Year-by-year fitment data

Volkswagen Beetle Steering Wheel Size (1968 - 2019)

From 1968 to 1975, the Volkswagen Beetle has a steering wheel size of 15 3/4" x 3 1/8" (diameter x grip circumference).

From 1998 to 2005, the size was 15" x 3 3/4" (Class AXX).

Between 2006 and 2010, the size changed to 15" x 4" (Class C).

The years 2012 to 2019 saw a reduction in size to 14 1/2" x 4 1/8".

Refer to the table below for detailed data.

Steering wheel size table

Compare the available model-year measurements below.

Volkswagen Beetle Steering Wheel Size (1968 - 2019)
Year Steering Wheel Size (Diameter x Grip Circumference) Size Classification
2019 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2018 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2017 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2016 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2015 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2014 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2013 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2012 14 1/2" X 4 1/8"
2010 15" X 4" C
2009 15" X 4" C
2008 15" X 4" C
2007 15" X 4" C
2006 15" X 4" C
2005 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
2004 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
2003 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
2002 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
2001 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
2000 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1999 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1998 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1975 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"
1974 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"
1973 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"
1972 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"
1971 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"
1970 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"
1969 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"
1968 15 3/4" X 3 1/8"

How to confirm cover fitment

Need help measuring diameter or grip circumference before buying a cover? Use our steering wheel measurement guide to confirm the fit on your Volkswagen Beetle before ordering.

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Data sources and methodology

SteeringWheelSize.com compiles steering wheel size data from model-year references, manufacturer materials, parts listings, and marketplace sources. The table on this page presents the measurements as diameter x grip circumference.

Trim rows and size classifications are shown when that information is available for the Volkswagen Beetle. Always verify fitment on the wheel before driving with an installed cover.