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Released in the late 1930s in Germany, the VW Beetle was initially dubbed the "people's car". It was small, practical and affordable. It was eventually imported into the US to be sold stateside in the 1950s. Designed by Ferdinand Porsche, yes, that Porsche, the Beetle had a design that was loved by all from the enthusiast to the family. Later on it became known as the VW Bug and that name stuck to this day. It may not officially be called the Volkswagen Bug but we all know what that is.
Volkswagen put the Beetle on pause in the late 1970s and launched the "New Beetle" in 1998. The new Beetle was meant to be an homage to the original but it was really just a Beetle shell on a VW Golf. The newest Beetles launched before its finale in 2018 were fashionable and surprisingly sporty. They were available in both diesel and sporty gas engines and a tight, agile suspension making it rather fun to drive.
Whether your Bug is a show car or your daily driver make sure you have a reliable battery from Batteries Plus. With our great selection of car batteries from highly rated brands like Duracell Ultra, Optima and our exclusive brand X2Power, there is a battery available to fit your car’s power demands. Learn tips to take the guesswork out of purchasing a battery for your Beetle in "How Do I Know Which Car Battery Fits My Car? ".
Save yourself some time and have your new battery installed at your local Batteries Plus. Have us install your new battery for you (fees may apply). Most batteries can be installed in less than an hour. Extend the life of your new battery by upgrading your installation to our Premier Installation service that adds additional corrosion protection to your new battery.
While you're here looking for a new battery, take a look at all of the other accessories we offer for your VW Beetle. We carry a large selection of interior and exterior lights, wiper blades and replacement key fobs for most cars and trucks. Visit our Automotive Center to learn more.
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Volkswagen Beetle Battery FAQs
With such a long production life, there are many batteries that could be used. Common BCI Group Sizes are the 47, 48 (diesel) and the 19L (vintage). Make sure you verify in your owner's manual, check under the hood or use the fitment finder before purchasing to make sure you get the right battery. In our recent article, you'll learn why it's important to install the wrong size battery in your Beetle.
Battery replacements for the Beetle will range anywhere from $170 for a Duracell Ultra flooded battery all the way to $350 for an Optima or premium AGM X2Power battery. Expert installation is available (fees may apply) for most vehicles so why not have your new battery installed by a Batteries Plus professional while you wait?
Take care of your Bug's battery and you should get an average of 3 - 5 years out of it. Routinely checking the battery terminals for corrosion and removing it if there is any with a terminal cleaner is key to a long life. If you can keep driving for at least 20-30 minutes to allow the alternator time to recharge the battery as you drive. If you don't take care of your battery you could be replacing it much earlier than expected.