New Beetle Unveiled

Volkswagen unveiled the newest Beetle generation at the Shanghai Motor show last month. 84 mm) and 1,486 in height (-12 mm). The track width front and rear as well as the wheelbase at 2,537 mm, are also increased. There will be three trim levels available - Beetle, Design and Sport - each of with its own character and features,. Optional equipment will include Keyless Access through satellite navigation systems, panoramic sunroof as well as bi-xenon headlights and LED daytime running lights. For the UK market, there will be four engine options, three petrol -a 1.2-litre TSI 105 PS, a 1.4-litre TSI 160 PS and a 2.0-litre TSI 200 PS; and one diesel - a 1.6-litre 105 PS with Volkswagen's BlueMotion Technology. The additions of Stop/Start and battery regeneration systems allow the Volkswagen Beetle to achieve figures of 65.7 mpg on the combined cycle and emit only 112g/km of CO2 emissions with the 1.6 litre 105PS engine. Safety features will include standard ESP and six airbags, alongside a laser-welded and galvanised body structure. The top of the range engine, the 2.0 litre 200 PS will feature standard XDS electronic differential lock as fitted to the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The new Volkswagen Beetle will be ready to order in the summer for UK customers, with the first cars arriving in showrooms during early 2012 for sale alongside the Volkswagen Golf in Scotland.

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