The New Beetle car model from the German company Volkswagen belongs to the compact class. The release of the model started in 1998 and was initially designed only for the domestic market. In 2011, it underwent restyling, became wider, and longer, and got a smoother roof, which gives more room for passengers in the rear seats. Three trim levels are available: Beetle, Design, and Sport. Already the basic equipment has a complete set of airbags.
The panoramic roof with tinted glass will allow you to enjoy an excellent perspective.
Volkswagen Noah White was equipped with a line of engines: gasoline engines had a capacity of 75 to 170 horsepower, and turbodiesels developed 90 and 100 horses. All of them are equipped with a five-speed gearbox. Optionally available with a 4-speed automatic.
How Much Oil Does a VW New Beetle Take?
The 2011 Volkswagen New Bettle with the 2.5L 5-cyl engine (engine code BPS) takes 6.3 quarts (with filter) of 5W-40 synthetic oil. The New Beetle with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine (engine code AVH) takes 4.4 quarts (with filter) of 5W-40 synthetic oil. A new oil filter and a crush washer are required.
1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Volkswagen New Beetle Engine Oil Capacity
| Engine | Engine Oil Capacity (with filter) | Oil type (viscosity grade) |
| 1.8L 4-cyl Engine APH Turbo | 4.5 liters (4.7 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl Engine AWV Turbo | 4.5 liters (4.7 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
| 1.9L 4-cyl Engine ALH Diesel Turbo | 4.5 liters (4.7 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl Engine AEG | 4.2 liters (4.4 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl Engine AVH | 4.2 liters (4.4 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl Engine AZG | 4.2 liters (4.4 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl Engine BPR | 6 liters (6.3 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl Engine BPS | 6 liters (6.3 quarts) | 5W-40, 5W-30 |
Add 0.5L (0.5 qt) less than the capacity shown, start the engine, let run until the operating temperature is approx. 60 C (140 F), switch the engine off, wait 3 minutes, check the dipstick, and fill to full mark as indicated on the dipstick. May be more or less than 0.5L (0.5 qt), depending on the model.
1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Volkswagen New Beetle Transmission Fluid Capacity
| Transmission | Fluid capacity | Fluid type |
| 02J 5-speed manual transmission | 2 liters (2.2 quarts) | 75W-90 |
| 0A4 5-speed manual transmission | 1.8 liters (2 quarts) | SL163, SL170 |
| 4-speed 01M automatic transmission | Total Fill 5.3 liters (5.5 quarts) | AE |
| 6-speed 09G automatic transmission | Total Fill 7 liters (7.3 quarts) | TIV |
Volkswagen New Beetle is safe and confident on the road, the car is equipped with ESP. When approaching obstacles, the parking assistant will give warning signals.
The updated Beetle has become powerful, dynamic, and modern and has changed, but in spirit, it remains true. New concepts use a combination of new technologies and Beetle classics.
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