Model year guide

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible at a glance

Safety recalls2
Combined23–31 mpg
Typical price$18,749

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #20V785000 · manufacturer #69BC · 16/12/2020

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BC.

Electrical System:ignition:anti-theft:control Module NHTSA Campaign #19V615000 · manufacturer #37M2 · 22/08/2019

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 transmiss…

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible MPG & running costs

Combined23–31 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,025
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
Transmission3 options
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume81 cu ft
Cargo volume7 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,125 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible worth?

Low
$14,995
Typical price
$18,749
High
$23,000

From 12 comparable 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,125
Fuel only$15,125
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
168.5 in
Width
71.3 in
Height
57.9 in
Wheelbase
100.0 in
Curb weight
3,258 lb
Front track
62.2 in
Rear track
61.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible trims & engines on record

Trims
R-Line PZEV · R-Line · 1.8T · 2.5L PZEV · 2.5, TDI · 1.8T, TDI
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 210 hp · 1.8L 4-cyl 170 hp · 1.9L 4-cyl 210 hp · 2.5L 5-cyl 170 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 140 hp

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Beetle Convertible model years

2018 2017 2016 2015 2013 2007 2006

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible get?

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

How much is a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible worth?

Comparable 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible listings run roughly $14,995–$23,000, typically around $18,749 (from 12 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.