The original Beetle had to go because it ... the novelty wore off and sales slowed down. Volkswagen introduced a new version in 2012 that was lower and racier in the hopes of throwing off the ...

The Volkswagen Beetle's exterior is all-new for 2012 becoming longer, lower, and wider. The new Beetle is 6.0 inches longer, 0.5 inches lower, and 3.3 inches wider than the old model, giving it ...

the Volkswagen factory was transferred in 1949 to the Germany government and the state of Lower Saxony, which still owns part of the company. By 1955, the 1 millionth Beetle -- officially called ...

SPECIFICATIONS. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Vehicle Type: front-engine, front-wheel-drive, 4-passenger, 3-door hatchback. PRICE AS TESTED $26,990 (base price: $24,090). ENGINE TYPE turbocharged and ...

And even with the lower roof, ... 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo with Sunroof, Sound and Navigation. Base Price: $29,865. As-Tested Price: $29,865.

Will Volkswagen revive the Beetle in the electric era? ... The roof was also lowered to 1,400 mm (around 90 mm reduction) to enhance aerodynamics while giving it a sportier look.

Photographer Tony Triolo shot a photo of a Volkswagen Beetle after it was gently lowered into the waters of Homosassa Springs, Florida. The Beetle did float for a while, but as advertised ...

SPECIFICATIONS. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Turbo S. VEHICLE TYPE Front-engine, front-wheel-drive, 4-passenger, 3-door sedan. BASE PRICE $23,950. ENGINE TYPE Turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 20 ...

As a refresher, the most powerful version of the turbocharged 1.8-liter motor in the stock New Beetle produced 178 hp (132 kW / 180 PS) and 235 Nm (173 lb-ft) of torque.