2019 FIAT 124 Spider vs. 2019 Volkswagen Beetle
When we compare the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider's and the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle's specifications and ratings, the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2019 Volkswagen Beetle has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider's and the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle is a better car than the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider.
2019 FIAT 124 Spider vs. 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Pricing
A used 2019 FIAT 124 Spider ranges from $19,256 to $30,115 while a used 2019 Volkswagen Beetle is priced between $19,216 to $30,853.
2019 FIAT 124 Spider vs. 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider loses 40.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle loses 35.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle retains 4.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle base engine makes 174 horsepower. The 124 Spider is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 417 miles. The Beetle is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles.This gives the 2019 FIAT 124 Spider the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle the advantage in maximum range. The 124 Spider uses premium unleaded, and the Beetle uses regular unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19256 - 30115
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405071
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19216 - 30853
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.357632
FIAT 124 Spider Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Beetle Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 124 Spider Rankings
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11 out of / 15Ranking
15 out of / 15Volkswagen Beetle Rankings
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6 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
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10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
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22 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Trim Levels
Abarth, Classica, Lusso, Urbana Edition
2019 Volkswagen Beetle Trim Levels
2.0T Final Edition SE, 2.0T Final Edition SEL, 2.0T S, 2.0T SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
174 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
309 / 417 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
377 / 479 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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:
Standard
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:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2436 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
48.5 inches
Length:
159.6 inches
Wheelbase:
90.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3045 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
58.6 inches
Length:
168.8 inches
Wheelbase:
100.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/50R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R16