MODE D'EMPLOI NEW BEETLE VOLKSWAGEN
The New Beetle
and New Beetle Cabriolet

A unique exterior and interior.
New Beetle driving is about enjoyment. So to maximise your enjoyment we thought you'd appreciate loads of great features. Like ESP, power steering, central locking, front electric windows and body-coloured door mirrors with integrated indicators which are also electrically heated and adjustable. The driver's side door mirror is also fitted with wide angle glass to make overtaking safer.
You'll also find a powerful 'Gamma' radio/CD player with six loudspeakers in the New Beetle, and 10 in the New Beetle Cabriolet. It not only provides terrific stereo sound – it also blends perfectly with the New Beetle's dashboard design.


- An extensive list of interior features includes a digital clock and exterior temperature gauge.
- The system maintains the above described temperature parameters.
in the driver's door for easy
A glance at the clear and easy to see
with important data.
Sporty 16" 'Houston' alloy wheels with 205/55 tyres are standard on
the Luna 1.4 litre and






| 01 The attractive and durable seat upholstery in ‘Eclipse’ design comes in a range of appealing colours. Interior shown is New Beetle Cabriolet 1.9 TDI. | 03 To improve all-round vision, the body-coloured door mirrors are both heated and electrically adjustable. Their simple operation makes adjustment for individual drivers a fast and easy process. These door mirrors also feature integrated indicators to make your intentions totally clear. | 06 Amongst its extensive list of features, the ‘Gamma’ radio boasts a single CD player, 30 station presets, a scan facility and Traffic Information Memory (TIM). |
| 02 All models in the New Beetle Cabriolet range have electric front and rear windows as standard. Located in the driver's door, the controls can operate the windows individually or all at once. So it's easy to remove the last barrier between you and the feeling of pure freedom that only a cabriolet can deliver. For comfort and safety the front electric windows feature a one-touch open and close facility and anti-trapping protection, should anything be in the way. | 04 The height and reach adjustable steering wheel ensures the optimum driving position. | |
| 05 Manual air conditioning provides year round comfort. | |
| Standard on 1.9 TDI, 2.0 litre and 1.8T models. | |
Wherever you sit in the New Beetle Cabriolet you'll always enjoy a comfortable place in the sun. It's all down to ergonomic design – the way that comfort and space are both achieved to maximum effect, ensuring the New Beetle Cabriolet is a fully accomplished four seater. The harmonious blend of design and function is also evident in the dashboard area, where the driver enjoys a clear view of the instruments and will find all controls within easy reach. In fact, all around you'll find proof of the New Beetle Cabriolet's high quality workmanship and attention to detail – even down to the unique vase for your favourite flower.







We hope you'll agree that the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet are somewhat special when you compare them with other cars on the road today. Their individuality and practical solutions are part of their appeal. For example, as a two door, we designed some special front seats that lift up and away, so it's easy to get into the back. This simple task is almost effortless due to the design detail.
We've also included numerous features for your convenience, such as the two removable cup holders incorporated into the centre console. We allowed plenty of storage space, hence the net pockets on the front doors of the New Beetle, the door pockets in the front of the New Beetle Cabriolet, the document pockets on the rear of the front seats, the glove compartment and the front centre armrest (front centre armrest storage area is reduced if the optional front armrest-mounted six CD autochanger is fitted).
* Some parts of leather interior will contain artificial leather.
06 Always close to hand. The New
height adjustment will help youachieve the most comfortable
achieve the most comfortable seating position.
05 The standard front centre armrest
doubles as a handy storage
compartment and houses theoptional six CD autochanger
Interior shown features optional
Interior shown features optional leather* upholstery.
01 'Easy entry' seats make it easier for
rear passengers to get in and out.
As you unlock the backrest, the
front seats automatically slide
forwards. Carpet mats help prote
the interior and are standard on
1.9 TDI models and above, and
optional on all other models.
For night-time use, the vanity
mirror is illuminated.
The cup holders keep your drinks
safe and within easy reach.

