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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle: Quick Overview

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 2001
Make Volkswagen
Model New Beetle
Trim -
Style 5-Speed Manual
Type Hatchback
Category Subcompact Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In Mexico
Manufacturing City PUEBLA
Dimensions
Doors 2-Door
Curb Weight 2851 pounds
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height 59.00 inches
Overall Length 161.10 inches
Overall Width 67.90 inches
Wheelbase Length 98.70 inches
Standard Seating 4
Engine & Performance
Engine 2.0-L L-4 SOHC 8V
Engine Size 2L
Engine Cylinders 4
Transmission 5-Speed Manual
Transmission Type Manual
Transmission Speeds 5-Speed
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) $15,900
Invoice Price $15,151
Delivery Charges $550

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Prices and Market Value

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Cost of Ownership

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2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 14.50 gallons
City Mileage 22 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage 28 miles/gallon

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Safety Rating

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Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraint Ratings Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test Results Good
Side Impact Test Results Not Tested

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Recalls & Defects

Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual
Recall date 2002-09-12
Recall no. 02v244000
Source NHTSA
Summary Certain Passenger Vehicles Fail TO Comply With Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 225, "child Restraint Anchorage Systems." Child Seat Anchorages Installed IN THE Vehicle's Rear Seats Must BE Identified BY Markings, and Their Location and USE BE Described IN THE Owner's Manual.
Consequence These Vehicles Were NOT Marked or Described AS Required BY THE Standard.
Remedy Owners Will BE Provided With A Supplement FOR THE Owner's Manual and Also ONE SET OF Four Guidance Fixtures Intended TO USE IN Conjunction With Child Seats Equipped With Rigid or Semi-Rigid Lower Anchorage Attachments. Also Enclosed Will BE Four Decals Together With Installation Instructions and A Template FOR Attaching THE Decals TO THE Lower Seat Backs. Owner Notification IS Expected TO Begin September 15, 2002. Owners Should Contact Vwoa AT 1-800-822-8987.
Notes Customers CAN Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-Dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Recall date 2002-01-31
Recall no. 02v031000
Source NHTSA
Summary ON Some Passenger Vehicles, Short Circuits CAN Occur Within THE Electronic Control Unit OF THE Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs).
Consequence This CAN Result IN A Fire.
Remedy Dealers Will Replace THE ABS Control Unit. Owner Notification Began March 8, 2002. Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Volkswagen AT 1-800-822-8987.
Notes Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-Dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
Recall date 2003-07-25
Recall no. 03v265000
Source NHTSA
Summary ON Certain Passenger Vehicles, THE Brake Lamp Switch MAY Malfunction.
Consequence IF This Happens, THE Brake Lamps Could Become Inoperative; or THE Lamps Could Come ON and Stay ON, Even Though THE Vehicle IS Parked.
Remedy Dealers Will Inspect And, IF Necessary, Replace THE Brake Lamp Switches. Owner Notification Began September 26, 2003. Owners Should Contact Vwoa AT 1-800-822-8987.
Notes VW Recall NO. Wt.customers CAN Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-Dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Warranty

Basic
Original warranty 24 months / 24,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty 120 months / 100,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Rust
Original warranty 144 months / unlimited miles
Estimated remaining Expired

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Insurance

Insurance for a 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Hatchback with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Compare to Other Hatchback?

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Final Verdict: Is the 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle a Good Hatchback?

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