monitors and back up camera, which is desperately needed as the blind spots are huge in this car. It does have an incredibly outstanding Fender sound system--hands down the clearest, best sounding stereo I've experienced in a car. It has booming bass, treble is crytal clear and the volume is loud enough to leave your ears ringing if you desire. As for the convertible operation, you hold the button to open or close the lid, no latches to undo, and it'll raise or lower your windows when finishing the operation. Also, you can click and hold the vehicle remote twice while standing next to the car to open or close the lid as well. There is surprisingly usable trunk space. The back seat does not work very well as a backseat, way too uncomfortable for anything other than a ride around the block. Overall, I love the car despite the quirks it has. It does have "Sport mode" for the transmission, which I call the fun button because it makes the car even more fun to drive and I didn't think that was possible. Sport mode changes the shift patterns and keeps the engine in its RPM's longer which really brings out more of the engines power and pulls like a small freight train--you can actually get pulled back into your seat as the turbo does its magic. The car performs very nimbly in and out of gaps of slow moving traffic and pulls hard up mountain inclines. Its really a blast to drive. Interior space is great--for two people. I'm a large guy at 270 pounds and fit very comfortably with ample shoulder and arm room. Bottom line, this is the funnest car I've ever driven due to its prowess, easy to lay down power and drop top. I get a smile every time I jump in for a ride and try to keep the top down as often as possible. It is a car for people who are not ok blending in with every 4 door sedan that looks just like every other 4 door sedan. It is instantly recognizable and thoroughly modernized.
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Old timers need "cool" too.
Mike Giacomelli, 06/02/2017
updated 12/05/2017
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Classic 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
They are much nicer than you may think. Reality is they are a two person car....but a very cool ride! Still enjoying our "cool ride". Only complaint is the rear visibility is very limited due to the headrests and I'm told for safety's sake they cannot be removed
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getta up and go...
Kapt Karl, 03/03/2019
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Classic 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This car "silver moon metallic Classic" receives kudos from so many drive by's!! Very peppy and fast starts. Very much a keeper! No service issues in 4 years!
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Love it
Cindelu, 10/10/2017
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Classic 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is the sweetest little convertible. Beautiful and sexy. A little tight in the back seat and small trunk but we adore her. Haven't driven in the snow yet but I have had a beetle before and it was fine.
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Great cute Car
Jose C S Leon, 10/11/2018
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2.0T SE 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Check that the car has the PREMIUM package
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German Car - Will I get spanked after warranty?
M Spangler, 09/26/2018
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2.0T S 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 14 people found this review helpful
My wife bought this car because it was orange & a convertible. I was looking through the manual at service intervals; in usual German fashion, it's high maintenance & it's not even a performance car. How often do you think brake fluid should be replaced? I wish it had crank windows so that nothing electrical would go wrong. I think the auto transmission is Japanese , that's a plus. It has a the new 2.0 T; I don't know if it's a newly designed engine or if it was used in other models. I like German cars; I just don't like to own them out of warranty.
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sorry to see you go
warren markowitz, 10/05/2018
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible R-Line SE PZEV 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
well engineered, fun to drive, no major mechanical problems. if they were to make a 2019 model i would lease again
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Gram Team's car
Grams, 01/07/2019
updated 01/08/2024
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love the car! Have had 5 now! Rides great, fun, great gas mileage.
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VW beetle
Jennifer, 09/19/2018
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2.0T S 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love this car!
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Napleton's Dealership, Urbana, IL
Corinne H, 08/01/2017
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T SE 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
I just bought my VW Beetle at Napleton's in Urbana, IL, and the team there made my experience so enjoyable. Matthew Morales was so personable, answering all my questions and making sure I got what I wanted. He made the whole process easy and fun, along with his manager, Derek. Billy walked me through the financing and warrenty process with his great sense of humor. I couldn't have asked for a better group to help me!