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The sun is rising.
Simply unlock the New Beetle Cabriolet's hood and
then hold the operating button as the electrically operated hood glides down.* As it concertinas and
folds flat, it comes to rest on the tail end. From start to finish, this elegant operation has taken just 13 seconds.
For neatness, it can then be tucked under the tailoredhood cover that is colour co-ordinated to the chosenwhelates color of your New Beetle Cabriolet .
Beauty needn't affect functionality.
01 - 04 The multilayered textile hood of the
New Beetle Cabriolet can be opened and
closed both quickly and easily. When closed,
its taut fit is a particularly impressive elementof the can's design , creating an atmosphere .
of the car's design, creating an atmosphere where outside noises can barely be heard.
It even features a glass, heated rear screen .The choice of fine quality materials and the
highest standards of workmanship help ensure
the hood's exceptional durability - against
abrasion, the weather and even the brushes
of a car wash.
05 Releasing the hood is simple. Just push and
Twist the handle to unlock, then leave the rest of the room in the center.
to the electric assistance.
06 If you are travelling briskly, wind buffeting can be heard and heard from the floor. Available
be reduced by a wind defector. Available as
optional extra, it can be fitted in seconds to
reduce air turbulence.
07 Fitted in the centre console, the control for
power hood can be easily reached.*
As a precautionary measure, a hood warning
light near the release handle will i
If the hood is not securely locked.
- Manual hood on Luna 1.4 litre models.








Performance-enhanced beauty.
A galvanised body can be admired for years to come.
With the Volkswagen New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet, quality takes on a new importance. Because with a car that looks so good, you'll want to enjoy its classic design for as long as possible. The complete body of both models is therefore galvanised to protect against corrosion. Moreover, your Volkswagen retailer even gives you a 12-year warranty against rusting through.
The excellent build quality of the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet is evident in many other ways, for example, the narrow and uniform gaps between the body panels. Such precision build is possible because of its great body rigidity achieved through special bonding techniques on areas of particular strain. Close fit panels have numerous benefits including reduced wind noise and improved aerodynamics which in turn lead to reduced fuel consumption. Not only is body strength an important safety measure, it's also key to great roadholding.
Impressive build quality is not only seen, it can be heard and felt as well. Like the sound the door makes as it closes or how the refined interior surfaces are pleasant to touch.
The excellent quality also shows in another, crucial field: repair friendliness. The wings and bumpers are made of resilient plastic and bolted to the body. Consequently, some panels can be exchanged in minutes, for example after parking damage.



01 The narrow tolerances between the panels highlight the exceptional build quality.
02 The use of computerised construction techniques helps ensure the precise fit of every panel.
03 Perfect workmanship provides a perfect finish.


The epitome of modern day safety.
We know you'll enjoy driving the New Beetle, but we want you to feel totally safe and secure as well. The chassis, for example, is strengthened at important points across the bodywork. Such joints absorb energy, and help to keep the inner protective safety cell intact following a collision. You'll also notice that in the New Beetle Cabriolet there's no rollover bar to obstruct the view of the clear blue sky. You can be assured however that it's there if you need it. At the slightest hint of a roll or impact, rollover bars eject from the rear backrests and together with a reinforced windscreen frame provide exceptional protection to passengers.
In addition to front airbags (passenger's front airbag can be deactivated if required), the driver and front passenger have the reassurance of side airbags, an Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) for exceptional roadholding on poor or wet surfaces and front active head restraints which help lower the risk of whiplash injuries in the event of an accident. The two rear passengers are protected by three-point seat belts and head restraints.
In fact, there are numerous electronic features that are constantly monitoring and assessing the driving situation and they are ready to react in milliseconds should the need arise. We believe that prevention is the safest form of protection. And when you feel safe, you can enjoy the touring experience of the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet even more.
In addition, there is the innovative Isofix child seat mounting system. This allows children's seats, equipped with the Isofix system, to be fitted securely to the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet's body via eyes between the rear seat backrest and seat base. Child seats with the Isofix system can be purchased from your Volkswagen retailer.

04 ABS helps you to steer around
potential hazards, under hard
braking, by preventing the wheels
from locking.
03 The front passenger airbag can
be deactivated, to allow the use.
of a rear facing child seat, by the
simple turn of a key.
02 Driver and front passenger
airbags are standard to help
protect the front seat occupants.

Life isn't just black and white...















- Sunflower, metallic and pearl effect paints are optional at extra cost.
Please note: Screen technology does not allow exact reproduction of the paint colours. For further details, please contact your Volkswagen retailer.








