2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Consumer Reviews

Sweet 16 again

Written by: Czar on 09/02/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle S PZEV 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

My wife purchased a 2008 SE convertible for use at our beach house. She loves this car to death. Fun, quick and easy to park. Can fit 4 when needed. Top down fun in the sun.

Favorite Features

Automatic power top.

Suggested Improvements

A little more power would not hurt. Trunk is ultra small.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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A Slice of Heaven in every Ride

Written by: Ireland3 on 08/21/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

I purchased the yellow SE in July and have been driving it everyday just smiling. The handling is great,and the seats are comfortable. I just love all the fun it is to simply go anywhere now in my new "Sunflower Yellow" bug. Gets tons of compliments and fits in the smallest spots. I updated mine with "daisy" steering wheel covers, flower vase, license plate, and seat covers for an even cuter look.

Favorite Features

The way it handles, so smooth and secure, the color, and the shape of the car. The gas mileage is average esp. since it contains 6 airbags and has a big engine.

Suggested Improvements

A door for the back seat passenger to get in easily. Maybe one that opens to the back of the car, and rear windows that open also.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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cyn in florida

Written by: beetle girl on 08/20/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Triple White PZEV 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

I love this car; but triple with the white arm rest is whacked. Could get a little better gas mileage.

Favorite Features

Feels like a girl car.

Suggested Improvements

Change the arm rest to black or metal to hard to keep clean.

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Low Quality but cute

Written by: Ed Rooney on 08/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle S 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

We purchased a 2008 "S" with automatic about 3 months ago for my wife, with the intent of passing it on to our daughter next year. I was reluctant to purchase this car based on customer reviews of previous model years. I should have listened, because this piece of junk has been in the shop 4 times to fix various squeaks and rattles and we haven't even had the first oil change yet. So far gas mileage has been in the 22-24 mpg range, mostly suburban driving. While it's within the EPA estimates, it's still low for a car this small. Did I mention that it requires synthetic oil and a filter not carried at any quick lube establishments?

Favorite Features

It's a cute car and my wife gets lots of compliments on it.

Suggested Improvements

Improve the fuel economy and build quality. Seats in the "S" model provide no lumbar support.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Fun Car

Written by: Catherine on 07/14/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Triple White 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

Nice fun car - gas mileage could be somewhat better. The triple white model is really fun. I like the solid feel of the way it drives - tight. I especially like the blinker system where the blinker is also on the outside mirrors. Outside lighting of the car is well done as well.

Favorite Features

Blinkers and the so-called leather seats.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage could improve

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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2008 Convertible - Fun fun fun

Written by: Belaircarguy on 07/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

Bought a beautiful black with cream interior SE model a few weeks ago. Purchased this mainly for my daughters to drive, although I have to admit the old man likes it too! Haven't had a VW for a number of years, but they were always a fun car to drive, and this convertible is no exception. The SE comes with a power top, so makes it much easier for raising and lowering the roof. The car has plenty of pep and the Tiptronic 6 speed manual / automatic transmission is a pleasure. I also like being able to set it to "sport mode", where the transmission holds the shift pattern to higher RPM setting. Good handling as a touring vehicle and sure stopping brakes. Great little car!

Favorite Features

Tiptronic 6 speed transmission is great, power top, comfortable seats. This car came with a beautiful Monsoon stereo, which included a CD player as well as satellite (Sirius) radio. Have a Sirius satellite radio in another car, and got this hooked up right away - great sound!

Suggested Improvements

When the top is up, there is a big blind spot at the right rear, but I guess with the convertible mechanism there was some compromise with visibility. Otherwise - everything else is great on this car.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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2008 VW New Beetle COnvertible

Written by: JonF on 06/23/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle S 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 5M)

Review

This is a fun, stylish car that is a "blast from the past"! It has the classic Beetle lines with the luxury of a Mercedes. This car is fun to drive, inexpensive to operate - I have been getting 33 - 35 MPG - but the AC kills the mileage - down to about 24 MPG with the AC running). It has lots of "get up and go" with acceleration onto highways rapid and sure. Interior space is great - I am 6'1" and fit quite comfortably in the back seat. I had two Mazda MX-5s prior to this VW and the VW wins hands down - for value, for comfort, with comparable handling and VERY much better when the roads are slippery. This is a delightful car - My wife liked it so much, she bought one for herself!

Favorite Features

The Tiptronic is great for someone who drove a stick all his life - the convenience of an automatic with the fun of a stick. The dash read-outs are plain and simple with colors that are easy on the eyes. I was able to get my choice colors, and the finish is great. All around great car.

Suggested Improvements

Add oil pressure and temperature gauges. Make power seats and a power top standard. The top needs an easier lock-down as shorter people have lots of trouble with leverage. Tonneau covers should also be standard - over $400 is way too expensive for this. Include rug mats with cold weather pkg.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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The Bestest Car Ever!

Written by: Lane,D on 06/17/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Triple White 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

My mother went and bought this car for her Birthday and we have loved every cotton-pickin' minute of having it. It gets pretty good gas mileage. You would think that a small car like the Beetle-bug would be really tiny in the backseat, but it is really comfortable.It is the best car that our family has ever had. I also think it is really cool to have a car that there are only 1,400 of in the whole United States.

Favorite Features

One of our favorite features probably is going to be is the moon roof. You can adjust it to your favorite way. So it doesn't have to be fully open or fully closed!

Suggested Improvements

I think that the car is just perfect the way it is!

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Great Commuter

Written by: Robert Alyea on 06/16/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle S PZEV 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

My first beetle was purchased in 1966 that was a great car but this one is even better. I drive 150 miles a day back and forth from work. The comfort and ride are exceptional and the car actually has a passing gear. The car has excellent pick up and I am experiencing a little over 30 mpg. I get a lot of looks and have referred many to the dealership. Thanks for providing such a wonderful vehicle it is what I need and also fun.

Favorite Features

The car has the ability to get up to 70 mph very quickly and has no loss of power with A/C on. It is very easy to put the rear seat down for additional cargo space. The cruise control is the best I have had on any car.

Suggested Improvements

None. I love my bug!!!

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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2008 New Beetle Fun To Drive

Written by: Stanley on 06/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle SE 2dr Convertible (2.5L 5cyl 6A)

Review

I gave my 2004 Toyota Camry to my son and I purchased a Red Beetle with a Black top. I have owned my car for two months and I just love it. I shopped around for a convertible car that is fun to drive. The New Beetle is perfect. The gas mileage is not as good but is so much more fun to drive. My husband is a large guy over six feet tall. He has enough room in this car but back seats are for small children. He was not sure about a small car but he fell in love with it too. When I was sixteen my Dad had one of the old beetles they have made alot of improvements. Great job VW. People stop me all the time and tell me how much they like my car.

Favorite Features

Heated seats and how the car looks with the top down. Radio sounds great even with top down.

Suggested Improvements

Power seats and maybe a faster sport model.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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