Anti-Intrusion Beams
VW uses steel reinforcements in the doors which are designed to absorb and redirect impact energy upon a side impact - basically creating a steel cage to protect passengers. Sounds good on paper. Even better on impact. Once a VW hits 8 miles per hour, the doors automatically lock. This helps to keep the passengers safe inside the cabin of the VW. Just pull the handle twice to unlock the doors, or press the unlock button.
What good are washer nozzles if they are frozen closed? Your washer nozzles on your VW heat up to keep ice from forming over them. The side view mirrors have the blinkers built right into them. This makes your VW safer because it clearly signals vehicles to the left or right of your VW when you're turning or changing lanes. And as an added bonus, it's easier for the driver to spot when you're driving with your blinker on. It tilts. It slides. It's got pinch protection. And it's tinted so you don't get toasted when the sun comes out to play.
The New Beetle's iconic round shape doesn't just give it a spacious feeling; it actually gives added strength and rigidity for safety. And just like a concert hall, it makes for fantastic acoustics.For additional safety, there’s an additional third brake light, mounted higher than the others, right in the middle of your New Beetle’s backsideEngine
Type 2.5L, 5-cylinder, in-line
Bore 3.25 in (82.5 mm)
Stroke 3.65 in (92.8 mm)
Displacement 151.3 in3 (2,480 cm3)
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Horsepower 150 @ 5,000 (110 kW @ 5,000)
Maximum torque 170 @ 3,750 (228 Nm @ 3,750)
Fuel requirement Regular unleaded
Firing order 1-2-4-5-3
Type 2.5L, 5-cylinder, in-line
Bore 3.25 in (82.5 mm)
Stroke 3.65 in (92.8 mm)
Displacement 151.3 in3 (2,480 cm3)
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Horsepower 150 @ 5,000 (110 kW @ 5,000)
Maximum torque 170 @ 3,750 (228 Nm @ 3,750)
Fuel requirement Regular unleaded
Firing order 1-2-4-5-3
Body, Chassis and Suspension
Type
Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders
Front Suspension
Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers,23 mm integrated stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension
Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurizedshock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar
Service Brakes
Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22 mm front discs and 232 x 9 mmsolid rear discs
Anti Lock Braking System
Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution
Parking Brake
Mechanical, effective on rear wheels
Wheels
6.5J X 16'' alloy wheels
6.5J X 17'' alloy wheels
Tires
205/55 R16 H, all-season tires
205/55 R17 H, all-season tires
Drag Coefficient
0.38
Type
Unitized construction, bolt-on front fenders
Front Suspension
Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers,23 mm integrated stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension
Independent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurizedshock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar
Service Brakes
Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22 mm front discs and 232 x 9 mmsolid rear discs
Anti Lock Braking System
Standard, all four wheels, 3-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution
Parking Brake
Mechanical, effective on rear wheels
Wheels
6.5J X 16'' alloy wheels
6.5J X 17'' alloy wheels
Tires
205/55 R16 H, all-season tires
205/55 R17 H, all-season tires
Drag Coefficient
0.38
