I have included a picture showing Curt trailer hitch # C11354 installed. As you can see the top of the receiver is about an inch or so from the bottom of the rear fascia. The bottom of the receiver then is another 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 inches below that. Your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible already sits pretty low leaving not much room for a hitch. While I don't have an exact measurement of the ground clearance the picture certainly tells the tale.
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If the owners manual for your 2013 Volkswagen Beetle says that it is not recommended to tow a trailer but does not specifically say you can't then I would check with a Volkswagen dealer or, even better, Volkswagen corporate to clarify if it can be done or not.
While we haven't tested the Beetle in towing conditions I would not think such a light trailer would be a problem. But again, Volkswagen is going to have the final word.
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