Since 1945, the Volkswagen Beetle had been produced and shipped around the world. Its iconic appearance went mostly unchanged until the New Beetle was unveiled in 1997. After two generations of the new design, Volkswagen decided to pull the plug on production following the 2019 model, making it one of the longest-selling vehicles in history.
168 Used Volkswagen Beetle cars for sale
Volkswagen, Beetle
2015 (15) 1.4L Design 2dr
27£7,995
Finance available £156 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
79.8K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Convertible
Volkswagen, Beetle
2007 (57) 1.9L Unlisted 3dr
24£2,250
- 1.9L
- Miles
141.2K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
STRONGFORD ONLINE LTD
Volkswagen, Beetle
2016 1.2L Dune 2dr
26Low Mileage
£15,899
Finance available £333 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
24.9K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Convertible
Volkswagen, Beetle
2012 (62) 1.4L Sport 3dr
34Low Mileage
£7,000
- 1.4L
- Miles
66.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Reynolds Motor Group Southend on Sea
Volkswagen, Beetle
2015 (65) 1.2L Design 3dr
33Low Mileage
£10,495
- 1.2L
- Miles
49.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
The Carsite London
Volkswagen, Beetle
2012 (62) 2L Design 3dr
13Reduced
£4,795
Finance available £84 pm
- 2L
- Miles
84.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
Volkswagen, Beetle
2013 (63) 1.4L Sport 3dr
1Low Mileage
£9,999
Finance available £201 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
32.2K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Motorplus Car Supermarket
Volkswagen, Beetle
2012 (62) 1.4L Sport 3dr
29Low Mileage
£7,497
Finance available £145 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
84.6K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Autotrend
Volkswagen, Beetle
2006 (56) 1.4L Luna 2dr
Low Mileage
£2,995
Finance available £44 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
105.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Convertible
Mintys Car Sales Ltd
Volkswagen, Beetle
2013 (62) 1.2L Design 3dr Auto
11Reduced
£8,250
Finance available £161 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
54.5K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Valley Cars and Classics Ltd
Volkswagen, Beetle
2018 1.4L Design 3dr
33£13,995
Finance available £290 pm
- 1.4L
- Miles
57.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Norman Motors
Volkswagen, Beetle
2017 2L R-Line 2dr
27Low Mileage
£14,197
Finance available £289 pm
- 2L
- Miles
55.9K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Convertible
Volkswagen, Beetle
2004 1.9L Unlisted 2dr
7Low Mileage
£2,495
Finance available £33 pm
- 1.9L
- Miles
109.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Convertible
Eddie Mallon Motors
Volkswagen, Beetle
2014 1.6L Design 3dr
15Low Mileage
£8,650
Finance available £170 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
47.5K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
McKinney Motors
Volkswagen, Beetle
2010 1.9L Unlisted 2dr
10Low Mileage
£3,999
Finance available £67 pm
- 1.9L
- Miles
86.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Convertible
TSD Cars
Volkswagen, Beetle
2001 (Y) 2L Unlisted 3dr
16Low Mileage
£990
- 2L
- Miles
119.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Car Space
Volkswagen, Beetle
2024 1.2L Unlisted 3dr Auto
5£8,995
Finance available £178 pm
- 1.2L
- Miles
0.0
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Car Buyer 247.com LTD
Volkswagen, Beetle
2007 (57) 1.6L Luna 2dr
41Reduced
£2,490
Finance available £33 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
113.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Convertible
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Why buy a used Volkswagen Beetle?
If you're in the market for a car that's retro-inspired and fun to drive, then a used Volkswagen Beetle is a great choice. With its iconic style and quirky appeal, the Beetle is known for turning heads. It has been around for decades, allowing for lots of customisation and a large amount of options to be found in the used car market.
