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2003 Volkswagen Beetle Overview

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GL 1.8T
2 national listings
Avg. Price: $6,448
GL 2.0L
Avg. Price: $6,917
GL Convertible
Avg. Price: $4,300
GL TDi
Avg. Price: $7,062
GLS 1.8T
Avg. Price: $7,654
GLS 1.8T Convertible
Avg. Price: $8,174
GLS 2.0L
Avg. Price: $7,247
GLS 2.0L Convertible
Avg. Price: $7,896
GLS TDi
Avg. Price: $8,028
GLX 1.8T
Avg. Price: $7,717
GLX Convertible
Avg. Price: $8,953
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Beetle Turbo S by Jeanine
 — The Performance is really pretty awesome, it does very well on straight aways and up hill, down hill, and around tough curves. its wide stance seems to help a lot with balance. Build Quality- i hav... Read More
I Love It!!!! by brittnye2010
 — Oh man. . . My 2003 Turbo S bug is my first car, but my mom has a new Mustang, and I know I'm a bit biased, but mine is so much better. It drives better, accelerates faster, and gets better gas mileag... Read More
A Very Fun Car To Drive! by Erika
 — This is the first car I've ever had and I love!! It's so much fun to drive! I have don't have a convertible but there is a sun roof. The front seats are heated so I have almost instant heat in the ... Read More

2003 Volkswagen Beetle Overview

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2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen continued to expand its line of Beetles in 2003 with the addition of the Cabriolet (i.e. convertible), which was available in two trim packages, the GL and the GLX 1.8T Turbo. And perhaps that typifies the most significant development for 2003 -- the fact that the Beetle was available in no less the 12 trim packages, offering something for just about every driver.

The other significant trend was the fact that a number of features that were available as options in previous years were now standard equipment on a wide range of trim packages. Power windows, for instance, were now standard across the line, as were power door locks, front and side airbags, power heated mirrors, a lighted entry system, cruise control, anti-lock brakes, and an anti-theft alarm system.

With so much to choose from, including a wide range of options, it's no wonder that Beetle owners were very enthusiastic about their cars, for the most part. The car's styling, handling, and fuel economy were considered positive features, while drivers had some problems with the limited space in the trunk and rear seat, and the comfort level on long trips. Despite those issue, the Beetle continued to be extremely popular.


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Gas Mileage (highway) 29 29 33
Horsepower 115 115 115
Crash Test Rating 4 5 4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 5.3
Front Leg Room (inches) 39.4 41.5 41.3

Volkswagen Beetle Questions

vikki11259
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My 03 Beetle Has A Spoiler That Is Now Stuck Up How Do I Get It To Go Down...

it happened on a frozen day. my spoiler must have been able to open but not close now if i drive it it makes this horrable noise

50 views with 7 answers (last answer about a month ago)
wendy4398
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Oxygen Sensors

Hi, I brought a 2003 Beetle about 6 weeks ago, the engine management light came on about 3 weeks ago so i took it to a garage who said i needed 2 new Oxygen sensors. I took it to a mechanic i knew who...

234 views with 6 answers (last answer 2 months ago)
pchaney
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Door Squeaks On The Passenger Side On A 2004 Vw Beetle . Any Suggestions?

37 views with 1 answer (last answer 9 months ago)
abbie
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Blue Book Value 2003 Volkswagen Beetle 127,000

value on 2003 volkswagen miles 127,000

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What Is The Fuel Capacity Of A 2003 Volkswagon Beetle? The Gas Gauge Doesn...

68 views with 3 answers (last answer 11 months ago)