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VW Beetle generations and tyre sizes

Beetle

1.Generation

1998 – 2005
Petrol, Diesel55–125 kW (75–170 PS)Manual / Automatic
/ R165/70 R15175/65 R15195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17
Beetle

1.Generation (1. Facelift)

2005 – 2010
Petrol, Diesel55–110 kW (75–150 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16225/45 R17
Beetle

Beetle 2. Generation

2011 – 2016
Diesel, Petrol77–162 kW (105–220 PS)Automatic / Manual
215/60 R16215/45 R17215/55 R17235/45 R18235/40 R19
Beetle

2.Generation (1. Facelift)

2016 – 2018
Petrol, Diesel77–162 kW (105–220 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/55 R16215/60 R16215/55 R17235/45 R18235/40 R19235/35 R20

For the VW Beetle in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10) and Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10). The VW Beetle uses 12 tyre sizes across 4 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for VW Beetle - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for VW Beetle

Best tyres for VW Beetle by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P
9.1/10

Tyre comparison for VW Beetle

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium90%
2Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium172%
3Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium109%
4GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium145%
5Dunlop Winter Sport 58.98.18.17.97.8Premium245%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for VW Beetle?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for VW Beetle are: Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit VW Beetle?
The VW Beetle uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 165/70 R15, 175/65 R15, 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 215/60 R16, 215/45 R17, 215/55 R17, 235/45 R18, 235/40 R19, 235/35 R20.
How many generations does the VW Beetle have?
The VW Beetle has 4 generations, from 1998 to 2016.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for VW Beetle?
For wet road performance on VW Beetle, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P good for VW Beetle?
Yes, the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P is the top-rated tyre for VW Beetle with a rating of 9.1/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 90% of VW Beetle tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for VW Beetle?
To choose the right tyres for VW Beetle: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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