2012 Volkswagen Beetle fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. Combined fuel economy ranges from 24 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 30 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 24 to 25 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 22 and 30 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,300 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle Automatic (S6) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG | $3,300 |
| Beetle Automatic (S6) | 5-cyl 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG | $2,700 |
| Beetle Manual 5-spd | 5-cyl 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG | $2,700 |
| Beetle Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,300 per year in fuel, versus $3,400 for the least efficient.