- 'Graffiti' cloth sports seats and leather upholstery are optional at extra cost.
1 For use in combination with harvest moon beige paint. 2.6.3.4. Use of the light that will not be completely absorbed
. Some parts of leather interior will contain artificial leather .Please note : Screen technology does not allow exact reproduction
Please note: Screen technology does not show exact reproduction of the upholstery colours. For further details, please contact your Volkswagen retailer.
| Seat upholstery | Carpets | Dashboard | black A1 | candy white B4 | sunflower T1* | harvest moon beige VI | salsa red 4Y | shadow blue metallic P6* | platinum grey metallic 2R* | reflex silver metallic 8E* | gecko green metallic 8U* | heavenly blue metallic 9966* | laser blue pearl effect V3* | deep black pearl effect 2T* |
| All models - 'Eclipse' cloth | ● | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| black (BS/BZ1) | | black | black/black | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| cream (BU) | | cream | black/cream | ● | - | - | ● | ● | ● | ● | - | ● | - | ● |
| Optional 'Graffiti' cloth sports seats* | ○ | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| black (EU/GA1) | | black | black/black | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Optional perforated leather*,2 | ○ | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| cream (ZD) | | cream | black/cream | ○ | - | - | ○ | ○ | ○ | - | ○ | - | ○ | ○ |
| black (ZL/ZR1) | | black | black/black | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Optional leather sports seats*,2 | ○ | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| cream (74) | | cream | black/cream | ○ | - | - | ○ | ○ | ○ | - | ○ | - | ○ | ○ |
| black (75/791) | | black | black/black | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
Standard Optional at extra cost Not available
* Sunflower, metallic and pearl effect paints, 'Graffic' cloth sports seats and leather upholstery are optional at extra cost.
1 For use in combination with harvest moon beige paint.
2 Some parts of leather interior will contain artificial leather.















- Sunflower, metallic and pearl effect paints are optional at extra cost.
Please note: Screen technology does not allow exact reproduction of the paint colours. For further details, please contact your Volkswagen retailer.



Cabriolet hood.







| Seat upholstery | Carpets | Dashboard | Tailored hood cover | black A1 | candy white B4 | sunflower TI* | harvest moon beige VI | salsa red 4Y | shadow blue metallic P6* | platinum grey metallic 2R* | reflex silver metallic 8E* | gecko green metallic 8U* | heavenly blue metallic 9966* | laser blue pearl effect Y3* | deep black pearl effect 2T* |
| All models - 'Eclipse' cloth | ● | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| black (BS/BZ1) | | black | black/black | black | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| cream (BU) | | cream | black/cream | cream | ● | - | - | ● | - | ● | ● | - | - | ● | ● |
| Option 'Graffiti' cloth sports seats* | ○ | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| black (EU/GA1) | | black | black/black | black | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Optional perforated leather*,2 | ○ | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| cream (ZD) | | cream | black/cream | cream | ● | - | - | ● | - | ● | ● | - | ● | - | ● |
| black (ZL/ZR1) | | black | black/black | black | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Optional leather sports seats*,2 | ○ | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| cream (74) | | cream | black/cream | cream | ● | - | - | ● | - | ● | ● | - | ● | - | ● |
| black (75/791) | | black | black/black | black | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
Standard Optional at extra cost Not available
Cabriolet hoods in black and cream. Unless indicated with a coloured circle, the combination is not available.
Please note: The tailored hood covers are colour co-ordina
* Sunflower, metallic and pearl effect paints, 'Graffiti' cloth sports seats and leather upholstery are optional at extra cost.
1 For use in combination with harvest moon beige paint. 2 Some parts of leather interior will contain artificial leather.
Please note: The Volkswagen Warranty does not cover the cost of cleaning the cabriolet hood.

Model shown is 1.9 litre TDI with optional 17'' 'Acapulco' alloy wheels and pearl effect paint.
The optional equipment.
Individuality through variety.
We all enjoy different things in life, so shouldn't your New Beetle or New Beetle Cabriolet reflect your own personal taste? With a wide range of optional equipment available, we can help you create an individual specification to turn your dream car into reality.
Leather upholstery.*
With leather upholstery, you can enjoy your New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet in a very special, exclusive atmosphere which can only be created by using the finest materials. Not only does leather have a unique, luxurious fragrance, it has practical benefits too. It's extremely durable, easy to clean and has breathable qualities to help your interior stay fresh. In addition, you can specify leather front sports seats which also include lumbar support. Optional on all models.
enjoyment of open-top driving.
02-04 The leather interior provides an air of exclusivity with leather covered seats, steering wheel and gear knob.
05 For chilly winter days, the leather package also features heated front seats with five temperature settings.
06 For hours of uninterrupted music listening, why not add a six CD autochanger? As it sits in the front centre armrest, it is particularly easy to reach. Optional on all models.

