What Changed

150 hp 2.5L 5-cylinder engine becomes standard. Outside edges of the curved fenders are flattened adding additional lines to the profile. Front and rear fascias are updated. On the inside, the instrument cluster updated.

Comparison to Prior Model

2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
Price Range ($) $17,180 - $19,465 $16,570 - $22,015
Length (in) 161.1 161.1
Wheelbase (in) 98.7 98.7
Width (in) 67.9 67.9
Height (in) 59.0 59.0
Track (in) 59.4 59.4
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 326.7 326.7
Curb Weight (lbs.) 2884-3016 2743-2948
Legroom Total (in.) 72.9
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 81.1
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 12
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • FWD
Engines
  • 1.9l I4 D (100-bhp)
  • 2.5l I5 (150-bhp)
  • 1.8l I4 (150-bhp)
  • 1.9l I4 (100-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 (115-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M5 A6, M5
City MPG 22-37
Highway MPG 31-44
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