Overview & Reviews

The Volkswagen Beetle enters 2009 relatively unchanged. Most significantly, both the coupe and convertible are now available only in a single well-equipped trim level, which includes some features that were previously optional.

• Classic retro styling, plenty of standard equipment.

• Stale design, so-so power, cramped rear-seat space, limited cargo room, subpar side-impact crash test results.

User Reviews:

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  my senior moment - 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By funbug - August 18 - 11:10 pm

  I bought this car for my final years to enjoy the feel of my youth once again. It was all it crack up to be. I received it in June 09 and have had nothing but 3 months of sheer pleasure with the top down & the wind in my hair. It has plenty of pep with 6 speed tranny plus sport shift. The leather seats are very comfortable, there is plenty of room up front. A/c is great and the heater & heated seats very toasty.

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  Some Folks Just Dont Understand - 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By CZKid - February 1 - 11:23 am

  My bride wanted a convertible, and was about to graduate with a Doctorate of Ministry at 60+. were both over 6, and we both needed a fun ride. I drove professionally for VW & Porsche in my college days while studying engineering, so I know my vehicles. If you want folks to smile when they see you, and enjoy comfort, reliability, and just plain fun while out get the convert. As a former QC puke, I can find no problems with finish nor performance. My straight laced bride goes nuts driving the car because its so much fun. So 2 cant fit in the back, so what? So it doesnt have a huge trunk.. so what? It has everything that two old folks needed and more. Try it, youll like it

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  So far so good - 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By JJsBeetle - January 22 - 12:20 pm

  Just picked up my beetle and love it! Quite comfortable. Fun to drive. Quiet (no squeaks or rattles). Still getting the feel for it. My commute is only 2.5 miles to and from work so still have a little time before I really give a proper review. so far- no complaints.

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  Whats not to love? - 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Caroline - July 26 - 2:53 am

  Zippy automatic, allows me to drive faster in traffic than perhaps I should! Mine is Candy White and it is an attention getter. Very comfortable, great sound system. In comparison with my 2008 mini seems much larger in all aspects yet side by side they appear the same size...I owned a Beetle several years ago, and this is like coming home! After the mini, I dont like the way the top closes, but I think part of that is my need to get used to it.

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  Finally Happy - 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By NewMoonDaughter - July 8 - 1:30 am

  I started collecting cars when I was five. Parents thought I was strange as a girl who loved cars. Most of my collection consisted of Beetles. My mom had two growing up in the early 1980s. Ive wanted one all my life. Traded in a 2007 Honda Civic with no regrets! While the Civic was a great car, its simply BORING. The Beetle, her name is Phoebe, is totally for me. I cant wait to drive. It handles well in the rain, I fit a carseat with no problems in the back and my 19 month old has no problems getting out because of the way the seat lifts forward. The red dashboard lights are great and the trunk space is fine. I fit $250 worth of groceries plus an umbrella stroller with no issues.