Overview & Reviews
The New Beetle TDI has been discontinued because its diesel-fueled engine didn't meet new 2007 government emission standards. Otherwise, there are no other major changes to the VW Beetle.
- Cute yet classic styling, long list of standard features.
- Aged design, tight rear-seat accommodations, limited cargo room.
User Reviews:
Showing 21 through 30 of 38.00-
Quality Review - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By carlo frazzano - March 25 - 11:53 amWe bought the car new in 2007 and are generally satisfied. Mechanically the car has been good but build quality needs improvement except for the paint job which is the best I have ever seen. Problems we have had are: 1. Three headlight bulbs replaced. 2. Entire locking mechanism for power convertible top had to be replaced. 3. Coolant temperature switch replaced. 4. Four trunk pistons failed with the fifth now broken. 5. Seat belt retainer bezel broken off and replaced. Fuel mileage is average that is 25 around town - less if air running and about 30 mpg at 65 mph if air not running. Trunk space is inadequate and simple repair under the hood is difficult and expensive.
-
The Best One So Far.... - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By Ray Cavanagh - December 13 - 7:10 pmI owned a 2002 SLK and 2003 BMW Z-4. After spending a fortune for upkeep of these two cars I dumped them both and bought a 2007 Convertible, and a 2008 Triple White coupe. They both run circles around my former car. I have homes in both Sacramento and Palm Springs, a ride of 500 miles. Both cars get me there in style and comfort. So far, I have been happy with both. The comfort level and handling has been outstanding. Love the fact that I am putting regular gas in and not the premium I was so use to. I will never do the luxury car route again when I can get a better car in the New Bug.
-
Bug lover review - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By bug lover - November 13 - 5:40 amMy 2005 was so good, I had to have the Triple white special edition. I wanted white in 2004 when I bought the first one, now I am complete. Great performance and always a compliment from passers-by.
-
Great looking, reliable, fun to drive - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By yellow bug - November 28 - 12:20 pmalthough personally i think driving is the most boring thing a person can do, i actually enjoy driving my beetle. infact, its my second new beetle- the first one being a 2004 turbo-s.
-
New Beetle- Holds up well & Fun to Drive, but get a warranty - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By wizbang_fl - November 6 - 5:25 amIve had my Beetle Convertible for over 4.5 years and have been overall happy with the car. It is a compact convertible. Dont expect a big trunk or having tall people in the back seat.
-
Still Fun, but No Improvement - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By JOE - June 20 - 1:03 pmThe 07 Beetle still lacks the charisma of the old Beetle. So? We should expect more for the more money we pay. How about power seats (sit higher, too), locks, mirrors, a better stereo (MP4), free DVD navigation, cool electronics? Eliminate the pillar and rear blind spots. Give it a better trunk lock. How about the top receding into the boot with an automatic tonneau cover or an power hard top? Give it more power. The handling needs work. It has a firm ride, cut the sponginess. Hey, give it better gas mileage, please! Also, give us attractive mirrors.
-
New Ride - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By Nocoverage - June 6 - 4:06 pmI just recently traded an underpowered 2.0 5-speed manual Beetle for a 2.5 6-speed automatic Beetle. Its even the same color. The new vehicle has significantly more power, better ride, and better build quality. The engine purrs at a quiet 2,200 rpms at highway speed, making travel much more enjoyable. It has the same great features as my 01 model. This is a good car.
-
Love it! - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By nlinldsey - February 23 - 7:30 amThis was my 2nd Beetle and I absolutely love this car! I recently sold mine since my family needs space. The car is very sturdy and well-built. I was impressed with how well it handled in stormy weather on the interstate. I also loved the space once the back seat folds down. It was spacious enough for my 75 pound Lab in her cage. I never experienced mechanical problems with it. My only complaint was the oil change would cost me $70 or more. This car requires Synthetic oil, which is more expensive than regular oil.
-
Another New New Beetle - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By timeino - August 27 - 2:50 pmI sold my red 99 Beetle last summer. I was missing it terribly! Last month I bought a new 07, yellow this time. Im so happy to have a Beetle again. Its easy to park, fun to drive, cleans up nicely and compared to my pick-up truck and Jaguar, economical to keep the tank full. These are cute little cars. I enjoyed my last one and still see it around town. (Its much loved and still looks great.) I know that if the day comes that I must part with this one, it will also find the right person to love it. In the 99 I dont miss the old cup holders or cloth/fabric seats. The 07 has leather, better cup holders and a much needed arm rest. Old one was manual, this one is automatic, no opinion.
-
Former Benz & BMW Now Beetle Girl - 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
By Gretchen S. - August 17 - 10:10 pmWow. I have been a Benz and Beemer girl for many years. I wanted a change, and found it with the Beetle. While I love luxury, I like simplicity. I like speed, but not Grand Prix MPH. I want comfort, but not so much that I do not know what to do with it. I love my new Beetle. It is roomier than my former BMW 325i. The trunk is bigger, but configured differently. It runs a little rougher than my old BMW, but we are talking a $20,000 car vs. a $40,000 car. You get what you pay for. The ease of driving and engineering of devices is so easy. BMW and Benz take brain power to figure it all out. VW is simple and, well, simple. The Beetle is comfy, fun, and costs much less money. I love it!
