VW · Convertible · 2011–2019
VW Beetle 2 Cabrio
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
2.6 / 5.0 · Based on 5 engine variants Most Fun Engine
220 PS
2.0L TSI Benzin
GTI Beetle
Fun to Drive! Problem Engine
105–110 PS
1.2L TSI Benzin
9 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The VW Beetle 2 Cabrio is available with 4 engine variants — from 105 to 220 hp.
2.0L TDI Engine Change
2014 2019
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2014 2019
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
1.2L TSI
2012 2016
Stay Away! 9 weaknesses
1.4L TSI ACT
2014 2019
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
2.0L TSI
2014 2019
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rust on rear lateral and trailing arms Rear lateral and trailing arms on the multi-link rear axle are prone to edge rust before 100,000 km. Wear accelerates with regular winter driving. Parts are cheaply available as Golf VI common parts. Symptoms: Visible rust on underbody control arms; knocking from the rear axle; TÜV fault note. from 90,000 km | Low | |
| Multi-link rear axle: premature bearing wear The sophisticated multi-link rear axle shows bearing wear across all engine variants just before the 100,000 km mark. Despite the high number of components, parts are comparatively affordable due to shared Golf VI parts. Symptoms: Knocking or rumbling from the rear axle; clattering over rough surfaces. from 95,000 km | Medium |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the VW Beetle 2 Cabrio have? +
The VW Beetle 2 as Cabrio has 49 known weaknesses, 16 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: CZDA (1.4L TSI ACT), CULC (2.0L TSI), CUUB (2.0L TDI), CUVA (2.0L TDI). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the VW Beetle 2 Cabrio worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the VW Beetle 2 Cabrio — 1 of 5 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee