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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible — 1.8L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD
This 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible (1.8L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD) takes premium gasoline. PREMIUM
24
MPG combined (21 city / 28 hwy)
$3,200
est. fuel cost / year (EPA, 15k mi)
—
tailpipe CO₂
The EPA lists this trim as premium because that's the fuel the manufacturer specified for its mileage test. Many such engines will run on regular with slightly lower power and MPG — but check your owner's manual to see whether premium is required or just recommended.
Other 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible trims
| Trim | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD | REGULAR | 24 | $2,600 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, S6 automatic, FWD | REGULAR | 22 | $2,850 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, S6 automatic, FWD | PREMIUM | 22 | $3,500 |
EPA fuel type: Premium · class: Minicompact Cars · retrieved 2026-06-14.