The Current Beetle has always been known as the "New Beetle" (as opposed to the Old Aircooled Model) and this is the last version of that model before the next Generation(and hopefully much better) model arrives. It has lasted a fair while though so it must be considered a success . Weird Dud Drive However and soooo Girly.I hope they can succeed this with an update up to the standard of the Mini Cooper. If not then they should just let it rest. This iteration was just lame. A 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder petrol engine that produces 150 horsepower is pretty much lergatic. I hope the next Beetle is not as gay or girly as the current car or just a mere fashion accessory .Meant to highlight the end of the current Beetle, the Final Editions boast an exclusive Aquarius Blue paint job, 17-inch alloy wheels, a sport suspension, special badging, and an individually numbered steering wheel.
In terms of performance, the Final Editions are equipped with a 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder petrol engine that produces 150 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque.
According to Volkswagen of America CEO Mark Barnes, "Since its launch in 1998, the New Beetle - and the New Beetle convertible that later followed - have connected generations of fans that love the cars' totally unique styling and characteristics that are simply unmatched." He added, "The Final Editions combine all of the elements that best represent what people love the most about the New Beetle, and that have created the car's legacy, which will live on in generations to come."
Set to go on sale in the spring of 2010 (the coupe costs $20,240 USD and the convertible goes for $27,170 USD), production will be limited to 1,500 units each.
I think you mean 'lethargic' Nederina. Quite frankly, I am baffled by VW's claim that this Beetle is NEW! It must be the joke of the decade, but I'm hardly amusedIn terms of performance, the Final Editions are equipped with a 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder petrol engine that produces 150 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque.
According to Volkswagen of America CEO Mark Barnes, "Since its launch in 1998, the New Beetle - and the New Beetle convertible that later followed - have connected generations of fans that love the cars' totally unique styling and characteristics that are simply unmatched." He added, "The Final Editions combine all of the elements that best represent what people love the most about the New Beetle, and that have created the car's legacy, which will live on in generations to come."
Set to go on sale in the spring of 2010 (the coupe costs $20,240 USD and the convertible goes for $27,170 USD), production will be limited to 1,500 units each.
Source: Volkswagen
