The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle will be the final edition of the German automaker's charming hatchback and convertible. The Beetle continues to offer distinctive looks and plenty of character for the price of a conventional compact.
What's New for 2019
Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are now standard across the lineup. The entry-level S gains chrome side accents and body-color door handles and mirrors. Final Edition versions of the SE and SEL carry special interior features and badging.
Choosing Your Volkswagen Beetle
The Beetle might be on its final lap, but its powertrain was introduced just last year. Every model carries a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes 174 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. VW's Tiptronic six-speed automatic transmission delivers power to the front wheels. This setup achieves an EPA-estimated 26 miles per gallon city, 33 mpg highway, and 29 combined.
Although the Beetle wears the profile of a coupe, it's actually a hatchback with 29.9 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seat folded. Convertibles have a conventional trunk that holds 7.1 cubic feet. Both body styles are offered in the same four trim levels:
Owning one of the last Volkswagen Beetles produced is a pretty big deal, so we recommend going all the way up to the Final Edition SEL. It's the only model that combines the commemorative packaging with the upscale features of the Premium Package. Getting one in Stonewashed Blue or Safari Uni would be a bonus.