Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2019): Your Comprehensive Guide

The Volkswagen Beetle, one of the most iconic cars in automotive history, boasts a production legacy spanning over 65 years and more than 21.5 million units sold, making it a symbol of accessible, reliable transportation.

From 2002 to 2019, the Beetle evolved with a range of engines, starting with a 1.9L SOHC EFI producing 90 horsepower and 122 lb-ft of torque, and culminating in a 2.0L turbocharged engine delivering 210 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission options included 5-speed manuals and 6-speed automatics, with front-wheel drive standard across all models.

The 2019 SEL Final Edition marked the end of the Beetle's run, featuring a 2.0L turbocharged engine producing 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.

Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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2019 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a 2.0L engine producing a consistent output of 174 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.

It features an automatic transmission and a front-wheel-drive configuration.

2018 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a 2.0L engine that produces a consistent horsepower of 174 hp and torque of 184 lb-ft.

It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2017 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle features a horsepower range from 170 hp with the 1.8L inline-4 engine to 210 hp with the 2.0L inline-4 engine.

Torque output varies from 184 lb-ft with the 1.8L engine to 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine.

Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, with the 2.0L variant utilizing an auto-shift manual feature, and the drivetrain is front-wheel drive (FWD).

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle features a horsepower range from 170 hp with a 1.8L inline-4 engine to 210 hp with a 2.0L inline-4 engine.

Torque output varies from 184 lb-ft with the 1.8L engine to 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine.

Both engine configurations are paired with a front-wheel-drive system and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive or a 6-speed manual transmission, depending on the engine choice.

2015 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2015 Volkswagen Beetle features a horsepower range from 150 hp with the 2.0L TDI I4 engine to 210 hp with the 2.0L RLine I4 engine.

Torque output varies from 184 lb-ft with the 1.8L I4 engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.0L TDI I4 engine.

Transmission options include a 6-speed automatic with manual shift capability and a 6-speed manual, with a front-wheel-drive configuration across the lineup.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The Volkswagen Beetle offers a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L I4 TDI engine to 210 hp with the 2.0L I4 RLine engine.

Torque varies from 177 lb-ft with the 2.5L I5 engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 TDI engine.

Engine options include 1.8L, 2.0L, and 2.5L configurations, paired with either a 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission, and features a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The Volkswagen Beetle features a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L TDI engine to 200 hp with the 2.0L turbocharged engine.

Torque output varies from 177 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.0L TDI engine.

Engine configurations include 2.0L and 2.5L options, paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission, and the drivetrain is front-wheel drive.

2012 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with two engine options: a 2.5L gas engine producing 170 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0L turbocharged gas engine generating 200 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission options include a 5-speed manual for the 2.5L engine and a 6-speed manual for the 2.0L turbo engine, both utilizing a front-wheel-drive configuration.

2010 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a 2.5L inline-5 engine, producing a consistent output of 150 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2009 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a 2.5L inline-5 engine, producing a consistent output of 150 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2008 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2008 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a 2.5L inline-5 engine, producing a consistent output of 150 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque across all configurations.

This model features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and a front-wheel-drive drivetrain configuration.

2007 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2007 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a 2.5L inline-5 engine, producing a consistent output of 150 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

2006 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2006 Volkswagen Beetle offers a horsepower range from 100 hp with the 1.9L TDI engine to 150 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 170 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 177 lb-ft with the 1.9L TDI engine.

Both engine configurations are paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and feature a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.

2005 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2005 Volkswagen Beetle offers a horsepower range from 100 hp with the 1.9L GLS TDI engine to 150 hp with the 1.8L GLS engine.

Torque output varies from 122 lb-ft with the 2.0L GL engine to 177 lb-ft with the 1.9L GLS TDI engine.

Engine configurations include 1.8L, 1.9L, and 2.0L options, all paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive (FWD) drivetrain.

2004 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2004 Volkswagen Beetle offers a horsepower range from 100 hp with the 1.9L engine to 180 hp with the 1.8L engine.

Torque varies from 122 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 177 lb-ft with the 1.9L engine.

Engine configurations include 1.8L, 1.9L, and 2.0L options, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed manual transmission, and features a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.

2003 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The 2003 Volkswagen Beetle offers a horsepower range from 90 hp with the 1.9L SOHC EFI engine to 180 hp with the 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20-valve engine. Torque varies from 122 lb-ft with the 2.0L SOHC SMPI engine to 173 lb-ft with the 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20-valve engine. The vehicle is equipped with front-wheel drive and is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed manual transmission.

2002 Volkswagen Beetle Horsepower

The Volkswagen Beetle (2002) offers a horsepower range from 90 hp with the 1.9L SOHC EFI engine to 180 hp with the 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20-valve engine.

Torque output varies from 122 lb-ft with the 2.0L SOHC SMPI engine to 166 lb-ft with the 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20-valve engine.

Transmission options include a 5-speed manual with overdrive and a 6-speed manual with overdrive, while the drivetrain configuration is front-wheel drive (FWD).