We haven’t seen the next Volkswagen Beetle convertible yet, but we do
know its EPA-estimated fuel-economy numbers ahead of the car’s debut. Despite
the added structural weight that is needed when a roof is removed, the droptop
gets the same mileage as the coupe model.Driving the stick-shift TDI in the city
is good for 28 mpg, while highway cruising reaches 41; Turbo models with the
manual are good for 21/30. EPA estimates for the 2.5-liter inline-five have not
been made available yet, but considering TDI and Turbo convertible numbers
mirror those of the coupe’s, we expect the base Beetle convertible to receive
ratings of 22/31 with a row-your-own gearbox.
Fuel-economy estimates for
DSG-equipped convertibles also haven’t been released yet, but we anticipate
dual-clutch-equipped droptops will equal those numbers set by the coupe. Expect
22/29 for the 2.5-liter five, 22/30 for the Turbo, and 29/39 for the TDI. The
remaining EPA estimates and more Beetle convertible details will become
available closer to the car’s debut at the L.A. auto show this November.
