2007 Volkswagen New Beetle Consumer Reviews

Luv, luv, luv my dream car

Written by: jik on 08/02/2008

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 5M)

Review

4 of us carpool 1 way 30 min. Backseat ok for normal size. Gas mileage could be better but luv, luv my dream car. Someone is always commenting about it as I did for many years b4 I bought it. Coworkers are happy I finally bought it because they were probably tired of me talking about it for about 5 yrs. I don't have a garage, unfortunately, but it is great in the snow. Haven't had any problems to date. Love to go riding on beautiful days with the top down.

Favorite Features

Riding with the top down on a beautiful day. When it's a little cool, being able to put the heated seats on. Luv it!

Suggested Improvements

Like other people said an automatic starter. But then again I have stick so guess I couldn't use anyway.

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The Best One So Far....

Written by: Ray Cavanagh on 05/16/2008

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle Triple White PZEV 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

I owned a 2002 SLK and 2003 BMW Z-4. After spending a fortune for upkeep of these two cars I dumped them both and bought a 2007 Convertible, and a 2008 Triple White coupe. They both run circles around my former car. I have homes in both Sacramento and Palm Springs, a ride of 500 miles. Both cars get me there in style and comfort. So far, I have been happy with both. The comfort level and handling has been outstanding. Love the fact that I am putting regular gas in and not the premium I was so use to. I will never do the luxury car route again when I can get a better car in the New Bug.

Favorite Features

Love it all, style and seats.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing, all a plus for me.

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I'm in Love..! Could be a race car..

Written by: Phil on 05/14/2008

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 PZEV 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

Love the Laser Blue color.!! This Beetle is much peppier than the old 2004 - 4 cylinder engine. Only drawback is when you drive fast you get 20 to 23 MPG in the city. The heated seats are the best new feature.! I wish the visors were wider or perhaps extended longer because they don't block side sun glare very well. The comfort is great, and the room is great. I have hauled a lot of stuff in this little car. My only other request is to make this car a hybrid. I have gotten 34 MPG highway using speed control. I beat an Austin Mini Cooper in a drag race and matched a Corvette for the first 50 yards, so this car is FAST.! Thanks VW for a car more fun than my 2004 New Beetle.!

Favorite Features

Heated seats, folding down back seat, sunroof/moonroof.

Suggested Improvements

Could you make this a hybrid? Should be some way to extend the visors wider to block side of car sun glare which can be really bad..! Side panels below the window should not be painted, they are too easy to scratch, perhaps make them soft plastic instead, colored?

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Don't Fall Under The Cute Spell!

Written by: harvestmoon on 03/28/2008

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

Fell in love with the car's look and would be a happy camper if it weren't for all of the little hiccups the car had. I owned this car for 6 months. In those 6 months the top stopped working, the door locks and the cd player malfunctioned, the inside started rattling and squeaking, and the gas gauge broke. This was a 2007 NBC! If you are thinking about buying this car, please keep looking. Maybe a mini? Believe me when I say HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT! If you already own one...good luck!

Favorite Features

heated seats, color, body style, driver and front passenger space.

Suggested Improvements

interior and electrical quality.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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First Time Beetle Owner

Written by: S.Horton on 02/22/2008

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 5M)

Review

I have owned by Beetle for 7 months and have had no problems. I love this car. At first the look impressed me the most. I finally found a 5-speed, green model which was hard to come by. The way this car handles is great. It hugs the road and is the ultimate road-trip car. The fifth cylinder can really be felt on a steep incline and the cold-weather package has helped me through many a snowy morning! It handles in 6 inches of snow, no problem, and the sunroof makes the summer weather even better! If you are looking for a fun car with a low-maintenance feel and features then this is the car for you!

Favorite Features

Body style: people will stop you on the street to ask about the car! Interior features: ample space, stereo sound, heated seats, dash style, trunk space is great.

Suggested Improvements

This car needs extended visor panels for the brutal sunlight and tinting the windows is a must for summer! Better gas mileage would be nice but is average not poor. The trunk is difficult to close and should be remodeled to avoid dents in the trunk panel and to improve function.

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Not for Cold Weather!!!

Written by: The Husband on 01/03/2008

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle Triple White 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

The car is beautiful and performs well in the warm weather. It is much better on fuel than my Jeep Wrangler. It really makes my wife happy and I like that. The problem is that the windows have to open (when the handle is pulled) to open the door. If it gets below 20 degrees, the windows won't open. That means that you can't get in, and if you finally do, you can't close the door or the glass will break. Because of the security VW voids the warranty if you install an aftermarket remote starter and they do not offer one.

Favorite Features

Doors open and close in warm weather. Wife isn't angry about the car in summer. No paying for additional garage space or storage spring through fall. I do love how it looks and operates when the windows are not frozen.

Suggested Improvements

Make a remote start. Design a top that the windows don't need to move to open and close the door.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Stupid Happy

Written by: Bug Lover on 10/05/2007

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

I finally got my dream car: the VW Beetle. Mine is a 2007. I am in love! It is very cute, and I love to drive it. No problems yet; I am keeping my fingers crossed. Would and do recommend to friends.

Favorite Features

Cute! Feels solid. Fun to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Poor MPG: on the average 23 (I got 37 MPG on the average w/my old car). Nasty blind spot due to the bar that separates the front window from the back window.

17 out 17 people found this review helpful

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I love my Beetle

Written by: Kristina on 09/27/2007

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

I love my car. I previously owned an Explorer, and the two are difficult to compare. The only thing I miss about my Explorer is the storage space, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much can fit in a Beetle. I don't understand why people complain about the gas mileage, I think it's great but then my Explorer did have a V8 engine. Beetles are fun cars to drive, the sound system is great, and it works perfectly as a commuter car.

Favorite Features

The convertible top. The seat material. Comfort of the arm rest. How easy it is to reach the instruments and radio. The head rest that bends forward. The safety rating.

Suggested Improvements

Add lower back support for the driver's seat. I drove my car from Virginia to Nebraska and it became a little uncomfortable. I also didn't realize how noisy the convertible top was going to be, but I guess there are tradeoffs.

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Not worth it in the long run

Written by: Don't get excited on 08/15/2007

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

A car is supposed to be a reliable transportartion and reliable it is not. Too many trips to the service department, too many recalls, too many service lights coming on worrying me about even more problems. I see likewise frustrated people at the service counter everytime I come in. I'm charged an arm and a leg every time, without a guarantee that the fix will work. A 10 year old KIA has had no problems. I got too excited about aesthetics of it. But the features don't work and have to be repeatedly fixed. If only I read more reviews of long-term owners. Never another VW again. They are nice when on the dealer lot, but in reality too much trouble.

Favorite Features

Doesn't seem like the car has any after you live with the nightmare of many service trips.

Suggested Improvements

Quality control. Too many recalls, too many minor, but essential features going out. You have to worry every time your air bag light comes on about your own safety. Outlandish service prices.

29 out 32 people found this review helpful

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Bug lover review

Written by: bug lover on 08/01/2007

Vehicle

2007 Volkswagen New Beetle Triple White PZEV 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

My 2005 was so good, I had to have the Triple white special edition. I wanted white in 2004 when I bought the first one, now I am complete. Great performance and always a compliment from passers-by.

Favorite Features

The roof is simple, the handling is fantastic, and the stereo is absolutely the best I have ever heard in a car even with the roof down!

Suggested Improvements

Make seatcovers that won't affect the side airbags.

2 out 4 people found this review helpful

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