2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

33 trims available · 24–25 MPG · 170–200 HP

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2012 HIGHLIGHTS

Best Value

Base

$18,995 MSRP

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Best Fuel Economy

Base

25 MPG combined

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Most Powerful

2.0T Turbo PZEV

200 HP

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Trim Levels

ALL 2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE TRIMS

Trim	Body	Engine	MPG	HP	Seats	MSRP	Score
BaseTop Rated	Hatchback	2L 4	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	MyCar Score™72.5	Look Up VIN
Base	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$18,995	MyCar Score™70.9	Look Up VIN
PZEV	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$18,995	MyCar Score™70.9	Look Up VIN
2.5L	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$19,795	MyCar Score™70.6	Look Up VIN
2.5L PZEV	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$19,795	MyCar Score™70.6	Look Up VIN
2.5L	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$20,895	MyCar Score™70.1	Look Up VIN
2.5L PZEV	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$20,895	MyCar Score™70.1	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo PZEV	Hatchback	2L	24	200	4	$23,395	MyCar Score™69.7	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo	Hatchback	2L	24	200	4	$23,395	MyCar Score™69.7	Look Up VIN
2.5L PZEV	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$22,295	MyCar Score™69.6	Look Up VIN
2.5L	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$22,295	MyCar Score™69.6	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo PZEV	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$24,495	MyCar Score™69.4	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$24,495	MyCar Score™69.4	Look Up VIN
2.0T White Turbo Launch Edition PZEV	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$24,950	MyCar Score™69.2	Look Up VIN
2.0T Black Turbo Launch Edition PZEV	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$24,950	MyCar Score™69.2	Look Up VIN
2.0T White Turbo Launch Edition	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$24,950	MyCar Score™69.2	Look Up VIN
2.0T Black Turbo Launch Edition	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$24,950	MyCar Score™69.2	Look Up VIN
2.5L	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$23,395	MyCar Score™69.1	Look Up VIN
2.5L PZEV	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$23,395	MyCar Score™69.1	Look Up VIN
2.5L	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$24,095	MyCar Score™68.9	Look Up VIN
2.5L PZEV	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$24,095	MyCar Score™68.9	Look Up VIN
2.5L	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$24,265	MyCar Score™68.8	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo	Hatchback	2L	24	200	4	$26,395	MyCar Score™68.6	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo PZEV	Hatchback	2L	24	200	4	$26,395	MyCar Score™68.6	Look Up VIN
2.5L	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$25,195	MyCar Score™68.5	Look Up VIN
2.5L PZEV	Hatchback	2.5L	25	170	4	$25,195	MyCar Score™68.5	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo PZEV	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$27,495	MyCar Score™68.3	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$27,495	MyCar Score™68.3	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$28,165	MyCar Score™68	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo	Hatchback	2L	24	200	4	$27,995	MyCar Score™68	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo PZEV	Hatchback	2L	24	200	4	$27,995	MyCar Score™68	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo PZEV	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$29,095	MyCar Score™67.7	Look Up VIN
2.0T Turbo	Hatchback	2L	25	200	4	$29,095	MyCar Score™67.7	Look Up VIN

Base

Top Rated

MyCar Score™72.5

Body

Hatchback

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Base

MyCar Score™70.9

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$18,995

Drive

front wheel drive

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PZEV

MyCar Score™70.9

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$18,995

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L

MyCar Score™70.6

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$19,795

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L PZEV

MyCar Score™70.6

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$19,795

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L

MyCar Score™70.1

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$20,895

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L PZEV

MyCar Score™70.1

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$20,895

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo PZEV

MyCar Score™69.7

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$23,395

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo

MyCar Score™69.7

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$23,395

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L PZEV

MyCar Score™69.6

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$22,295

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L

MyCar Score™69.6

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$22,295

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo PZEV

MyCar Score™69.4

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$24,495

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo

MyCar Score™69.4

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$24,495

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T White Turbo Launch Edition PZEV

MyCar Score™69.2

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$24,950

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Black Turbo Launch Edition PZEV

MyCar Score™69.2

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$24,950

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T White Turbo Launch Edition

MyCar Score™69.2

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$24,950

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Black Turbo Launch Edition

MyCar Score™69.2

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$24,950

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L

MyCar Score™69.1

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$23,395

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L PZEV

MyCar Score™69.1

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$23,395

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L

MyCar Score™68.9

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$24,095

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L PZEV

MyCar Score™68.9

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$24,095

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L

MyCar Score™68.8

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$24,265

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo

MyCar Score™68.6

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$26,395

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo PZEV

MyCar Score™68.6

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$26,395

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L

MyCar Score™68.5

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$25,195

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.5L PZEV

MyCar Score™68.5

Body

Hatchback

MPG

170

Seats

MSRP

$25,195

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo PZEV

MyCar Score™68.3

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$27,495

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo

MyCar Score™68.3

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$27,495

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo

MyCar Score™68

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$28,165

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo

MyCar Score™68

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$27,995

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo PZEV

MyCar Score™68

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$27,995

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo PZEV

MyCar Score™67.7

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$29,095

Drive

front wheel drive

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2.0T Turbo

MyCar Score™67.7

Body

Hatchback

MPG

200

Seats

MSRP

$29,095

Drive

front wheel drive

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At a Glance

KEY SPECS

Body Type

Hatchback

MPG Range

24–25 MPG

HP Range

170–200 HP

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Specs: NHTSA vPIC databaseSafety: NHTSA Complaints & RecallsFuel economy: EPAMyCar Score™: mycarneedsthis.com independent rating

Safety & Warranty

PROTECTION & COVERAGE

Safety Ratings

2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2 DR FWD

NHTSA Overall

★★★★☆(4/5)

Frontal Crash

★★★★☆(4/5)

Side Crash

★★★★★(5/5)

Side Pole

★★★★★(5/5)

Rollover

★★★★☆(4/5)

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. nhtsa.gov/ratings

Family & Safety

IS THIS A GOOD FAMILY CAR?

Car Seat Usability

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LATCH System

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) is required on all US vehicles from 2003 onward.

✓ LATCH anchors required

Helpful Guides

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Common Questions

2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE FAQ

How many recalls does a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle have?▾

NHTSA recall data for the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is being updated. Always verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov before purchasing.

What is the fuel economy of a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle?▾

The 2012 Volkswagen Beetle gets 24–25 MPG combined depending on trim level and drivetrain configuration.

What is the best 2012 Volkswagen Beetle trim to buy used?▾

Based on MyCar Score™ ratings, the base trim scores highest at 72.5 out of 100, balancing value, fuel economy, and specifications.

Is the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle a good used car?▾

The 2012 Volkswagen Beetle has an average MyCar Score™ of 69 out of 100. MyCar Score™ weighs NHTSA safety ratings, recall history, fuel economy, and value. This is a competitive score for the segment.

How much does a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle cost used?▾

New MSRP for the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle ranged from $18,995 to $29,095. Used prices vary by mileage, trim, and condition. Run a free VIN lookup to check a specific vehicle.

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