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Reliability Database
Volkswagen

Beetle

Compact
Best Engine ✅ Recommended (4.2)
1 Generations
8 Engines Rated
409 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
6 recommended 2 caution

Generation Timeline

2012-2019 A5
8 engines
409 complaints 🔥 2
1.8L 4-cyl ✅ Recommended (4.2)
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