2006 BEST CARS - BEST
IN CLASS

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5
Under $18,000
2dr (2.5L, 5 cyl.; 150 hp)

MSRP: $17,795
Kelley Blue Book Value:$17,391
Service cost (5 yr):$2,619
Insurance cost (1 yr):$1,071
Resale % (3 yr/5 yr):60/46
MPG: 22 city, 31 hwy
Annual fuel cost: $1,755
Wheelbase: 99 in.
Cargo space: 12 cu. ft.
Length/width: 161/68 in.
Legroom front/rear: 39/34 in.
Transmission: Manual standard; automatic costs $1,075

The only car in this class that now comes with stability control standard, the Bug gets more power this year, too.