2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2007 Honda Civic
When we compare the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle's and the 2007 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2007 Honda Civic has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle's and the 2007 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is a better car than the 2007 Honda Civic.
2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2007 Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle ranges from $3,709 to $9,999 while a used 2007 Honda Civic is priced between $4,270 to $10,996.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetleās base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the 2007 Honda Civic base engine makes 140 horsepower. The New Beetle is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. This gives the 2007 Honda Civic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2007 Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3709 - 9999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4270 - 10996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.304053
Volkswagen New Beetle Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958065 / 10
Reliability:
8.774194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen New Beetle Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid, Natural Gas
2007 Volkswagen New Beetle Trim Levels
2.5, 2.5 PZEV
2007 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2884 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
59 inches
Length:
161.1 inches
Wheelbase:
98.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2628 lbs
Width:
69 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
176.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15