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Ode to Joy
John, Winnipeg Manitoba Canada, 05/25/2023
updated 12/04/2023
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this certified used car from a local VW dealer, in 2017, with 18000 km. I only drive it during summers and store parked in unheated garage in winter. With its cheery yellow colour, it brings me joy whenever I see it, drive it and even wash it. I get compliments regularly, along with smiles and thumbs up. This little car squeals off the line, handles beautifully and "runs like snot". The interior is simple yet thoughtful, all controls are easily within reach. Three hiccups, one simply addressed, one warranty replacement and one that eluded the dealership but drained my battery and bank card. With a new battery (and new dealership for ongoing maintenance), the problem still exists but I found a dollar store workaround that I can live with. I'm too old to be racing it like a kid, but every once in a while on an open country highway.... I've often told people: "Designed by Porsche, Inspired by Audi, Priced by Toyota". This car has German engineering and precision written all over it. Never did I ever think I would have bought a VW Beetle but now in my 7th summer, here we are. Update: over last summer's driving season, I got a "squeal" out of my back passenger tire/wheel. It got progressively worse (louder and longer) and was really annoying. By the time I got to the dealership, mechanic could not duplicate or locate issue. Finally in desperation, I left the vehicle overnight and was there when cold-started in morning. Mechanic and I drove around the lot a few times with the squeal finally occurring in his presence. The service advisor came out in a while with a smirk on his face saying "we couldn't find anything wrong" $55.00 please! The squeal was gone for exactly two days and then it returned. Have to find a different mechanic at start of next driving season. Very disappointed in the VW dealership. It will get fixed, but it's crimping my joy in the meanwhile.
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The Black Pearl
Mike S., 11/22/2021
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2.0T SE 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Beautiful car Black on Black Beetle Conv fully loaded runs beautiful still had VW bumper to bumper. Thanks Edmunds
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RLine not meant for big bottoms
Mitch, 11/23/2015
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible R-Line PZEV w/Sound, Navigation, Prod. End 12/14 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 10 people found this review helpful
Beetle R-line front seats are not comfortable for those of us with "larger bottoms" and legs. Also, expensive for a car in this segment.
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Great car
Chris Hough, 06/18/2016
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T S PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful
We use it for a promotional car for our local business, and people love it.
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Mort, 07/07/2018
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim PZEV 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great Car for younger Driver.
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Do not buy
Abigbug, 07/16/2017
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T S 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 43 people found this review helpful
The worst car i have ever had vw does not stand be hind there products stay away from the automatic transmission and do your self a favor buy some thing else trust me
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Beautiful Denim Blue Convertible
Convertible loving Granny, 08/06/2019
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car. Just didnt have the safety features I'm looking for.
Soulshine!!
Soulshine, 05/02/2025
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible R-Line SEL PZEV 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I LOVE this car!
Zippy
Neen, 05/03/2024
updated 05/05/2025
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible #PinkBeetle 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I first leased a new 2014 1.8t convertible, loved it! I gave her back at end of lease then mourned the loss. I then purchased a used 2017 1.8t coupe, again, love it. But, I’d always coveted the 2017 #pinkbeetle once I knew it existed and now I have one of those; convertible. Love most: that turbo engine, they all still came with a CD player (yes, I’m a shameless Boomer), love the slammed appearance without having to alter suspension, and they are just fun to drive in many conditions (no snow in my life). Cheap to maintain, and insure. I’m a big fan! And, the limited edition pink one is just too darned cute, had to have one. One year later…just turned 60k miles, still runs great and flies across the open highways with ease. Still loving this car.
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Good review for a Good car
J.gonzalez Sr, 12/04/2017
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Classic 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
Dealer was excellent. However the location is not near at all.
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Great CONVERTIBL3
BOB, 09/10/2022
updated 03/17/2025
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2.0T S 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Turned into the worst car i ever owned...12k into repair costs. Piece of junk. Bought a 2024 Nissan E
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