New 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle Safety Review [ 2009 , 2008 ]
Volkswagen New Beetle Safety Review
Safety - 8.1 (Very Good)
Despite its small package, the Beetle's class-competitive standard safety features and solid crash test ratings should instill confidence in prospective owners.
Accident Avoidance
The 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle comes standard with four-wheel antilock disc brakes and stability control. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle brakes are equipped with Brake Pad Wear Indicator that informs the driver of worn-away brake pads. Kelley Blue Book finds the interior of the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle oddly shaped, hindering visibility and creating large blind spots.
Crash Protection
The government awarded the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle a five out of five star rating for side-impact tests for fronts passengers and three out of five for rear passengers and four out of five stars in both frontal-impacts categories. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety rated the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle the highest score of "Good" for frontal-offset crash protection, but issued a rating of "Poor" for side-impact protection.
The 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is fitted with Front Seat Safety Belt pretensioners, side air bags for front occupants, full-length head curtain air bags and active front head restraints. The New Beetle has Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children, which makes it easier for parents to install a child safety seat the proper way. The Collapsible Steering Column, in the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, is designed to collapse upon impact, protecting the driver from further injury from impact.
