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New Volkswagen Beetle Review
- Nov 26, 2015
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We take the latest iteration of the iconic Volkswagen Beetle for a spin on the scenic roads of Wolfsburg, Germany
If there is one car in the Volkswagen portfolio that needs no introduction, it is undoubtedly the Beetle. Volkswagen commenced sales of the Bug during the Second World War; after 70 years and sales of over 22 million globally, the Bug has now evolved to look like this. Say hello to the new Volkswagen Beetle.
Now, unlike its predecessor, this New Beetle bears tremendous resemblance to the original Beetle. While the overall silhouette of the two cars are still extremely identical, VW has done well to give this new Beetle a retro-modern look. The swooping tail section gives it a retro appeal and the longer bonnet leading into the headlights with DRLs and the rear spoiler add that much needed modern charm. What's more, in this new iteration, the Beetle is wider and longer than the outgoing model.
We really liked the fact that retro-modern theme continues on the inside too. Just like the original Beetle, a part of the dashboard comes covered in body-coloured panels, albeit in plastic instead of metal. Overall, the quality of plastics isn't up to the mark with what you would expect out of a car in this class. Seats are comfortable and supportive. In terms of space, even an average person would be cramped for room at the back. At 310 litres, the boot is of a decent size, but loading larger suitcases might be a task due to the swooping tail section.
A car in this class is expected to come loaded with features, and in that regard, the New Beetle doesn't disappoint. The Coupe version that will make it to India will come fitted with a sunroof, keyless access, leather seats and ambient lighting. The centre console is a large touch screen unit that supports Bluetooth, AUX and USB connectivity and has navigation system too. On the outside, the New Beetle will feature LED Daytime Running Lights and chrome ORVMs.
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Ride quality isn't out of this world and the car tends to feel jittery especially on city roads. The suspension is firmly set up due to which you feel even some of the smaller bumps seep into the cabin. But this same attribute ensures that the Beetle behaves fairly well in corners. The wider track and the larger wheels too play their part in inspiring confidence in the car’s handling capabilities. The steering is fairly accurate but lacks connect and feels falsely weighted.
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