* Some parts of leather interior will contain artificial leather.








off the cruise control. Optional on all models except Luna 1.4 litre.
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Wheels.
A choice of alternative designs are available to create a distinctive and individual finish to your New Beetleand New Beetle Cabriolet. All wheels are designed and constructed to the highest standards and are fitted with
anti-theft wheel bolts.






Split folding rear seats.
The optional split folding rear seats give greater flexibility should you need to carry bulky items of luggage and a rear seat passenger. Optional on all New Beetle models. Not available on New Beetle Cabriolet.
Sports seats (not shown).
Ergonomically shaped and equipped with integral lumbar supports, the optional sports seats offer superb comfort and excellent lateral support. The sports seats come with 'Graffic' upholstery and are optional on all New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet models.
The Winter pack.
Throughout the coldest months, this pack provides added safety and comfort. Front fog lights improve visibility on the road ahead and are neatly integrated under the front bumper. Further safety measures include heated windscreen washer jets to help prevent freezing in sub-zero temperatures. For your comfort this pack also contains heated front seats. Each seat is individually controlled
and quickly warms to one of the five pre-programmed temperature settings. The Winter pack is optional on all New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet mod
Electric glass sunroof.
The New Beetle's optional sunroof is easy to operate thanks to automatic
pre-selection. Just turn the dial and let the sunroof open to your desired setting. When the sunroof is open, a wind deflector automatically extends to reduce buffeting and a blind prevents dazzling from the sun. For added safety, an
anti-trapping device immediately stops the roof if it meets resistance. Spec
the electric glass sunroot and the driver's side grab handle is replaced with a convenient sunglasses case. Optional on all New Beetle models. Not available on New Beetle Cabriolet.
10 The convenience of an elec
cabriolet power hood is available
as an option on Luna 1.4 litre and
standard on all other New Beetle
Cabriolet models.
- Classic 17" 'Screwset' allow wheels with 235/45 R17 tires and anti-theft
64 Classic 17 - Sarasota - any wheels with 223/43 R17 tyres and anti-thrustdrail steering , and 1. 0 TDI - 2 . 0 lit - and 1 . 6T - rated
wheel bolts are optional on 1.9 TDI, 2.0 litre and 1.81 models.
05 Powerful front fog lights improve visibility in poor con
Standard on 1.8T and optional on all other models.
06 Split folding rear seats provide greater practicality. Optional on all
New Beetle models. Not available on New Beetle Cabriolet.
01 Sporty 16" 'Houston' alloy
wheels with 205/55 R16 tyres
are standard on Luna 1.4 litre
and Luno 1 . filters models
and Luna 1.0 fibre models.
Optional on 1.9 TDI models.
"Stylish 16" "San Antonio' alloy
wheels with 205/55 R16 tyres
are standard on 2.0 litre and
1.8T models. Optional on
Luna 1.4 litre, Luna 1.6 litre
and optional at

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01 A slick, five speed manual
gearbox is standard on all
New Beetle and New
Cabrjolet models.
02 Ideal for cruising: the 1.4 litre
75PS petrol engine
03 Refinement: the 2.0 litre 115 PS
petrol engine.
The gearbox:
All engines of the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet are equipped with a five speed
manual gearbox, characterised by a smoothness of operation and powerful acceleration.
Alternatively, with the 2.0 litre engine, you could opt for a six speed automatic tiptronic in
the New Beetle or New Beetle Cabriolet . The innovative automatic tiptronic transmission
gives you the best of both worlds. When you fancy the involvement of a manual, you can
change gear by a simple ‘tipping’ action of the gear lever forwards or backwards. Should
you be faced with city traffic, you can then rely on the automatic function for more relaxed
driving . The automatic tiptronic gearbox even has several mode functions that interpret
your driving style, so should you be accelerating hard it will recognise this and amend the
shift pattern accordingly.

