Compact
4 generations
1997 → 2019
Volkswagen Beetle – Technische Daten & 4 Generationen
2016 - 2019
2 generation, restyling
2011 - 2016
2 generation
2005 - 2010
1 generation, restyling
1997 - 2005
1 generation
First year1997
Final year2019
Generations4
Final chassis—
Body types2Cabrio · Hatchback 3-door
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Full powertrain matrix (2019)
Every engine × drivetrain combination currently available in the German market
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Generation lineage
Each generation at a glance, oldest to newest
1Y71 gen.1997 — 20052 variants
9C11 gen. rest.2005 — 20102 variants
5C12 gen.2011 — 20162 variants
22 gen. rest.2016 — 20192 variants
200 original brochures are preserved in the Automobilisto archive.
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