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2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel is a subcompact car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 32 MPG combined (28 city / 40 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 30 to 32 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2013 model. Among 38 subcompact cars rated for 2014, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $1,734 a year to fuel.

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Combined 32 MPG 28 MPG city · 40 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,734 15,000 mi/yr · $11.56 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2014 #11 of 38 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 17.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2811.98.4
Highway4017.05.9
Combined3213.67.4

How it ranks among 2014 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1BMW i3124 MPGe $729
  2. 2Chevrolet Spark EV119 MPGe $756
  3. 3Fiat 500e116 MPGe $783
  4. 4Mitsubishi i-MiEV112 MPGe $810
  5. 5BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid117 MPGe + 39 MPG $905
  6. 11Volkswagen Beetle Diesel32 MPG $1,734
  7. 38Bentley Continental GT Convertible15 MPG $3,950
2014 Beetle DieselOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,247/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Beetle Diesel MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed dual-clutch
Beetle
Diesel 28 MPG 40 MPG 32 MPG — $1,734
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed dual-clutch
Beetle Convertible
Diesel 27 MPG 38 MPG 31 MPG — $1,790
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Beetle Convertible
Diesel 27 MPG 39 MPG 30 MPG — $1,850

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed dual-clutch
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
85 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
321 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
8/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
7/10

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel?

Up to 32 MPG combined (28 city / 40 highway); ratings range from 30 to 32 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel?

The 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 17.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel per year?

About $1,734 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $11.56 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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