Overview & Reviews

A Turbo S model debuts, motivated by a 180-horsepower version of VW's1.8-liter turbo engine teamed with a six-speed manual gearbox. Other exclusives for the Turbo S include Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP), a slightly stiffer suspension, 17-inch "Delta X" alloy wheels, revised turn signals and foglights, a front spoiler, a redesigned rear bumper with Turbo S badging and brushed alloy interior accents. Additionally, a rear spoiler will deploy from the hatch when these special Bugs reach 45 mph. Exterior paint for the S is limited to Reflex Silver, Black, Red and Platinum Gray. Later in the year, a Sport model debuts -- it's essentially a GLS 1.8T with a five-speed manual, 17-inch wheels, leather interior and a Sport badge on the deck lid. Changes for the rest of the lineup are minor: New colors such as limited-edition Snap Orange and Riviera Blue further enhance the Beetle's eye-candy appeal, and 16-inch wheels with 205/55 tires are now standard across the board. For 2002, all-new Volkswagen vehicles come standard with an improved four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, up from two years/24,000 miles. In addition, Volkswagen offers a fully transferable limited powertrain warranty that covers five years or 60,000 miles.

• Cute yet classic styling, excellent crash-test scores, affordably priced, turbo models are fun to drive, available six-speed manual and stability control with Turbo S model.

• Compromised rear seat/cargo capacity compared to Golf.

User Reviews:

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  VW 2002 - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By mistyautumn - April 6 - 2:00 am

  Love the car, however had a problem with both automatic windows...the clips had to be replaced.

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  Round 4 a reason - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By TEE - March 22 - 9:46 am

  This is my 2nd turbo Beetle, but my 1st turbo S. I love the beetles period!!! My lil car is fun to drive, fun to look at! It draws attention like no other car on the road!!! Owning and driving a new beetle is like having a love affair . . . with a car ! lol

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  Great car. Fund to drive. - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By fredric - November 28 - 10:00 am

  I have not had any problems with this car, and mine is actually a 2000 beetle and I have 30,000 miles on it. There was one recall for a feul sensor, but they fixed this within 24 hours. The only thing that would make me change cars is hybrid technology. Great, responsible, fun car.

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  Worlds greatest car - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Helga - November 28 - 10:00 am

  I do lots of highway driving and wanted an fun car to drive thats economical. I found the PERPECT CAR! The New Beetle TDI is fuel efficient (42 MPG highway), rides like a big car (smooth), and is a blast to drive. You wouldnt believe what I can stuff in this car too!

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  Stuff - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By kittykim727890 - October 16 - 10:00 am

  THe car is perfect for me.

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  what the helllllll - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By dencee - June 12 - 11:03 pm

  Well I own the car and now seeing that it is hard as hell to get fixed the brain to the car is bad and to top it off it will not pass admissions and the airbag light is on VW boo to you these cars are full of problems.

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  My Killer Bee Rocks!!!!! - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Robert Rittweger - January 21 - 10:00 am

  I purchased my 1.8T GLS New Beetle a couple days ago from a dealership in Dalton Georgia. I Bought the yellow concept which they only made 2000 of. The concept has the ricarro seats they put in the turbo S, yellow and black seats, yellow stiching in the seats and wheel, and yellow wheel inserts.I recentaly blew away a 2002 Boxter while it was trying to pass me, boy they looked suprised. This is a awesome car for the money and would suggest it to anyone looking for a nice car that is sweet,fast,and reliable.

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  Old Faithful - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Stephen H. - January 4 - 4:49 am

  At 243K, still going strong. Needed new transmission at 230K but likely because I overuse the 5th gear at low speed to improve mileage and wore it out. My only complaint is the interior parts. Rear seat fell apart in the first week. Center console fell apart shortly after. Surprisingly rotten and cheap parts on such a worthy vehicle. Diesel needs to be treated with anti-gel for 3 months of Northeast winter and I had a pre-heater installed after the glow-plugs cooked and were too rusted in to replace. This diesel car had real trouble starting below -10F with glow plugs working and below 20F after they died so a heater really protects battery, starter and engine. Check engine light has been on for last 100k miles but that’s just something you deal with in the age of science and technology. That crap never functions right for 1/2 the life of a vehicle. Still my primary commuter as it gets 45 mpg.

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  Volkswagn Turbo S Review - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Claire Henrichs - November 27 - 2:00 am

  Absolutely awesome car! Fun to drive. Super fast pickup and excellent performance.

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  Beetle Turbo S (Spicy) :-) - 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
  By Siman - November 10 - 5:03 pm

  I just bought it today and I drove it around the city with heavy rain. The performance is top notch! Very nice interior and exterior as well. Love the whole Turbo S Package. I got the dealer came down $1K below the sticker price! :-) YIHAA!