The NHTSA announces that while the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is quite a great car, there is a problem with some safety aspects on it. While they don't mind the retro aspect and the all the hippie/hipster halo around it, the American authority drew the line at airbag issues. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle On the models which are listed as being affected...
Volkswagen introduces a new special edition of the latest generation Beetle. The new Exclusive edition will be priced from €22,650 and will be offered in both Coupe and Convertible variants. New styling features of the Beetle Exclusive edition include a new exterior finish, larger 18- to 19-inch alloy wheels and stainless steel door sills. Volkswagen Beetle Exclusive Edition Entering the...
Volkswagen officially introduces the new open-top version of the Beetle in the home market, Germany. Priced from €21,350, the Beetle Convertible is powered by a 1.2-liter petrol unit capable to deliver 104 horsepower and linked to a six-speed dual-clutch DSG transmission. A more powerful petrol variant with 158 horsepower is available as well as a 1.6-liter TDI with 104 horses....
The Germans at Volkswagen released details on the 2013 Amarok pickup, a model which will get an improved equipment line but also a replacement unit for the 163-horsepower diesel engine. To start off with the performance improvements, VW provides a new BiTDI diesel capable to deliver 180 horsepower and a fuel economy of 8 liters/100km (35,3mpg UK) with CO2 emissions...
Volkswagen revealed the new Santana sedan, a model which reached its second generation and is going to continue the successful story of the current model in China. Power is provided by a 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine capable to deliver 90 horsepower and a more powerful 1.6-liter with 110 horses. 2013 Volkswagen Santana There will be a total of three trim levels,...
The Germans from Volkswagen decided to release photos and details on a special edition of the new Beetle. We talk about the 53 Edition, a model which is especially dedicated to the Spanish market. Under the bonnet, VW will offer a total of three units starting with a 1.2-liter TSI with 105hp and continuing with a 1.6-liter TDI producing 105hp...
