New Volkswagen Beetle from £16,490 OTR

The Beetle marks the start of the future of the most famous car in the world.  The new generation updates the classic design of the original Beetle and combines it with the technology of the 21^st Century.  The highest quality standards and everyday practicality guarantee that the Beetle still draws attention even after seven decades, and 21.5 million units sold.

Sporty, more dynamic and more masculine.  The longer bonnet, the more steeply angled and set-back windscreen and the flatter roofline give the Beetle a supreme air of sportiness.  The new interior creates an agile, driver-orientated coupe experience and significantly greater sensation of space for everyone.

The latest TSI technology makes this Beetle the most economical and dynamic Beetle ever.  It has lower fuel consumption in comparison with its predecessor and the top-of-the-range 2.0 litre TSI engine delivering 200 PS*.  And for the first time the Beetle also boasts efficient 7 speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox.

The new design also determines the shape and colour of the interior.  The visual highlights include body-coloured or ‘Gloss Black’ dash and door panels, depending on trim level and two-tone seat designs.  Retro details such as the extra glovebox show the love for detail and the Beetle.

The optional highlights include the electrically operated panoramic sliding sunroof, the ‘Sport’ instrument panel* on the dashboard and the ‘Fender’ premium soundpack audio system.

Beetle History

Original Beetle

• 1938: Start of production of the original Beetle
• With over 21.5 million models built, one of the three, most successful cars in the world
• Volkswagen de Mexico produced the 20 millionth Beetle in 1981

Concept 1

• 1994: Design study at the Detroit Motor Show

New Beetle

• 1998: Official Launch
• The worlds forst retro design model
• Over 1.1 million New Beetles sold by 2010 (incl. New Beetle Cabriolet)

Ragster

• 2005: Design study at the Detroit Motor Show

The Beetle

• 2011: The 21^st Century Beetle
• Simultaneous world premieres in Shanghai, Berlin and New York
• Produced in Puebla, Mexico

Highlights of the 21^st Century Beetle

• Genuine retro design for the 21^st Century
• Clearly identifiable as a successor of the legendary original Beetle
• Visual differentiation by trim level
• A large selection of paint finishes and six attractive wheel designs for individualisation
• Enlarged rear tailgate for easier loading and unloading
• Two TSI engines from launch
• Three models : Beetle, Design and Sport
• Up to 20% lower fuel consumption compared with its predecessor
• For the first time the 7 speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox is available on the 1.2 litre TSI 105 PS engine
• Further petrol and diesel engines available during 2012, including a 2.0 litre TSI 200 PS petrol engine.
• New sensation of space thanks to the position of the windscreen and flatter roof
• Interior ergonomics with sportier driving experience
• Excellent everyday practicality with four seats and 905 litres luggage capacity
• Hill hold function
• XDS electronic differential lock
• ‘Keyless entry’, (optional)
• RNS 510 navigation/DVD radio system (optional)
• ‘Fender’ premium soundpack (optional)
• Extremely high level of safety which is typical of Volkswagen
• ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) a standard feature of every Beetle

Customisation

• Eleven colourful paint finishes
• Six colours for all equipment lines

Infotainment

• Extensive range of audio and navigation technology
• Standard integrated and securely installed radio/CD player
• Intuitive and simple operation
• AUX-in socket fitted as standard across the range
• Multi Device Interface (MDI) including USB and iPod connection cables – standard on Design and Sport and optional on the Beetle. 

‘Fender’ Premium Soundpack

• The range of equipment available for Beetle is state-of-the-art, ranging from entry level RCD 310 DAB digital radio to the range topping optional RNS 510 navigation/DVD radio system
• ‘Fender’ premium soundpack upgrade to the RCD 510, RNS 315 or RNS 510 systems offering 400 watt output, 8 speakers plus sub woofer (Panasonic/Fender) with ambient illumination around speakers and door panels
• Sound system from the legendary US manufacturer of musical instruments and amplifiers
• Exclusive co-operation with Volkswagen
• Three-colour ambient lighting exclusively in conjunction with ‘Fender’ premium soundpack
• Pure audible and tangible listening pleasure
• Visually and acoustically perfect integration into the interior of the Beetle

Panoramic Sunroof

• Bright interior as a result of significantly larger glazed area
• Doesn’t impede interior headroom
• Wind deflector reduces annoying wind noise and protects from air turbulence
• Thermally insulated tinted glass and sunblind prevent the interior heating up in hot weather
• Seamless transition from the windscreen to the glazed area of the panoramic sliding sunroof.

Watch the Beetle 2012 Commercial below.

New Volkswagen Beetle in Scotland

The new Volkswagen Beetle is available to order now with two engines; a 105bhp and 160bhp TSI (emitting 139g/km of CO2) petrol, while the 200bhp diesel will land later on next year. To find out more about the new model or to book a test drive in the new Volkswagen Beetle in Scotland contact us today.

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