Overview & Reviews

The New Beetle gets a styling refresh for 2006. New front and rear bumpers, headlights and taillamps highlight the exterior changes. Inside, the cabin receives a new console, redesigned instrument cluster, revised sun visors and additional chrome trim. Under hood, last year's gasoline engine choices are dropped in favor of the 150-horsepower, 2.5-liter, five-cylinder engine first seen in the redesigned Jetta. Stability control is now standard.

• Cute yet classic styling, long list of standard features, diesel engine option.

• Aged design, tight rear-seat accommodations, limited cargo room.

User Reviews:

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  Did I tell you, how much I love my bug? - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By happydazbugluvr - October 10 - 6:33 am

  I do! I love my bug! And our children do too! The children and I love the attention we get everywhere we go! I love driving my cute mellow yellow bug to work with the top down every morning. I wake up every day to a great day! I love, love, love my bug! Funnest and happiest car I have ever owned. I cant imagine my life without my bug!

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  VW=excellence!!!!! - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By jsonaday - May 22 - 8:05 pm

  this car is the best ive owned.! great amount of power from the 2.5 5cyl. it can be small at times but remember...its a coupe convertible...no car will be big in the back. i hav not had to replace anything except for the brake pads but its the first time for that and i hav and its got 35k miles on it

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  Great Car - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By David - May 21 - 11:16 pm

  My Volkswagen Beetle is a very soundly built car, loads of fun to drive, and absolutely a fuel sipper. It feels like youre driving and riding in a much larger vehicle.

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  The True Herbie - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By MJ North Carolina - March 28 - 5:33 pm

  This is the car I have been waiting for. It gets great gas mileage, a big car ride, and is so much fun to drive. I can go anywhere, do anything, and do it in style and luxury. I think the Japanese could learn a thing or two from the engineers at Wolfsburg in design and functionality.

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  The End of a 35 Year VW Relationship - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Elenewlife - March 20 - 6:43 pm

  I grew up in a VW family; everyone drove them. Ive had over 15 myself. The trans was defective from day 1 and VW did nothing to help. When it broke around 10,000 they said I must be "riding the clutch". Many of these vehicles had flywheel problems; VW did nothing. Mine overheated in traffic; couldnt go on hills; shook all over and became disabled. The lights were an issue; windows and also the A/C compressor. I have always bought VW because they were reliable and VW stood behind them. Cute and responsive yet it was manufactured with a defect that VW shouldve recalled and replaced. They lost me permanently and should be quite ashamed of how they treated many loyal customers.

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  72 Karmann Ghia owner gets new VW - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Brantley - February 16 - 7:00 pm

  The car is fun to drive. Charlotte traffic is actually bearable driving this car! Handling is good, pep in the engine is responsive for hwy merging. I find myself smiling when I get in and people smile at me going down the road. Truly a reponsive car for the price. Interior fit is good. As a Karmann Ghia owner I have been intrigued by the release of the new Beetle and finally gave in and purchased the convertible. Love the German engineering in this car.

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  2006 Beetle - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Beth - January 18 - 12:40 am

  This car is so much fun to drive and unlike the VW Beetles of the 60s and 70s, it is built very solidly. It has a lot of power to go up hills and I feel very safe driving it. It also has enough room for my 62" husband to feel comfortable in.

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  2006 Volkswagen Beetle - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By sam - October 9 - 6:00 am

  My 2006 Volkswagen Beetle is a great, fun to drive, the engine is peppy with plenty of power, you get a lot for your money in this car. I have only a few concerns, the wind noise. With the CD going youll never notice it though. Also, the cars ride is a bit stiff and it doesnt take bumps well. There is an engine (drivetrain) rattle/noise about 1,500 rpm that seems to get better the warmer the car gets. Overall this is a lot of car for the money. The base price gets you air, electric locks / windows, cruise, and more.

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  Great ride ! - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Dano - February 28 - 6:50 am

  I just purchased a leased 2006 conv. beatle...pale blue/black top. Ive read these discontented reviews ,but, I feel great about my bug! When I purchased it there was still a 2 year original warranty on it. I also added 2 more years, which I would recommend with any used vehicle. I cant believe it rides like a large vehicle for such a small wheel base. I did have a/c compressor go out but it was under warranty and repaired in one day. Its ice cold! rear window would not go back up. again repaired in one day NO CHARGE. folks at the dealership are very nice, friendly, and professional. Absolute fun. People often let me know they love the look.

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  Im in LOVE! - 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By JordanHarris - November 9 - 11:33 pm

  I got my car a week ago tomorrow. I know what youre thinking...:Isnt that a little early to write a review?" well I cant control myself...I LOVE it! Its a blast to drive (especially with the top down), it is SSSSUPER cute, and it gets lots of stares, honks, waves, and compliments. The color is sexyyy (salsa red). I love the interior, its leatherette, but everyone thinks its real leather. The gas mileage is great! The trunk space is more than I had expected. And the key is cool. Well Im going to go drive some more!