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2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 23–34 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 small car configurations, MY2019. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle at a glance
The 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle covers 8 model years in the EPA database (56 configurations in all), rated 23–34 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2019, costs about $2,270 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (29 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and diesel. EPA changed the ratings in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. The best combined rating in the generation, 34 MPG, was reached in 2015.
2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gas | 29 MPG | $2,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 29 MPG | $2,260–$2,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 26–28 MPG | $2,370–$2,560 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 26–28 MPG | $2,350–$2,550 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas, Diesel | 25–34 MPG | $2,380–$3,210 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Diesel | 23–32 MPG | $2,380–$3,210 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Diesel | 23–32 MPG | $2,610–$3,370 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 24–25 MPG | $2,610–$3,360 | First year |
What the 2019 Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$189
$2,270 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.78
Per 100 miles
$15.13
Five years
$11,350
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$960less a year
Class median $3,230 a year, MY2019
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,260 to $2,270, $10 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,270 |
| Beetle | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,270 |
2018 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
29 MPG · $2,260–$2,270/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 29 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,370 to $2,260, $110 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dune Convertible (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,260 |
| Dune | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,260 |
| Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,270 |
| Beetle | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,270 |
2017 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
26–28 MPG · $2,370–$2,560/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,350 to $2,370, $20 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,370 |
| Beetle 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,370 |
| Dune Convertible | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,440 |
| Dune | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,440 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 29 | 26 | $2,560 |
2016 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
26–28 MPG · $2,350–$2,550/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 34 to 28 MPG, down 6. Its annual cost goes from $2,800 to $2,350, $450 less.
Gas configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,350 |
| Convertible 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,360 |
| Beetle 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,360 |
| Dune Convertible | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Dune | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 26 | $2,470 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,520 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,520 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,550 |
2015 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
25–34 MPG · $2,380–$3,210/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration moves from 32 to 34 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,980 to $2,800, $180 less.
Gas configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 32 | 27 | $2,380 |
| Convertible 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,440 |
| Beetle 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,440 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $3,090 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,130 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,130 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $3,210 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 39 | 34 | $2,800 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 39 | 34 | $2,800 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 30 | 38 | 33 | $2,840 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 29 | 39 | 33 | $2,860 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
23–32 MPG · $2,380–$3,210/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,980.
Gas configurations (10)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 32 | 27 | $2,380 |
| Convertible 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,440 |
| Beetle 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,440 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $3,090 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,130 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,130 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Beetle 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $3,210 |
| Convertible 2.5L 5-cyl | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,780 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 40 | 32 | $2,980 |
| Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 38 | 31 | $3,070 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
23–32 MPG · $2,610–$3,370/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 32 MPG, up 7. Its annual cost goes from $2,610 to $2,980, $370 more.
Gas configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Beetle 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,230 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,370 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,370 |
| Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,370 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible 2.5L 5-cyl | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,780 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 40 | 32 | $2,980 |
| Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $3,070 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Volkswagen Beetle MPG
24–25 MPG · $2,610–$3,360/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Beetle 2.5L 5-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 5-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,640 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,240 |
| Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,360 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,090 in California and $1,980 in Texas, a $1,110 difference.
- California $3,090
- Washington $2,860
- New York $2,270
- Florida $2,150
- Texas $1,980
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle get?
EPA rates the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle at 23–34 MPG combined across 56 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2015 Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 34 MPG (30 city, 39 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 23–29 MPG; Diesel: 31–34 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle?
The Beetle 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 34 MPG, in 2015. The lowest top rating, 25 MPG, was in 2012.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
How does the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle) is rated 22–34 MPG combined and costs $2,780–$2,970 a year to fuel; the 2012-2019 model is rated 23–34 MPG and costs $2,260–$3,370 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Volkswagen Beetle per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,270 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $2,270 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2019 Volkswagen Beetle 100 miles?
About $15.13 per 100 miles for the Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 26 city and 33 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle compare with other small car configurations?
The Convertible 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,270 a year to fuel, $960 less than the class median of $3,230, and less than 8 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 370 rated small car configurations for MY2019, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle different from the 2018 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,260 to $2,270, $10 more. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2019 against 4 configurations for 2018. See the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle for that year.