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Pros
- Trim levels focused on individuality
- Holds its value well
- Second-generation model pulls off modern retro styling perfectly
Cons
- Rear room is passable, but not impressive
- Heavy steering can be a liability in town
- Not overly practical compared to most hatchbacks
Volkswagen Beetle by type
Used Volkswagen Beetle information
Engines and transmissions
With so many model years available for the Volkswagen Beetle, there's a long list of available powertrains to choose from. Sticking with the New Beetle only, there are diesel and petrol options, with a manual or an automatic gearbox and standard front-wheel drive.
Petrol- 1.2-litre producing 103bhp is the most efficient of these two at around 52mpg.
- 1.4-litre outputting 148bhp earns the lowest efficiency rating of 47.9mpg.
- GSR special edition had a 2.0-litre engine that generated 207bhp.
- 1.6-litre produces 103bhp and has an impressive fuel economy of 65mpg.
- 2.0-litre creates 108bhp in the base version, making it the most efficient at 65.7mpg.
- Different trims can increase power to 147bhp while retaining fuel efficiency at around 61mpg.
Practicality
The Volkswagen Beetle is a practical car for front-seat passengers. However, most people purchase the Beetle for its stylish and fun nature rather than for its practicality.
Interior space- Front seats are accommodating and comfortable.
- Sloping roofline makes the back seat better for children.
- Standard ISOFIX points in the rear seat, with an optional one available for the front passenger seat.
- Improved boot space with the final generation increases the size to 310 litres, giving it more than the MINI Hatchback.
- Rear seats flip down to increase the space to 905 litres.
- Slight step created when folding the seats, so boot floor isn't entirely flat.
- Two-door coupé provides iconic styling and protection from the weather.
- Two-door convertible offers more fun on warm, sunny days.
Safety
- Euro NCAP rating was a perfect five stars.
- Both adult occupant and child occupant ratings are 90% or higher.
- Standard safety kit includes airbags, hill-hold assist and a post-collision braking system.
Technology
- 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system comes standard with the latest models.
- Bluetooth connectivity is easy to use.
- DAB radio comes standard in final generation.
Volkswagen Beetle generations
Second Generation (2012 to 2018)
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.2 - 2
- MPG:
- 36 - 65
- Acceleration:
- 6.7 - 12.1 seconds
- Boot space:
- 225 - 310 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.2 TSI Dune 3dr DSG
Cheapest
1.2 TSI 3dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI 220 Sport 3dr
Used Volkswagen Beetle FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Volkswagen Beetle?
Both the 1.2-litre and 1.4-litre TSI petrol engines tend to be the most popular. However, it's not difficult to find the diesel engines either, which offer better fuel efficiency overall.
Which are the most popular trim levels?
At the end of production, there were four trim levels offered for both the coupé and convertible: Base, Design, R-Line and Dune. The Design is the most popular with a rear spoiler, front fog lights and 17-inch alloy wheels. Buyers preferred this model because it's a step up from the base in terms of equipment levels, but isn't that much more expensive, so there's a better combination of features and value.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Customers should look out for some extra styling with upgraded wheel designs and a twin-pipe exhaust system. There's also the option for dual-zone climate control to increase comfort, as well as cruise control and parking sensors.
Is the Volkswagen Beetle a good family car?
While most people aren't attracted to the Beetle for its ability to carry a family due to its three-door layout, it can be used to do so. The back seat is spacious enough for children and there are ISOFIX points installed to secure child seats. The boot space was increased in the last generation, providing plenty of room for shopping bags.
Is there a hybrid version of the Volkswagen Beetle?
When the Beetle ceased production in 2019, there had not been a hybrid version. There were only petrol or diesel engines available. Customers who want a hybrid VW car should consider the Golf, Passat or Arteon.
Is the Volkswagen Beetle available as an automatic?
Yes, you can find automatic examples of the Beetle on the used market. Look for "DSG" models, this is the name of the brand's automatic gearbox. The majority of used Volkswagen Beetles have a manual gearbox, which offers more control.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
No, Volkswagen did not make a four-wheel drive Beetle. Instead, all models have front-wheel drive, resulting in better fuel efficiency and a reduced cost to buy.
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