2017 Volkswagen Beetle
The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle is a compact car, rated at 28 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 28
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- —
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Beetle |
| Model year | 2017 |
| Vehicle class | Compact Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.8 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 24 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 33 |
| Combined MPG | 28 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 322 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2200 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Beetle | 26 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Beetle | 28 MPG combined |
| Beetle Convertible | 28 MPG combined |
| Beetle Dune | 27 MPG combined |
| Beetle Dune Convertible | 27 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 24 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 11% below the class average.
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- Amount financed
- $21,600
- Total interest
- $3,758
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≈ $1,436/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE19V615000 · 2019-08-22
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS17V136000 · 2017-03-02
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Beetle and Jetta GLI vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B9.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER20E064000 · 2020-09-23
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Remedy: Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE24V834000 · 2024-10-30
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69EG, 69GQ, and 69E6.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle?
The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle is EPA-rated at 28 MPG combined (24 city / 33 highway).
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle?
The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle costs roughly $1,436 per year to fuel, or about $7,179 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle?
The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC