Volkswagen New Beetle cargo space by generation
Volkswagen New Beetle cargo data covers 2 generations sold in the US, 1998 to 2010. Behind the rear seats, cargo volume ranges from 10.6 cu ft to 12.0 cu ft. With the seats folded, 27.2 cu ft to 27.4 cu ft. The 1998–2005 generation has the most space, 27.4 cu ft (776 L) at most.
Generations
| Generation | Class | Seats up | Seats down | VE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2010 · 1st generation (facelift) | Subcompact cars | 12.0 cu ft | 27.2 cu ft | VE 87 |
| 1998–2005 · 1st generation | Subcompact cars | 10.6 cu ft | 27.4 cu ft | VE — |
Seats-up and seats-down figures are the largest published for each generation; see a generation's page for every configuration, opening sizes and sources. How we measure.