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Diesel power comes to the Beetle for 2013. Available in hardtop and convertible models, Volkswagen's 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbodiesel engine posts some impressive numbers: 236 lb-ft of torque and 28/41 city/highway mpg. Also, the Beetle Fender Edition, a special trim package presented in cooperation with the iconic electric-guitar maker, is currently available through dealer order.
The 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is not the kind of car you buy because you need it, but because you absolutely want it. Its competitors are found in the "boutique" category – cars that deliver heavily on style, image, emotional appeal and ownership that transcends mere transportation. That group could reasonably include the Mini Cooper, Fiat 500, Ford Mustang, Hyundai Veloster, even the sibling VW GTI and a few others. Yet, the 2012 Beetle is an attractive selection in its own right, with all the mechanical, technological and feature benefits you would expect from Volkswagen, powered by a selection of engines that includes a 2.5-liter 5-cylinder, a 2.0-liter turbo powerhouse, and a 2.0-liter turbodiesel, all wrapped in the most familiar shape on the road.
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By Ace (DC) on Saturday, January 19, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 9,300
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "all of it"
Cons: "the depreciation"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"This car is way under estimated! Its comfortable, very dependable, entertaining to drive, and quick. The build quality is better than you see in most cars. The only disappointing thing is the vakue after a year is a joke so plan on keeping it. People say it has lost half the value and I have no idea why. The Blue tooth is the best, the Fender stereo is the best out there, the panoramic moonroof is awesome. Its just a remarkable car and I average 25 miles in the city better than the sticker."
17 people out of 17 found this review helpful
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an exotic beetle
By sign guy (International) on Monday, January 09, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 900
overall rating 8 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "fun fun car head turner"
Cons: "more roar on the engine when you step on gas"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"this is a head turner, looks like porsche. it has a much softer ride than a porshe and it handles the road close to one. has plenty of power up winding hills i drove it up 3,000ft. mountain in drive and it never hesitated in the climb.it also has real good stoping power from its 4 disc brakes. awsome sound system"
28 people out of 29 found this review helpful
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Superb German quality - extremely solid
By KenB (NY) on Tuesday, January 10, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 2,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Great handling like a gokart! Excellent quality"
Cons: "None so far!"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
My car on delivery day!
"Had an 07 Civic - no match for the Beetle - very tight and solid construction - excellent handling with the standard Conti tires - the standard 170 hp and 6 speed automatic are quite responsive and smooth. Love the interior - like a mini Audi - everyone thinks it has leather seats - and the heated seats and mirrors are nice to have for winter in NY - radio has great sound - car has been getting about 32 mpg on highway as shown on car's dashboard computer. Beetle gets lots of thumbs-up as the 1967 retro styling is fun to look at. I love the car so much that i am buying a new Golf in the spring to replace my 07 Honda Fit!"
31 people out of 34 found this review helpful
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My car on delivery day!