2005 Volkswagen Beetle
Subcompact Cars · Front-Wheel Drive · Diesel
35
Combined MPG
32
City MPG
41
Highway MPG
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Safety Rating
📊 Key Statistics — 2005 Volkswagen Beetle
- Combined fuel economy: 35 MPG (32 city / 41 highway)
- Annual fuel cost: $2,300
- CO₂ emissions: 291 grams/mile
Specifications
| Make | Volkswagen · Company Profile |
| Model | Beetle |
| Year | 2005 |
| Class | Subcompact Cars |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Size | 1.9L |
Annual Fuel Cost
| Annual Fuel Cost (15K mi, $3.50/gal) | $1500 |
| Monthly Fuel Cost | $125 |
| Cost per Mile (fuel only) | $10¢ |
Based on 15,000 miles/year and $3.50/gallon national average.
Compare This Car
Volkswagen Beetle — MPG by Year
| Year | MPG | |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 29 | ↓ |
| 2018 | 29 | ↓ |
| 2017 | 28 | ↓ |
| 2016 | 28 | ↓ |
| 2015 | 34 | ↓ |
| 2014 | 32 | ↓ |
| 2013 | 32 | ↓ |
| 2012 | 25 | ↓ |
| 2010 | 23 | ↓ |
| 2009 | 23 | ↓ |
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- Scion tC — 23 MPG
- Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport — 23 MPG
- Hyundai Tiburon — 23 MPG
- Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class — 21 MPG