Volkswagen · model year 2016
2016 Volkswagen Beetle
Specifications and certified data for the 2016 model year. All Volkswagen Beetle model years →
2016 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 TSI 105PS 7speed DSG Stop-Sart Design | 1,197 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 124 | 53.3 | Dossier |
| 1.2 TSI 105PS 7speed DSG Stop-Start Design | 1,197 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 121 | 54.3 | Dossier |
| 1.2 TSI 105PS Stop-Start Beetle | 1,197 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 125 | 52.3 | Dossier |
| 1.2 TSI 105PS Stop-Start Beetle Cabriolet | 1,197 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 126 | 51.4 | Dossier |
| 1.2 TSI 105PS Stop-Start Design | 1,197 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 125 | 52.3 | Dossier |
| 1.2 TSI 105PS Stop-Start Design | 1,197 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 126 | 51.4 | Dossier |
| 1.4 TSI 150PS Stop-Start Design | 1,395 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 131 | 49.6 | Dossier |
| 1.4 TSI 150PS Stop-Start Design | 1,395 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 135 | 48.7 | Dossier |
| 1.4 TSI 150PS Stop-Start Sport | 1,395 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 131 | 49.6 | Dossier |
| 1.4 TSI 150PS Stop-Start Sport | 1,395 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 135 | 48.7 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 110PS 7speed DSG Stop-Start Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 113 | 65.7 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 110PS 7speed DSG Stop-Start Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 116 | 64.2 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 110PS Stop-Start Beetle | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 116 | 64.2 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 110PS Stop-Start Beetle | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 120 | 61.4 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 110PS Stop-Start Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 116 | 64.2 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 110PS Stop-Start Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 120 | 61.4 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS BMT Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 120 | 61.4 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS BMT Sport | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 120 | 61.4 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG Stop-Start Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 124 | 58.9 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG Stop-Start Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 127 | 57.6 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG Stop-Start Sport | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 124 | 58.9 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG Stop-Start Sport | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Automatic | — | 127 | 57.6 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS Stop-Start Design | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 117 | 61.4 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TDI 150PS Stop-Start Sport | 1,968 cc | Diesel | Manual | — | 117 | 61.4 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS DSG Stop-Start Sport | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 154 | 42.8 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS DSG Stop-Start Sport | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 156 | 42.2 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS DSG Stop-Start Turbo Black | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 154 | 42.8 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS DSG Stop-Start Turbo Silver | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Automatic | — | 154 | 42.8 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS Stop-Start Sport | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 148 | 44.1 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS Stop-Start Sport | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 152 | 42.8 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS Stop-Start Turbo Black | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 148 | 44.1 | Dossier |
| 2.0 TSI 220PS Stop-Start Turbo Silver | 1,984 cc | Petrol | Manual | — | 148 | 44.1 | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2016 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 28 | 320 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 28 | 320 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 28 | 318 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 329 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 27 | 325 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 343 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 26 | 343 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 26 | 343 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2016 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 26 | 336 | — | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Volkswagen Beetle 2 DR FWD | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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22V945000 2022-12-21 · model years 2015, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Beetle and Beetle Convertibles vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed October 26, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this…
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19V615000 2019-08-22 · model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the…
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.…
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15V705000 2015-10-26 · model years 2015, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.
Remedy: Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Generation in 2016
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.