Luna 1.4 litre 75 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - petrol |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 1.4/1390 |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 75/55
5000 |
| Max. torque, lbs.ftt/Nm at rpm | 93/126
3300 |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1182 |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1650 |
| Payload (02) | 468 |
| Axle load limit: Front | 910 |
| Rear | 800 |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 |
| Unbraked | 600 |
| Towbar load limit | 75 |
| Max. roof load | 50 |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) | 100 (161) |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph | 14.6 |
| ABI insurance group | 5 |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Unleaded, 95 RON (04) |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) | |
| Urban | 30.1/9.4 |
| Extra-urban | 48.7/5.8 |
| Combined | 39.8/7.1 |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 169 |
| Emission class | EURO 4 |
| Noise, dB | 72 |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (£tres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.4 (209) |
| With rear seat folded | 27.2 (769) |
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200× 100× 50 mm blocks.
Luna 1.6 litre 102 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
12
Four cylinder in-line - petrol
1.6/1595
102/75
5692
5600
109/148
3800
Five speed manual
1998
1202
1680
478
940
800
1000
600
75
50
36
111 (179)
11.6
7
Downloaded 95 PON (04)
- Unheated, 95 RON (64)
- 147
12/55
27.4/10.3
47.9/5.9
377/7.5
180
EURO4
EOR0473
73
7.4 (209)
27.2 (769)
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks.
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - petrol | |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 1.6/1595 | |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 102/75 | |
| 5600 | |
| Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm at rpm | 109/148 | |
| 3800 | |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual | |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1202 | |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1680 | |
| Payload (02) | 478 | |
| Axle load limit: Front Rear | 940 800 | |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 | |
| Unbraked | 600 | |
| Towbar load limit | 75 | |
| Max. roof load | 50 | |
| Performance | Top speed+, mph (km/h) | 111 (179) | |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Unleaded, 95 RON (04) | |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 | |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) | | |
| Urban | 27.4/10.3 | |
| Extra-urban | 47.9/5.9 | |
| Combined | 37.7/7.5 | |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 180 | |
| Emission class | EURO 4 | |
| Noise, dB | 73 | |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (£tres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.4 (209) | |
| With rear seat folded | 27.2 (769) | |
| † Where the law permits.
‡ VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks. |
1.9 litre TDI 105 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - diesel | |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 1.9/1896 | |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 105/774000 | |
| Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm at rpm | 177/2401800 | |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual | |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1291 | |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1720 | |
| Payload (02) | 429 | |
| Axle load limit: Front Rear | 1020800 | |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 | |
| Unbraked | 600 | |
| Towbar load limit | 75 | |
| Max. roof load | 50 | |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) | 112 (180) | |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph | 11.5 | |
| ABI insurance group | 7 | |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Diesel (05) | |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 | |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) Urban | 41.5/6.8 | |
| Extra-urban | 61.4/4.6 | |
| Combined | 52.3/5.4 | |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 143 | |
| Emission class | EURO 4 | |
| Noise, dB | 71 | |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.4 (209) | |
| With rear seat folded | 27.2 (769) | |
07)
| 01) | The maximum power output figures are quoted in PS (or Pferdestärke, which is the metric equivalent of horsepower). To convert from metric to imperial horsepower, divide the PS figure by 1.0139. |
| 02) | Figures are calculated in accordance with manufacturer's criteria. The individual unladen weight depends on the specification of the vehicle, this then reduces the possible payload accordingly. |
| 03) | With increasing altitude the engine performance diminishes. From 1,000 m above sea level and for every 1,000 m thereafter 10% of the vehicle/trailer weight (trailer weight + gross vehicle weight) must be deducted. |
| 04) | Thanks to the knock control, unleaded four star (at least 95 RON) can be used instead of Super plus unleaded. |
| 05) | The use of RME and FAME (bio diesel) is not possible. |
| 06) | Official fuel consumption according to EU Directive 99/94. The consumption calculation according to 1999/100/EC is based on the actual unladen weight of the vehicle. Additional specifications can lead to a higher weight class and hence to consumption figures of this higher weight class. The driving style, road and traffic conditions, environmental influences and vehicle condition can in practice lead to consumption figures, which may differ from those calculated with this standard. |
