2002 Volkswagen Beetle Tires

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2002 Volkswagen Beetle Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your Volkswagen Beetle tire size? Use the following chart to find information on tire size, speed rating, and inflation.

Trim Level Tire Size Speed Rating Inflation in PSI F/R
2002 Volkswagen Beetle GLX 205/55R16 H 29 PSI/28 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2002 Volkswagen Beetle GLS 205/55R16 H 29 PSI/28 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2002 Volkswagen Beetle Sport 225/45R17 H 29 PSI/28 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2002 Volkswagen Beetle GL 205/55R16 H 29 PSI/28 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2002 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo S 225/45R17 H 29 PSI/28 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

2002 Volkswagen Beetle GLX

- Size: Shop 205/55R16

- Speed Rating: H

- Inflation F/R: 29 PSI/28 PSI

2002 Volkswagen Beetle GLS

- Size: Shop 205/55R16

- Speed Rating: H

- Inflation F/R: 29 PSI/28 PSI

2002 Volkswagen Beetle Sport

- Size: Shop 225/45R17

- Speed Rating: H

- Inflation F/R: 29 PSI/28 PSI

2002 Volkswagen Beetle GL

- Size: Shop 205/55R16

- Speed Rating: H

- Inflation F/R: 29 PSI/28 PSI

2002 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo S

- Size: Shop 225/45R17

- Speed Rating: H

- Inflation F/R: 29 PSI/28 PSI

* Note: these models have different tire sizes depending on vehicle options.

Recommended Tires for Your 2002 Volkswagen Beetle

What tires are best for a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Volkswagen Beetle.

Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
Blizzak WS90

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A I RFT
Potenza RE050A I RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone DriveGuard Plus
DriveGuard Plus

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RACE
Potenza RACE

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT
Potenza RE050A RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+
Potenza RE980AS+

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE71RS
Potenza RE71RS

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza S001 RFT
Potenza S001 RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Potenza Sport

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS
Potenza Sport AS

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Turanza QUIETTRACK
Turanza QUIETTRACK

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Ecopia EP422 Plus
Ecopia EP422 Plus

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Turanza T005
Turanza T005

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone WEATHERPEAK
WEATHERPEAK

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Bridgestone Turanza EL42 RFT
Turanza EL42 RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Firestone Firehawk AS V2
Firehawk AS V2

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Firestone WEATHERGRIP
WEATHERGRIP

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500
Firehawk Indy 500

  • Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Firestone ALL SEASON
ALL SEASON

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Firestone FT140
FT140

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Firestone Winterforce 2
Winterforce 2

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
SUREDRIVE Sport
Sport

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
SUREDRIVE ALL-Season
ALL-Season

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
SUREDRIVE Touring A/S
Touring A/S

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Toyo Extensa A/S II
Extensa A/S II

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Toyo PROXES R1R
PROXES R1R

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport
PROXES Sport

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport A/S
PROXES Sport A/S

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance

Get the Right Tires for 2002 Volkswagen Beetle

Buying new tires can be easy and quick, especially when you're equipped with quality information from the tire experts that know! That's why you should come to see us when it's time to buy new tires for your 2002 Volkswagen Beetle. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for Volkswagen tires in all sizes, for all seasons. Whether you want a tire that's built to take tight corners, handle diverse terrain, or improve fuel-efficiency, you'll find affordable tires that get the job done.

View Volkswagen-recommended tires for your 2002 Beetle, plus helpful information about Volkswagen Beetle tire pressure, tire size, and speed rating. Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for tires and you'll experience our best service. As one of our tire managers, Ruben, says, “I make sure you know which tire is the best fit for your car, not only for performance but safety.”

Other than getting the proper tire size, you also want to consider a handful of other factors when buying new Volkswagen Beetle tires like which tire brands you like most and where you drive. If you live in south Texas, you probably won't want to buy studdable snow tires. Washington state or Montana is a different story, though. If you live in a state with some extreme seasonal shifts, you might want to switch between winter tires and all-season tires for the best performance.

Think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience when evaluating your driving conditions. Drivers in states that fully experience all four seasons often buy two sets of tires: one for summer and one for winter. It's one of the best ways to maximize their Volkswagen Beetle's safety and performance from January to December. Other drivers prefer the convenience of all-season tires. They make one trip to the tire shop and they're pretty much ready for rain, light snow, or sun!

Your personal driving style is the next factor to consider. Do you enjoy challenging the limits of your Volkswagen Beetle? Hitting the road less traveled? If you're a diehard off-roader, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't leave the paved path. You'll want a tire that can handle dirt, gravel, stone, sand, and more. You might even want a bigger tire with stiffer sidewalls and a wide tread pattern to help prevent punctures and maintain stability on bumpy roads. But if you plan on sticking around town, a Volkswagen Beetle tire that offers a smooth, quiet ride might be exactly what you need. Talk to a tire technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care for help choosing the best tire for you, or start shopping for Volkswagen Beetle tires online. You're only a few clicks away from finding the right 2002 Volkswagen Beetle tire for your needs.

Good Tire Brands for Volkswagen Beetles

You have many great options for Volkswagen Beetle tire brands when you visit Firestone Complete Auto Care. Firestone and Bridgestone are two of the most popular. Firestone tires for Volkswagen Beetles always deliver! Harvey Firestone started the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900 in Akron, OH. He was a visionary from the start. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he started making and testing farm, truck, and passenger tires. Fun fact: in 1908, Firestone's company introduced the first all-rubber, non-skid tire! Thanks to Harvey Firestone, Firestone Tires has been committed to staying ahead of the curve since day one. Firestone now makes about 8,000 different tires for all kinds of vehicles — including tires for 2002 Volkswagen Beetles.

You can't go wrong with Bridgestone for Volkswagen Beetle tires, too. Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. was founded by Shojiro Ishibashi in Japan in 1931 and merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1990. Today, Bridgestone Tires has more than 55,000 employees and 50 production facilities throughout the Americas. The company is a global leader in rubber products and tire technology, providing world-class service, tires, and more to communities worldwide. As Shojiro Ishibashi put it, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." That means you can buy superior quality Bridgestone tires for a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle and drive with peace of mind!

Volkswagen Beetle Tire Installation & Rotation

Firestone Complete Auto Care installs more tires on more cars than most other companies. We're your tire shop and a complete service center for tire installation, maintenance, repair, rotation, and alignment! Buy 2002 Volkswagen Beetle tires online and schedule your installation when it's convenient for you. Many stores are open late and on weekends to better fit your busy schedule.

Questions About 2002 Volkswagen Beetle Tires

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common Volkswagen Beetle tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Why does Volkswagen tire inflation matter? The right tire inflation helps increase fuel economy, improve braking time, and boost tire lifespan! The right tire pressure can make all the difference. Even a small change in tire pressure can impact your driving.
  • What do the numbers on my Volkswagen Beetle tires mean? The numbers on your tire sidewall give you information about tire speed rating, traction, treadwear, tire size, and load carrying capacity. Chat with a tire technician to learn how to read the numbers on your Volkswagen tires!
  • How do I check the tread depth on my Volkswagen tires? Grab a penny. Hold the so that Abe Lincon's head is facing you and his hair is pointing toward the ground. Then, place the penny into a tread groove. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new Volkswagen Beetle tires.