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New VW Beetle: What to Expect?

Modified On Dec 22, 2015 07:05 PM By Raunak for Volkswagen Beetle

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Update: December 18, 2015, Volkswagen India has re-launched Beetle in the country at a starting price tag of Rs. 28.73 lacs (ex-showroom, Mumbai). Check out more on the new Beetle Launch

Volkswagen is prepped-up to re-launch Beetle in India, the launch is slated this week on 19th. The Luxury hatchback segment has a lot of rivals currently compared to the Beetle's previous stint. The new Beetle will compete with Mini Cooper S and Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione as its formidable rivals along with others like Mercedes-Benz A-Class and BMW 1 Series. Prices are expected to be in the vicinity of Rs. 30 lacs. Let us see what it has to offer.

Mechanicals

  • New Beetle is powered by Volkswagen’s 1.4-liter TSI - turbocharged gasoline motor coupled to a 7-speed DCT dual-clutch automatic transmission
  • The engine develops 150 PS

Safety

  • It gets standard 6-airbags - driver and front passenger airbags (with passenger airbag de-activation) along with side and combined curtain airbags
  • It also offers -hill-hold function, ESC (Electronic Stability Control), ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), ASR (Anti-slip Regulation), EDL (Electronic Differential Lock) and EDTC (Engine Drag Torque Control)

Features

  • The headlights are Bi-xenon with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and the fog lamps feature static cornering lights
  • It also offers LED taillights
  • New Beetle will come with VW’s Composition Media touchscreen infotainment system with 8 speaker system; connectivity options include - USB, AUX-IN and Bluetooth connectivity
  • The seats are upholstered in leather along with the steering wheel, gearshift knob and handbrake lever
  • The vehicle offers ambient light with three color options.
  • Other features include - panoramic sunroof, front seats with height adjustment and lumbar support along with heating option; ORVMs - power-adjustable, folding and heated; auto rain and light sensors, and cruise control

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