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200× 100× 50mm blocks.
2.0 litre 115 PS.
Technical specification.
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200 × 100 × 50 ~mm blocks.
Notes.
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - petrol | Four cylinder in-line - petrol |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 2.0/1984 | 2.0/1984 |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 115/85 | 115/85 |
| 5400 | 5400 |
| Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm at rpm | 127/172 | 127/172 |
| 3200 | 3200 |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual | Six speed auto tiptronic |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1246 | 1280 |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1710 | 1730 |
| Payload (02) | 464 | 450 |
| Axle load limit: Front Rear | 970 | 1000 |
| 800 | 800 |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 | 1000 |
| Unbraked | 600 | 600 |
| Towbar load limit | 75 | 75 |
| Max. roof load | 50 | 50 |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) | 115 (185) | 113 (182) |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph | 10.9 | 12.9 |
| ABI insurance group | 8 | 8 |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Unleaded, 95 RON (04) | Unleaded, 95 RON (04) |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 | 12/55 |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) Urban | 23.7/11.9 | 21.2/13.3 |
| Extra-urban | 41.5/6.8 | 40.9/6.9 |
| Combined | 32.5/8.7 | 30.7/9.2 |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 210 | 222 |
| Emission class | EURO 4 | EURO 4 |
| Noise, dB | 72 | 71 |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.4 (209) | 7.4 (209) |
| With rear seat folded | 27.2 (769) | 27.2 (769) |
† Where the law permits.
1.8 litre Turbo 150 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - petrol |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 1.8/1781 |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 150/110 5800 |
| Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm at rpm | 162/220 2000 |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1269 |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1750 |
| Payload (02) | 481 |
| Axle load limit: Front Rear | 1010 800 |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 |
| Unbraked | 600 |
| Towbar load limit | 75 |
| Max. roof load | 50 |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) | 126 (203) |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph | 8.7 |
| ABI insurance group | 12 |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Unleaded, 95 RON (04) |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) Urban | 25.7/11.0 |
| Extra-urban | 44.1/6.4 |
| Combined | 34.9/8.1 |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 194 |
| Emission class | EURO 4 |
| Noise, dB | 72 |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.4 (209) |
| With rear seat folded | 27.2 (769) |
| 01) | The maximum power output figures are quoted in PS (or Pferdestärke, which is the metric equivalent of horsepower). To convert from metric to imperial horsepower, divide the PS figure by 1.0139. |
| 02) | Figures are calculated in accordance with manufacturer's criteria. The individual unladen weight depends on the specification of the vehicle, this then reduces the possible payload accordingly. |
| 03) | With increasing altitude the engine performance diminishes. From 1,000 m above sea level and for every 1,000 m thereafter 10% of the vehicle/trailer weight (trailer weight + gross vehicle weight) must be deducted. |
| 04) | Thanks to the knock control, unleaded four star (at least 95 RON) can be used instead of Super plus unleaded. |
| 05) | The use of RME and FAME (bio diesel) is not possible. |
| 06) | Official fuel consumption according to EU Directive 99/94. The consumption calculation according to 1999/100/EC is based on the actual unladen weight of the vehicle. Additional specifications can lead to a higher weight class and hence to consumption figures of this higher weight class. The driving style, road and traffic conditions, environmental influences and vehicle condition can in practice lead to consumption figures, which may differ from those calculated with this standard. |
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200× 100× 50mm blocks.
Luna 1.4 litre 75 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - petrol |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 1.4/1390 |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 75/55
5000 |
| Max. torque, lbs.ftt/Nm at rpm | 93/126
3800 |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1276 |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1750 |
| Payload (02) | 474 |
| Axle load limit: Front | 950 |
| Rear | 830 |
| Trailer load limits, kgs(03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 |
| Unbraked | 600 |
| Towbar load limit | 75 |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) | 99 (160) |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph | 15.6 |
| ABI insurance group | 6 |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Unleaded, 95 RON (04) |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) | |
| Urban | 29.7/9.5 |
| Extra-urban | 48.7/5.8 |
| Combined | 39.8/7.1 |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 171 |
| Emission class | EURO 4 |
| Noise, dB | 72 |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.1 (201) |
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks.
Luna 1.6 litre 102 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
| Four cylinder in-line - petrol | |
