2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$20,900 - $25,995
Original MSRP:
$19,932 - $24,306
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver:  Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: No Test Rear Passenger: No Test Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags. NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars). |
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 04V586000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | 12/13/2004 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Number of Units Affected | 19284 |
| Summary | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HIGH PRESSURE DIESEL PUMPS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPER FASTENER, WHICH COULD ALLOW DIESEL FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE PUMP. |
| Consequence | DIESEL FUEL IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY LEAD TO A FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DIESEL PUMP. THE RECALLBEGAN ON FEBRUARY 8, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-2834. |
| Notes | VW RECALL NO. VY. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Models & Prices
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible GL
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr Convertible GL Manual | $20,900 | $19,932 | $325 / Month* | |
| 2dr Convertible GL Auto | $22,075 | $21,109 | $344 / Month* | |
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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible GLS
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr Convertible GLS Manual | $22,640 | $21,114 | $344 / Month* | |
| 2dr Convertible GLS Auto | $23,815 | $22,291 | $364 / Month* | |
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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible GLS Turbo
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2dr Convertible GLS Turbo Manual | $24,820 | $23,129 | $377 / Month* | |
| 2dr Convertible GLS Turbo Auto | $25,995 | $24,306 | $396 / Month* | |
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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Features and Standard Equipment
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING Features
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City 21/hwy 31 (2.0L engine/6-speed auto trans) | • | • | |
| City 22/hwy 29 (1.8L engine/6-speed auto trans) | • | ||
| City 24/hwy 30 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | • | |
| City 24/hwy 31 (1.8L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body-color door handles | • | • | • |
| Body-color pwr heated mirrors w/integrated blinker | • | • | • |
| Daytime running lights | • | • | • |
| Halogen fog lamps | • | • | |
| Manual cloth convertible top w/rear glass window | • | ||
| Semi-auto pwr cloth convertible top w/rear glass window | • | • | |
| Tinted green glass | • | • | • |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-spoke padded steering wheel | • | • | • |
| Air conditioning w/pollen/dust filter | • | • | • |
| Audible/visible anti-theft vehicle alarm system for doors/hood/trunk/radio/ starter | • | • | • |
| Center console-inc: (2) front/(1) rear beverage holders, (2) pwr outlets | • | • | • |
| Cruise control | • | • | • |
| Front center armrest w/lockable storage compartment | • | • | • |
| Front door & rear side panel storage compartments | • | • | • |
| Front seatback magazine/storage pocket | • | • | • |
| Front/rear floor mats | • | • | • |
| Front/rear integrated armrests in door/side panels | • | • | • |
| Fully reclining leatherette front bucket seats-inc: height adjustment, easy-entry system, adjustable headrests | • | • | • |
| Fully-lined carpeted luggage compartment-inc: trunk light, pwr outlet | • | • | • |
| Headlamps-on warning tone | • | • | • |
| Height-adjustable/telescoping steering column | • | • | • |
| Illuminated lockable glove box w/interior shelf | • | • | • |
| Illuminated visor vanity mirrors w/covers | • | • | • |
| Immobilizer theft-deterrent system | • | • | • |
| Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, coolant temp gauge, fuel gauge, gear indicator warning lights, brake wear indicator | • | • | • |
| Integrated antenna in front windshield | • | • | • |
| Interior light w/time delay | • | • | • |
| Large assist handle in instrument panel above glove box | • | • | • |
| Mirror control pad w/joystick control | • | • | • |
| Molded door trim w/leatherette inserts | • | • | • |
| Non-folding rear bench seat-inc: lockable rear cargo pass-through | • | • | • |
| Non-smoker pkg-inc: pwr outlet, ash tray | • | • | • |
| Open front door warning courtesy lights | • | • | • |
| Premium 5.5 AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: MP3 format capability, satellite radio preparation, (10) speakers | • | ||
| Premium 5.5 AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: MP3 format capability, satellite radio preparation, (10) speakers w/amplifier, Monsoon sound system | • | • | |
| Pwr windows-inc: front windows w/driver-side 1-touch up/down feature, pinch protection, key-operated open/close feature | • | • | • |
| Rear seat heat/air conditioning ducts | • | • | • |
| Rear window defroster | • | • | • |
| Rearview mirror-inc: clock/temp display, reading light | • | • | • |
| Remote central pwr locking system-inc: automatic pwr door locks, selective unlocking from front doors | • | • | • |
| Remote fuel filler/trunk release | • | • | • |
| Remote keyless entry | • | • | • |
| Seat belt reminder & fuel cap seal warning | • | • | • |
| Theft-deterrent steering column | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L DOHC SMPI 20-valve I4 turbocharged engine | • | ||
| 120-amp alternator | • | ||
| 14.5 gallon fuel tank | • | • | • |
| 16" x 6.5" alloy wheels w/anti-theft wheel locks | • | • | |
| 16" x 6.5" steel wheels | • | ||
| 2.0L SOHC SMPI I4 engine | • | • | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | • | • | • |
