2012 Volkswagen Beetle
small car / 2-door hatchback
Moderate overlap front: original test
Rating applies to 2012-19 models
Tested vehicle: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2-door
The Volkswagen Beetle was redesigned for the 2012 model year after a one-year absence from the market. Moderate overlap frontal ratings are assigned by the Institute based on a test conducted by Volkswagen.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | |
| Structure and safety cage | |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | |
| Chest | |
| Leg/foot, left | |
| Leg/foot, right | |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | |
Technical measurements for this test
Roof strength
Rating applies to 2012-19 models
Tested vehicle: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2-door
| Overall evaluation | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3,024 lbs |
| Peak force | 16,594 lbs |
| Strength-to-weight ratio | 5.49 |
Head restraints & seats
Seat type: Manual leatherette seats
| Overall evaluation | |
|---|---|
| Dynamic rating | |
| Seat/head restraint geometry |
Technical measurements for this test
About the head restraint & seat test
Currently, IIHS tests apply only to front seats.