| 1.6/1595 | |
| 102/75 | |
| 5600 | |
| 109/148 | |
| 3800 | |
| Five speed manual | |
| Unleaded, 95 RON (04) | |
| 12/55 | |
| |
| 26.9/10.5 | |
| 47.1/6.0 | |
| 36.7/7.7 | |
| 185 | |
| EURO 4 | |
| 73 | |
| Engine | Engine type |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm |
| Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm at rpm |
| Gearbox |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) |
| Gross vehicle weight |
| Payload (02) |
| Axle load limit: Front
Rear |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline |
| Unbraked |
| Towbar load limit |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph |
| ABI insurance group |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) Urban |
| Extra-urban |
| Combined |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) |
| Emission class |
| Noise, dB |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright |
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200× 100× 50mm blocks.
1.9 litre TDI 105 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks.
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - diesel | |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 1.9/1896 | |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 105/774000 | |
| Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm at rpm | 177/2401800 | |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual | |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1351 | |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1840 | |
| Payload (02) | 489 | |
| Axle load limit: Front Rear | 1020840 | |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 | |
| Unbraked | 600 | |
| Towbar load limit | 75 | |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) | 111 (179) | |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph | 12.0 | |
| ABI insurance group | 8 | |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Diesel (05) | |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 | |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) | | |
| Urban | 40.9/6.9 | |
| Extra-urban | 60.1/4.7 | |
| Combined | 51.4/5.5 | |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 145 | |
| Emission class | EURO 4 | |
| Noise, dB | 71 | |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.1 (201) | |
4 VBA measuring method
2.0 litre 115 PS.
Technical specification.
| Engine type |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW
at rpm |
| Max. torque, lbs.ftt/Nm
at rpm |
| Gearbox |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) |
| Gross vehicle weight |
| Payload (02) |
| Axle load limit: Front
Rear |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline |
| Unbraked |
| Towbar load limit |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph |
| ABI insurance group |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) Urban |
| Extra-urban |
| Combined |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) |
| Emission class |
| Noise, dB |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright |
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200× 100× 50mm blocks.
1.8 litre Turbo 150 PS.
Technical specification.
Manual
† Where the law permits.
VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks.
| Engine | Engine type | Four cylinder in-line - petrol | |
| Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc | 1.8/1781 | |
| Max. output, PS (01)/kW at rpm | 150/110 | |
| 5800 | |
| Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm at rpm | 162/220 | |
| 2000 | |
| Gearbox | Five speed manual | |
| Weights, kgs | Unladen weight (02) | 1388 | |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1850 | |
| Payload (02) | 462 | |
| Axle load limit: Front Rear | 1040 | |
| 850 | |
| Trailer load limits, kgs (03) | Braked 12% incline | 1000 | |
| Unbraked | 600 | |
| Towbar load limit | 75 | |
| Performance | Top speed†, mph (km/h) | 125 (202) | |
| Acceleration, secs 0 - 62 mph | 9.3 | |
| ABI insurance group | 13 | |
| Environmental information | Fuel grade, minimum | Unleaded, 95 RON (04) | |
| Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs | 12/55 | |
| Official fuel consumption, mpg/ltr per 100 km (06) | | |
| Urban | 25.4/11.1 | |
| Extra-urban | 43.5/6.5 | |
| Combined | 34.4/8.2 | |
| Official CO2 emission, g/km (07) | 196 | |
| Emission class | EURO 4 | |
| Noise, dB | 72 | |
| Maximum luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)‡ | With rear seat upright | 7.1 (201) | |
4 VDB measuring method
The technology.
Transmission- Front wheel drive
- Five speed manual: 1.4 litre 75 PS, 1.6 litre 102 PS, 1.9 litre TDI 105 PS,
2.0 litre 115 PS.
1.8 litre Turbo 1
- Six speed automatic tiptronic:
New Beetle 2.0 litre 115 PS,
New Beetle Cabriolet 2.0 litre 115 PS
Running gear
ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme)
including EDL (Electronic Differential Lock)
and ASR (Traction Control)
Front suspension uses coil springs with
telescopic shock absorbers; all elements
integrated in chassis legs. Rear suspension
with gas pressure shock absorbers
and separate springs
- Wheel control: front through chassis legs
and (lower) triangular wishbones (directionally
stabilising steering roll radius), at rear through
torsion beam trailing arm with track-correcting
bearings, with large-volume, directionally
stabilising bearings
Front and rear anti-roll bar
Broke system: APS Anti lock
Brake system: ABS Anti-lock brakes.
Diagonally split circuits. Servo assisted.
Front: Ventilated discs. Rear: Discs
Turning circle: 35.8 feet/10.9 metres
Steering
Power-assisted, maintenance-free
rack and pinion. Collapsible
steering column
New Beetle Cabriolet