| 5-speed manual transmission w/OD | • | • | • |
| 6-speed automatic transmission w/Tiptronic & OD | • | • | • |
| 60 amp/hr battery | • | • | • |
| 90-amp alternator | • | • | |
| Digital electronic ignition w/knock sensor | • | • | • |
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • |
| Front/rear coil springs/stabilizer bars | • | • | • |
| Front/rear gas shock absorbers | • | • | • |
| Full-size spare tire/steel wheel | • | • | • |
| Independent front MacPherson strut suspension | • | • | • |
| Independent track correcting torsion beam axle rear suspension | • | • | • |
| P205/55HR16 all-season tires | • | • | • |
| Pwr front vented/rear solid disc brakes | • | • | • |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • | • |
| Traction control w/Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP), brake assist | • |
SAFETY Features
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-point front seat belts-inc: pretensioners, load limiters | • | • | • |
| 3-point rear outboard seat belts | • | • | • |
| Active head restraints | • | • | • |
| Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams | • | • | • |
| Collapsible steering column w/impact-deformable steering wheel | • | • | • |
| Driver/front passenger advanced airbags w/dual stage deployment | • | • | • |
| Driver/front passenger head/thorax airbags | • | • | • |
| Dual-note horn | • | • | • |
| Emergency trunk release handle w/location reflector | • | • | • |
| Rear automatic rollover supports | • | • | • |
| Rear child seat tether anchorage points | • | • | • |
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17" X 7" ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P225/45HR17 all-season tires | • | ||
| COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heatable front seats, heated washer nozzles | • | • | |
| ELECTRONIC STABILIZATION PROGRAM (ESP) -inc: brake assist | • | • | |
| HID XENON HEADLIGHTS | • | • | |
| LEATHER PKG -inc: cold weather pkg, leather seating surfaces/steering wheel/shift knob/hand brake | • | • | |
| LEATHER SPORT SEATS PKG -inc: cold weather pkg, front sport seats, non-perforated leather seating surfaces, leather steering wheel/shift knob/hand brake, lumbar support | • | ||
| SKI SACK | • | • | |
| WIND BLOCKER | • | • |
EMISSION Options
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CALIFORNIA/NE REGION EMISSIONS *Required in states CA, CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT* | • | • | • |
| FEDERAL EMISSIONS | • | • | • |
PAINT Options
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: PLA Leather Pkg) | • | • | |
| LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM (STD) | • | • | • |
| NON-PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: PLC Leather Sport Seats Pkg) | • |
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Technical Specifications
Brakes
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.0 x 0.87 | 11.0 x 0.87 | 11.3 x 0.98 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 9.1 x 0.35 | 9.1 x 0.35 | 9.1 x 0.35 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trunk Volume (ft) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Engine
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0L/121 | 2.0L/121 | 1.8L/109 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 115 @ 5400 | 115 @ 5400 | 150 @ 5800 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 125 @ 3200 | 125 @ 3200 | 162 @ 2200-4200 |
Exterior Dimensions
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 59.1 | 59.1 | 59.1 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 161.1 | 161.1 | 161.1 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 98.8 | 98.8 | 98.8 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 67.9 | 67.9 | 67.9 |
Fuel Tank
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 |
Steering
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 3.04 | 3.04 | 3.04 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 35.8 | 35.8 | 35.8 |
Suspension
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
Tires
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P205/55HR16 | P205/55HR16 | P205/55HR16 |
| Rear Tire Size | P205/55HR16 | P205/55HR16 | P205/55HR16 |
Transmission
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Type | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Vehicle
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 40.7 | 40.7 | 40.7 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 39.4 | 39.4 | 39.4 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 52.8 | 52.8 | 52.8 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 42.1 | 42.1 | 42.1 |
Weight Information
| GL | GLS | GLS Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3075 | 3082 | 3166 |
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Safety Features
Safety Features
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Driver/front passenger advanced airbags w/dual stage deployment |
| Driver/front passenger head/thorax airbags |
| 3-point front seat belts-inc: pretensioners, load limiters |
| 3-point rear outboard seat belts |
| Active head restraints |
| Rear child seat tether anchorage points |
| Emergency trunk release handle w/location reflector |
| Collapsible steering column w/impact-deformable steering wheel |
| Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams |
| Daytime running lights |
| Rear automatic rollover supports |
| Dual-note horn |
| Traction control w/Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP), brake assist |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | |
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| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver: Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: No Test Rear Passenger: No Test Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags. NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars). |
