Volkswagen Beetle depreciation
A 2019 Volkswagen Beetle averages $26,278 — a 2003 averages $6,972 (73% lower).
Updated July 25, 2026 · Live dealer listing data
Average price by model year
| Year | Average price | Avg. mileage | vs. previous year | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $26,278 | 50,772 | +$6,890 | 130 |
| 2018 | $19,388 | 68,840 | +$533 | 100 |
| 2017 | $18,855 | 72,596 | +$3,705 | 96 |
| 2016 | $15,150 | 87,123 | +$1,085 | 107 |
| 2015 | $14,065 | 91,203 | +$1,466 | 105 |
| 2014 | $12,599 | 100,003 | +$796 | 167 |
| 2013 | $11,803 | 100,891 | +$2,143 | 200 |
| 2012 | $9,660 | 106,013 | +$1,368 | 158 |
| 2010 | $8,292 | 112,119 | −$2,211 | 21 |
| 2009 | $10,503 | 71,109 | +$2,091 | 17 |
| 2008 | $8,412 | 102,806 | +$569 | 38 |
| 2007 | $7,843 | 90,738 | +$501 | 24 |
| 2006 | $7,342 | 109,107 | −$861 | 27 |
| 2005 | $8,203 | 93,184 | +$247 | 22 |
| 2004 | $7,956 | 84,522 | +$984 | 16 |
| 2003 | $6,972 | 100,922 | — | 26 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Volkswagen Beetle depreciate per year?
A Volkswagen Beetle averages out to roughly 4.6% of value lost per year, though real-world depreciation is front-loaded — steepest in the first few years. A 2019 averages $26,278, while a 2003 — 16 years older — averages $6,972: 73% lower overall. Figures come from live dealer listings, updated July 25, 2026.
Which Volkswagen Beetle model year is cheapest?
The 2003 Volkswagen Beetle is the most affordable model year we track, averaging $6,972 — 73% below the 2019 average of $26,278. Compare every year in the table above.
How many Volkswagen Beetle model years can I compare here?
This depreciation curve covers 16 model years, from 2003 to 2019, each averaged from live dealer listings and refreshed daily.
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