Volkswagen Beetle

The Beetle needs different parts depending on the year and whether it has a key or a start button. Find your configuration.

6 vehicle configurations, 5 with a documented setup. See coverage.

Years and how you start it

Supported by a documented setup A reviewed guide documents a setup. Unverified A manufacturer listing alone does not establish compatibility.

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Vehicle configurations by year and how you start them
Years	How you start it	Answer	Module	T-harness	Minimum firmware	Transmission	Evidence
2016 to 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Turn a key	Turn a key	Supported by a documented setup	EVO-ONE	THAR-VW3	1.21	Not listed in guide	Manufacturer guide reviewed: Listed in Fortin install guide #65691 as of 2026-10-16 · page 1
2015 Volkswagen Beetle Turn a key	Turn a key	Supported by a documented setup	EVO-ONE	THAR-VW3	1.21	Not listed in guide	Manufacturer guide reviewed: Listed in Fortin install guide #65681 as of 2026-10-16 · page 1
2014 Volkswagen Beetle Turn a key	Turn a key	Unverified	Unverified				Manufacturer listing seen: Fortin guide index, checked 2026-10-16
2012 to 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Push button start	Push button start	Supported by a documented setup	EVO-ALL	THAR-VW1	75.38	Automatic only	Manufacturer guide reviewed: Listed in Fortin install guide #64591 as of 2026-10-16 · page 1
2012 to 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Turn a key	Turn a key	Supported by a documented setup	EVO-ONE	THAR-VW3	1.21	Not listed in guide	Manufacturer guide reviewed: Listed in Fortin install guide #65651 as of 2026-10-16 · page 1
2010 Volkswagen Beetle Turn a key	Turn a key	Supported by a documented setup	EVO-ONE	Not listed in guide	75.40	Automatic only	Manufacturer guide reviewed: Listed in Fortin install guide #101641 as of 2026-10-16 · page 1

Not sure which ignition?

Push-to-start: you press a button to start. Standard key: you turn a key. H key or G key: Toyota keys with an H or G stamped on the blade.

A qualified installer can confirm your configuration and the full current guide.