Volkswagen Beetle Annual Fuel Cost
Running a 2019 Volkswagen Beetle costs about $2,100 per year in fuel, based on 15,000 miles of driving at average U.S. fuel prices.
Latest model year (2019):
The Volkswagen Beetle costs an estimated $2,100/year in fuel (308 g CO₂/mi).
Volkswagen Beetle Fuel Cost — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Fuel | MPG Comb. | Annual Cost | CO₂ (g/mi) | GHG Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 308 | 6 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 308 | 6 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 308 | 6 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 305 | 6 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 308 | 6 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 305 | 6 |
| 2017 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 349 | 6 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 322 | 6 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 331 | 6 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 322 | 6 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 331 | 6 |
| 2016 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 336 | 6 |
| 2016 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 343 | 6 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 320 | 7 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 325 | 6 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 329 | 6 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 320 | 7 |
| 2016 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 318 | 7 |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 343 | 6 |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 343 | 6 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Diesel | 34 | $2,350 | 301 | 7 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Premium Gasoline | 25 | $3,050 | 357 | 6 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Premium Gasoline | 26 | $2,900 | 343 | 6 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Diesel | 33 | $2,400 | 305 | 7 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 330 | 7 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 322 | 7 |
| 2015 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 1.8L | Regular Gasoline | 27 | $2,300 | 329 | 7 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Premium Gasoline | 26 | $2,900 | 347 | 6 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Diesel | 33 | $2,400 | 309 | 7 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Diesel | 34 | $2,350 | 302 | 7 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Premium Gasoline | 26 | $2,900 | 347 | 6 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Volkswagen Beetle Fuel Cost FAQ
How much does it cost to fuel the Volkswagen Beetle?
The estimated annual fuel cost for the Volkswagen Beetle is $2,100 per year, based on 15,000 miles of driving and average fuel prices. Costs vary by trim and engine.
How much CO₂ does the Volkswagen Beetle produce?
The Volkswagen Beetle produces approximately 308 grams of CO₂ per mile. Lower numbers mean fewer emissions. See the table for per-trim details.