2015 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications Overview
The 2015 Volkswagen Beetle is certified across 11 configurations with 2L Turbo-Diesel Engine, 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive paired with Manual 6-spd or Automatic (AM-S6) or Automatic (S6) or Manual 5-spd. EPA classified under the Compact Cars / Subcompact Cars size category.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (11)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beetle Compact Cars | 2L Turbo-Diesel Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Diesel |
| Beetle Compact Cars | 2L Turbo-Diesel Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Diesel |
| Beetle Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L Turbo-Diesel Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Diesel |
| Beetle Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L Turbo-Diesel Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Diesel |
| Beetle Convertible Subcompact Cars | 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Beetle Compact Cars | 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Beetle Compact Cars | 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Beetle Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Beetle Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Beetle Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium |
| Beetle Convertible Subcompact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Compact Cars
- Subcompact Cars
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2015 Volkswagen Beetle C FWD
- 2015 Volkswagen Beetle 2 DR FWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
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