2008 Volkswagen New Beetle

Compact Sedan Regular
Volkswagen New Beetle 2008
23MPG Combined
2 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 23 combined MPG and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG23 combined MPG
City MPG20
Highway MPG29
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypeRegular
DriveFWD
Available Trims2

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Man20/28/232.5L 5cylManual 5-spd
5 cyl20/29/232.5L 5cylAutomatic (S6)

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle costs approximately $1,900 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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