Fuel economy & running costsDiesel

2001 VolkswagenNew Beetle

Subcompact Cars · Front-Wheel Drive · 1.9 L 4-cyl turbo

33MPGcombined

29city

40highway

A year of fuel$2,900

CO₂ from the tailpipe308.5 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 1,374 volkswagen cars

Combined MPG 33 MPGbest 44 · avg 24

Annual fuel cost $2,900best $650 · avg $3,132

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is a diesel-powered subcompact car with front-wheel drive, a 1.9-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a four-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA fuel economy is 29 MPG in the city and 40 MPG on the highway, for 33 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $2,900, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 308.48 grams per mile. The alternative-fuel classification is diesel. Together, these details outline the New Beetle’s engine, drivetrain and transmission as well as its fuel-use profile. Shoppers can use the city, highway and combined ratings to consider different driving patterns, while the annual-cost and emissions figures round out the running-cost picture for this version.

Who it is for

It suits shoppers considering a diesel subcompact with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Its 40 MPG highway and 33 MPG combined ratings are relevant for comparing fuel use.

What is good

33 MPG combined
40 MPG highway
Diesel fuel
Four-speed automatic transmission

What to know first

$2,900 annual fuel cost
Diesel fuel type
308.48 g/mile tailpipe CO2

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle: the full review

The New Beetle pairs a turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine with a four-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. Its 33 MPG combined rating and $2,900 annual fuel cost are key running-cost figures to weigh.

Overview

The 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is a diesel-powered subcompact car with front-wheel drive and an automatic 4-speed transmission. Its 1.9-liter four-cylinder turbo engine is paired with official EPA ratings of 29 mpg in city driving, 40 mpg on the highway and 33 mpg combined.

The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2,900 and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions at 308.48 grams per mile. Those figures give buyers a basis for considering fuel use and emissions alongside the car’s other ownership needs. The available specifications do not include purchase price, maintenance costs, passenger or cargo capacity, or equipment details.

Key features

Engine: 1.9-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel.
Transmission: 4-speed automatic.
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive.
EPA class: Subcompact Cars.

Platforms

This New Beetle uses diesel fuel. Its official EPA estimates are 29 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 33 mpg combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $2,900, with tailpipe CO2 emissions of 308.48 grams per mile. These are fuel-economy and emissions figures, not a stated driving range.

Who it's for

The figures may help shoppers comparing diesel cars and subcompact models understand the New Beetle’s official fuel economy and estimated annual fuel cost. Buyers weighing it against other cars should also consider that the supplied specifications do not establish purchase price, condition, maintenance history, or feature content.

For a broader look at the make, browse the Volkswagen cars list.

Pros and cons

Pros

The EPA figures provide city, highway and combined fuel economy, along with an annual fuel-cost estimate.
Front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission are clearly specified.

Considerations

The listed fuel cost is an estimate; individual running costs can differ.
The available facts do not describe condition, safety equipment, comfort features, or maintenance requirements.

Alternatives

For shoppers considering other Volkswagen models, alternatives include the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta and 2027 Volkswagen Golf GTI. The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas is another option in the listed lineup. Their specifications are not included here, so a direct comparison of fuel economy, cost, or equipment would require checking each model’s details.

Verdict

The 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle’s defining facts here are its diesel 1.9-liter turbo four-cylinder, front-wheel drive, 4-speed automatic, and EPA-rated 33 mpg combined. Its 29 mpg city and 40 mpg highway ratings, $2,900 estimated annual fuel cost, and 308.48 grams per mile of tailpipe CO2 offer useful points for an initial running-cost comparison. They are not a complete ownership picture: purchase price, vehicle condition, maintenance, and equipment are not specified.