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2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Pros and Cons at TrueDelta: Owner Pros and Cons by dwallbaum

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Reviewed: 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle

2dr Hatch turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Why the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle?

Fuel economy

A real-world 50+ miles per gallon. This is achieved by going 55 MPH or thereabouts, and on limited-access hiways. In-town mileage of course is worse.

Exterior styling

The thing is just too durn cute for words. A major chick-magnet, I have found, now that I am married....

Color choices

The thing is just too durn cute for words. A major chick-magnet, I have found, now that I am married....

Front seat room

Plenty of headroom for a 6 ft. plus frame, and more leg room than I can use.

Why Not the 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle?

Rear seat room & comfort

Oh, there is a seat there? I thought that was the hamster roost. Very limited seating in back - suitable for small children. Rear seats do not recline at all, so posture is quite erect.

Cargo capacity

The boot, such as it is, will hold... well... a boot. That is about it. A lot of compromises were made for the Beetle form factor. In truth, the Golf or Jetta TDIs are probably better overall selections, unless one is really, really into Beetles.

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