Volkswagen New Beetle Volkswagen New Beetle 2008 Buick Encore Buick Encore 2015

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Buick Encore Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Buick Encore Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,878

Volkswagen New Beetle S   
Difference: $6,612

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,590

Volkswagen New Beetle S   
Difference: $6,877

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082015
ModelNew BeetleNew BeetleEncore
TrimSSEBase
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $17,475 $20,525 $24,065
Base Invoice $16,381 $19,538 $23,102
iPod integration 199 199  
Rear spoiler 479 479  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,075    
AWD     1,500
iPod integration 176 176  
Rear spoiler 310 310  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,073    
AWD     1,440
Options (change) 1,753 678 1,500
Options (change) 1,559 486 1,440
Destination 650 650 925
Total Price $19,878 $21,853 $26,490
Total Invoice $18,590 $20,674 $25,467

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Volkswagen New Beetle dealer quotes or Buick Encore dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Buick Encore

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $562
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,061
Model Year200820082015
ModelNew BeetleNew BeetleEncore
TrimSSEBase
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine150hp I5150hp I5138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/29 MPG20/29 MPG23/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17215/55-18
Total Price$19,878$21,853$26,490
Adjustments for Features0-1,240-6,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,878$20,613$20,440
Cost Above Minimum$0$735$0
Total Invoice$18,590$20,674$25,467
Adjustments for Features0-1,173-5,816
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,590$19,501$19,651
Cost Above Minimum$0$911$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Buick Encore

Model Year200820082015
ModelNew BeetleNew BeetleEncore
TrimSSEBase
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction  $0
Power rear side windows  $200
Remote app  $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Rear side airbags  $300
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Side curtain airbags  $350
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails  $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)  $50
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15 
Rear wiper  $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding  $350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Laminated front side windows  $200
Sunroof $900 
Wheel-lip moldings  $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
App support  $0
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
iPod integration$100$100 
Siri Eyes Free support  $0
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
USB port  $25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Compass  $0
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Folding passenger seat  $150
Heated front seats $200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0$0 
Total Value of Features$1,350$2,590$7,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,240$6,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,173-5,816

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Buick Encore

Model Year20082015
ModelNew BeetleEncore
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase98.7 in100.6 in
Length161.1 in168.4 in
Width67.9 in69.9 in
Height59.0 in65.2 in
Curb Weight2,965 lb.3,309 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.8 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom39.4 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in38.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.3 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in50.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.0 ft318.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
27.2 ft348.4 ft3

Return to top

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.