Used 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 Beetle, so we've included reviews for other years of the Beetle since its last redesign.
Nice Car looks great it’s a Beetle
Stephen, 07/01/2018
2017 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Classic 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
Good on gas Looks good to
A low cost sports car OK for large people!
Bootsdog, 03/11/2019
updated 03/20/2025
2017 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T S 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Even better than the earlier "New Beetle" in nearly every way, although some may miss the flower vase. Much better acceleration and better handling, while getting significantly higher gas mileage - Over 30 mpg at high speed highway, and averaging over 25 mpg on country roads. Plenty of shoulder and head room for big people, still surprising in such a small car. A couple of things to be aware of include: It is not a cushy ride, you will feel the road. So long trips are not as nice as in a big floating ride. The tires that come on the car are wearing well, but have awful grip in wet and snow. And, don't expect smooth shifting if you are an aggressive driver. But it is fun to drive, and people still comment on it, even though the model is about to be discontinued. Great value under $20K. Replaced tires with a different brand in 2021, much better. Still no issues with vehicle itself other than standard maintenance. Update after nearly 8 years: knock on wood, still reliable with no issues other than standard maintenance. Windshield has been replaced from a rock strike and front grill is getting pitted from so many rocks, but not a defect. Replaced the original battery at 7+ years. Update at 60k: still reliable, but it was time to do a larger preventive maintenance. Hope the $1k investment will be good for another 60k. Tire wear substantial on front, as i have not properly rotated them.
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First Bug
lgibsonjr, 10/26/2019
updated 11/28/2023
2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Wolfsburg Edition 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I leased a new 2016 Beetle Wolfsburg Edition. If you think of the Beetle as a two-seater to zip around town you won't be disappointed. The back seats are too upright and not very comfortable and cargo space is limited. Be careful backing out of parking spaces as the view is obstructed by the large pillars and back seat headrests. That being said, the Beetle has plenty of power and maneuvers quite well. The unique look of the Beetle, as always, makes it stand out. Overall, it's fun to drive and so far, has been reliable with no mechanical issues. Update: After my lease I bought my Beetle. It still runs great. I'm two months shy of 5 years with this car and 40 miles short of 50,000 miles. I removed the back seat headrests, so my rear-view vision is better. That sounds like a minor point, but it made a big difference. Another Update: It's been 8 years, 67,000 miles, two recalls, two battery replacements, and regular maintenance. My Beetle is still running strong. At a time of inflated auto prices (new and used) it feels good to have a reliable car.
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Looks great, but that's about it
James, 02/24/2018
2017 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T S 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
The looks of the Beetle are great, but the driving experience is very underwhelming. Tons of road noise & not that easy to see out of the rear. Car handles & accelerates ok but the interior fabric & armrests feel rather cheap. Much nicer feeling small cars on the market like the NIssan Sentra & Honda Civic, they just don't have the Beetle look.
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2016 VW Dune Review
Rich Mest, 08/30/2016
updated 09/04/2019
2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune PZEV 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 24 people found this review helpful
Volkswagen gets "F" as far as I am concerned. I love the car but I have had it for a month but do not drive it because I want an invisible Bra for it and not even VW can help me. I want mud flaps for the car and you cannot get it. The Cargo mat if you have the speakers in the door, you have to cut it yourself to fit around the speaker in the truck. Terrible. Nice car but VW needs to make accessories available for the models they produce. Perhaps they are too worried about cheating on Fuel mileage tests than taking care of the people who would like to enhance the image of their vehicles.
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Nothing buggy about the 2018 beetle
Nh, 04/20/2023
2018 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great Mileage Fits in any parking space It stands out on the road as everyone knows the beetle Great car love it Beetles are wonderful to drive
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2018 Beetle FAV car!
Mercury Rising, 02/18/2025
2018 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I thought I loved my 1973 Karmann Guia. It was live and loud inside like a mini Porsche. It was low to the ground and very fun to drive, but my 2018 Beetle is even more fun! The 2018 Beetle has an almost Beetle-esque luxury feel, but the drive is recognizably VW. The 2018 Beetle is an unexpected pleasure to own.