2012 Volkswagen New Beetle (updated starts at 19k)
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2012 Volkswagen New Beetle (updated starts at 19k)
he new New Beetle is due to appear in spring 2011 and will, like its predecessor, be built in Puebla, Mexico. It will adopt suspension components from the last-generation Golf. U.S. buyers will choose from three familiar engines: a 2.5-liter five-cylinder (170 hp), a 2.0-liter turbo unit (200 hp), and a 2.0-liter turbo-diesel (140 hp). Transmission choices will include manuals and dual-clutch automatics with up to seven speeds.
The new version grows by 3.5 inches in length and sports a flatter roofline, a more upright windshield, a wider track, and a reduced front overhang. The extended rear end accommodates a larger cargo area, and the roomier passenger compartment offers more headroom. The overall shape is reminiscent of the Ragster concept from the 2005 Detroit auto show. The cabriolet retains the old-fashioned stacked roof (when lowered). A speedster spin-off is under consideration for the midcycle update.
http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...tle/index.html
The new version grows by 3.5 inches in length and sports a flatter roofline, a more upright windshield, a wider track, and a reduced front overhang. The extended rear end accommodates a larger cargo area, and the roomier passenger compartment offers more headroom. The overall shape is reminiscent of the Ragster concept from the 2005 Detroit auto show. The cabriolet retains the old-fashioned stacked roof (when lowered). A speedster spin-off is under consideration for the midcycle update.
http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...tle/index.html
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WOW its about time. I new someone who had one back in 2001. They have not done a thing to entice buyer to continue buying up these little cars. Its in really bad need of a refresh and a few new power plant options. A turbo with some ***** would be a great start
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I don't think that will be it. The Beetle, in order to be a Beetle, needs to have the bubble roof, not something more conventional. I recall a while back VW mentioned they will keep it looking "traditional." But then again they also claimed we'd have a new Beetle three years ago.