Overview & Reviews

For 2004, the New Beetle is no longer available in GLX trim. There's an improved TDI engine and restyled 16- and 17-inch wheels. Turbo S models get uniquely styled 17-inch wheels as a late-year addition. New safety features include head curtain airbags and upgraded head restraints. The Monsoon audio system is now standard on the GLS and new GDL headlights are optional. Later in the model year a fixed rear spoiler will replace the power-operated unit and a CD player with MP3 capability will be added. Convertibles get new exterior colors and color combinations. All Beetles get a new fuel cap warning light this year. TDI models can be equipped with a Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG), which is a six-speed manual transmission with electronic control of the clutch and gearshifting. It can be operated in full automatic mode, like a traditional automatic, or shifted manually like a Tiptronic.

• Cute yet classic styling, range of engine choices, long list of standard features, good crash test scores.

• Tight rear-seat accommodations, limited cargo room, high price of Turbo S model.

User Reviews:

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  proud beetle owner - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By pjrph - March 19 - 2:00 am

  I absolutely adore this little car. Not much rear room but perfect for one or two.

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  Nice, but dont go cheap when buying. - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Leia Cullifer - March 3 - 10:00 am

  This black Beetle was bought just a couple of months ago and havent had any problems with it. I do think that it needs some more power under the hood as the 2.0 w/ auto tranny is rather slugish. I would suggest the 1.8t w/ manual to compensate for the poor acceleration. I do notice that it doesnt sound very nice from the outside, it seems to have a puttering type sound that def gives away its lack of performance. The rear hatch does have a lil rattle or clunk to it when enetering or leaving the drive sometimes. Other than that the car is great. I love the comfort of the seats. The pump style height and vintage roller style recling seats give it a nice ride no matter what body type.

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  Age of Aquarius! - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By tmeyedoc - January 31 - 10:00 am

  This is my 2nd New Beetle Convertible. 1st was 2.0L Tiptronic...too little power. Went to 2004 1.8L Turbo 5 speed...When you accelerate in this car you feel like the front is lifting off the ground! The turbo made all the difference. Plus, the retro look in the aquarius blue is icing! I love my car!

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  shoulda got the pt cruiser - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By sam spade - January 24 - 10:00 am

  when the roof is open it sits too high. it obstructs view of rear view mirror. when roof is closed there seems to be several clunks and rattles every time i go over a bump. the ignition key seems to be in a hard to reach position, makes it hard sometimes to get the key out. rear seat folds out which makes little sense. it should fold the other way to make more room for hauling. the little side doors that open for the roof to close and open seem to be awful flimsly to me.

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  Worst VW Ive Owned (out of 3) - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By dsmark - January 23 - 1:47 am

  Without a doubt this is the worst VW I have owned. Had a 71 Bug in high school and I would rather have that car back then this 2004. We bought this car in 2006 for my wife, she loved the red/black coloring, and the convertible top. Since buying the car we have replaced the water pump 3 times, drivers side headlight keeps going out, convertable top was vandalized (not VWs fault) the power windows dont auto close correctly. Its just one problem after another...I will never buy another VW

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  luvmybug - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By krislvsbug - January 20 - 10:00 am

  So far so good. I have had a few interior issues ie: Window sensor briken after first mont, passenger side reare seat handle broke off after little use but dealer very easy to deal with and issues not large enough to upset me. Get more people stopping me and talking about my car. Even my husband loves to drive :)

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  a good friend to travel with - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By vwbugr1 - January 20 - 10:00 am

  Its just a great car in more ways that one: great gas mileage, dependable - not a problem with it since I have had it - sporty and smart - handles great on the highway - I live in PA and it has been terrific in the snow - I am getting ready to purchase a second one. I travel long distances with it and not once have I been let down - I never worry about getting stuck in a bad part of a town I dont know with this car - vw knows what they are doing - drive one youll see...

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  Love this Bug - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Momsmoose - January 12 - 7:23 pm

  My wife has always wanted a Bug ragtop. This is our first convertible and we just love it. It rides well, looks great, and really goes. Ours is a silver, 1.8 Liter Turbo with a black top and black leather. It also has the low profile tires and custom wheels. An older gentleman asked me if it was a Porsche, so I told him, Why yes it is! While no Boxster, its great fun. Do yourself a favor and buy one!

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  The most fun car on the road - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Luka82271 - December 24 - 2:00 am

  I got my VW Convertible as soon as they were fairly available and I have to say, this is by far the most fun car Ive ever had. Top down or top up its zippy and styled so well. You would never regret owning this

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  fun car but needs few minor changes - 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By dude in da bug - December 7 - 10:00 am

  vehicle extremely fun to drive,especially with top down.would be nice if they would offer v-6 but the turbo is more than adequate