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2019 Volkswagen Beetle
2.0T Final Edition SE Convertible FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$30,720
13 listings nationwide

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2024 MINI Cooper
2-Door Hatchback FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$31,802
22 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2019 Volkswagen Beetle
2.0T Final Edition SE Convertible FWD
Kyree Rollerson Preview:

The distinctive Beetle came to represent Volkswagen as soon as it debuted several decades ago, and then returned with renewed vigor when a modern version was introduced in 1998. Unfort...

2024 MINI Cooper
2-Door Hatchback FWD
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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2019 Volkswagen Beetle
2.0T Final Edition SE Convertible FWD
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GuruB6J5K writes:
It is a delight to drive and has all the options except leather seats.
Beetleragtop writes:
Front Seats Ranked 2019 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T Final Edition SEL Hatchback FWD worse.
"Nicer and more durable interior"
Family Car Ranked 2019 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T Final Edition SEL Hatchback FWD worse.
"Both cars are very nice...the SE Premium has all the options the the SEL has."
Beetleragtop writes:
Front Seats Ranked 2019 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T Final Edition SEL Hatchback FWD worse.
"Nicer and more durable interior"
Family Car Ranked 2019 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T Final Edition SEL Hatchback FWD worse.
"Both cars are very nice...the SE Premium has all the options the the SEL has."
2024 MINI Cooper
2-Door Hatchback FWD
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Robert 2024 MINI Cooper 2-Door Hatchback FWDReview:

Review — Paid cash for car that became inoperable after day 4 due to engine light. MAG of Ohio no help for an...

Specs

2019 Volkswagen Beetle
2.0T Final Edition SE Convertible FWD
2024 MINI Cooper
2-Door Hatchback FWD
Powertrain 6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
Fuel Economy, City
26 MPG
29 MPG
27 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
33 MPG
38 MPG
38 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 14.5 gal 11.6 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
174 hp @ 5,000 RPM
134 hp @ 4,500 RPM
134 hp @ 4,500 RPM
Torque
184 lb-ft @ 1,500 RPM
162 lb-ft @ 1,480 RPM
162 lb-ft @ 1,480 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
3 cylinders
3 cylinders
Compression Ratio
11.7:1
11:1
11:1
Displacement
2,000 cc
1,500 cc
1,500 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.25 in x 3.65 in
3.23 in x 3.72 in
3.23 in x 3.72 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Curtain Airbags -- Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Driver -- 4 stars
Front Crash Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Crash Overall -- 4 stars
Side Barrier Driver -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger -- 3 stars
Side Pole Driver -- 5 stars
Rollover -- 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof -- Standard
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 4 seats 4 seats
Front Legroom 41.3 in 41.4 in
Back Legroom 31.4 in 30.8 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 7.1 cu ft 8.7 cu ft
Maximum Payload 705 lbs 697 lbs
Exterior
Length 168.8 in 152.2 in
Width 71.9 in 75.9 in
Height 58 in 55.7 in
Wheelbase 100.1 in 98.2 in

Available Options

2019 Volkswagen Beetle
2.0T Final Edition SE Convertible FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Deep Black Pearl/Black Roof
  • Platinum Gray Metallic/Black Roof
  • Pure White/Black Roof
  • Safari Uni/Black Roof
  • Stonewashed Blue Metallic/Black Roof

Option Packages

  • Wind Deflector
2024 MINI Cooper
2-Door Hatchback FWD

Exterior Colors

  • British Racing Green IV Metallic
  • Chili Red
  • Island Blue Metallic
  • Melting Silver III Metallic
  • Midnight Black II
  • NANUQ White Metallic

Option Packages

  • Heated Front Seats
  • Iconic Trim
  • Signature Trim
  • Signature Upholstery Package
  • Alarm System
  • Black Pearl LT CHEQUERED, Cloth/Leatherette Upholstery
  • Black Pearl, Cloth/Leatherette Upholstery
  • Carbon Black, Leather Cross Punch Upholstery
  • Carbon Black, Mini Yours Lounge Leather Upholstery
  • Malt Brown, Chesterfield Leather Upholstery
  • Satellite Grey, Chesterfield Leather Upholstery
  • Transmission: 7-Speed DCT
  • Wheels: 16" X 6.5" Victory Spoke Black Alloy

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