2016 Volkswagen Beetle Review

2016 Volkswagen Beetle is a Convertible 2-dr style car .Made in Mexico, 2016 Volkswagen Beetle has 15 trims priced by the manufacturer at 0 with just total of 3 recalls in the past 2016 Volkswagen Beetle. It’s seating No data people with 2 doors and a rank size of No data gallon. The engine is 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V .

Make: Volkswagen
Model: Beetle
Trims Available: 15
Location: MEXICO
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Driveline: FWD
Tires: No data

Volkswagen Beetle 2016 Trims

2016 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line PZEV Convertible 6A

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T PZEV 6A Fleet

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T S Convertible 6A

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 25 City / 34 HWY

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T PZEV Convertible

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T PZEV Convertible w/Technology

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line Convertible 6A w/Sound

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T 6A Fleet

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T PZEV 5M w/ Sunroof

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SE 6A

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 25 City / 34 HWY

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T PZEV 6A

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T PZEV 6A w/ Sunroof

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line 6A

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line Convertible 6M w/Nav

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 6M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: HATCHBACK 2-DR

Vin Numbers

  • 3VWJ17AT4GM604383
  • 3VWJ17AT4GM614931
  • 3VWJ17AT2GM608223
  • 3VWJ17AT0GM637963

Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 15V705000 started on /Date(1445832000000-0400)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Recall 19V615000 started on /Date(1566446400000-0400)/.

Summary: 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 shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."

Consequence: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Recall 20E064000 started on /Date(1600833600000-0400)/.

Summary: Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.

Consequence: If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.

FAQ

One of the main issues about the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle is related to the latest recall where "if the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash". 2016 Volkswagen Beetle is ranked 5 in safety ratings, which is higher then the rating for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle.

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2016 Volkswagen Beetle is made in Mexico between 2012 to 2019.

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