2007 Volkswagen New Beetle problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 29 highway).

Q: How much is a 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle worth?

Comparable 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle listings run roughly $2,900–$7,500, typically around $4,845 (from 78 vehicles).

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints56

Combined23 mpg

Typical price$4,845

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2007 Volkswagen New Beetle recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg

City20 mpg

Highway29 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,650

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle worth?

Low

$2,900

Typical price

$4,845

High

$7,500

From 78 comparable 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,250

Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,600

Total$15,850

Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,845) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,222), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.