New Beetle

Dimensions.
| New Beetle | New Beetle Cabriolet |
| Length, mm | 4129 | 4129 |
| Width – excluding door mirrors, mm | 1721 | 1721 |
| Width – opened front doors, mm | 3605 | 3605 |
| Height, mm | 1498 | 1502 |
| Height – opened bonnet/floor, mm | 1732 | 1746 |
| Height – opened tailgate/floor, mm | 1891 | 1309 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2515 | 2516 |
| The Volkswagen Warranty.
Three-year Warranty.
All Volkswagen New Beetles and New Beetle Cabriolets come with a three-year/60,000 miles warranty, which protects your car against the failure of most mechanical and electrical components due to manufacturing defects. This comprises a two-year manufacturer's warranty with unlimited mileage plus a further one-year/60,000 miles (whichever is soonest) Retailer Warranty.
Should the mileage exceed 60,000 miles within the first two years, the manufacturer's two-year warranty will still be valid. If an additional warranty for subsequent years or higher mileage is desired, it may be purchased from an authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer; however, this additional warranty must be purchased before the mileage reaches 60,000*. Full details of the three-year warranty are available from your authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer.
* All warranty work must be completed by an authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer.
Three-year Paint Warranty.
The paintwork of the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet is covered against manufacturing defects for a period of three years. Naturally, the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet must be cared for in compliance with the operating instructions which will be found in your vehicle handbook. Please consult your authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer for full warranty details.
12-year Body Protection Warranty.
The internal body sections and panels of the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet are covered against rusting through from the inside for 12 years. Naturally, the New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet must be cared for in compliance with the operating instructions. Please consult your authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer for full warranty details.
Approved Accessories.
A comprehensive range of accessories from alloy wheels to carpet mats is available to complement the factory-fitted option list. Volkswagen approved accessories purchased from and fitted by your authorised Volkswagen retailer at the point of vehicle sale will also benefit from the three-year vehicle warranty. | Service Intervals.
Volkswagen are pleased to offer you a choice on how your New Beetle and New Beetle Cabriolet are serviced. The appropriate selection is entirely dependent on how the car is likely to be driven and its general use. To help you identify which type of service would be most suitable, please refer to the following guide.
The Time and Distance Service is recommended for vehicles that will cover less than 10,000 miles in 12 months and if the vehicle is likely to be used in the following way:
• Predominantly urban driving, short journeys with frequent cold starts.
• Activities regularly producing high engine loading, e.g. frequent hill climbs, driving with vehicle fully loaded and towing.
• Uneconomical driving style using high rpms with heavy acceleration and heavy braking.
The service intervals for the Time and Distance Service are as follows:
• Oil change service Every 10,000 miles/1 year (whichever is soonest).
• Interval service Every 20,000 miles/2 years (whichever is soonest).
• Interval service inspection Every 40,000 miles/4 years (whichever is soonest).
The LongLife Service is recommended for vehicles with a daily mileage of more than 25 miles where the vehicle is driven regularly mainly on longer distance journeys. The vehicle is driven mainly at a constant speed with minimum vehicle and engine loading, minimal towing and driven in an economical manner.
With the LongLife Service the vehicle can cover anywhere between 10,000t and a maximum of 20,000t miles or 24 months (whichever is soonest).
† Please note that milestones are approximate as the service indicator system uses kilometres as the distance measurement. Please consult your authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer for advice and full details. | Extended Warranty.
You may purchase additional protection from your authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer, or contact 0870 9000 115.
Volkswagen Finance‡.
Volkswagen Finance specialises in providing funding solutions for Volkswagen drivers. Whether your Volkswagen is for private or business use, you can choose from a range of funding options.
• Solutions - a personal contract plan
• Hire purchase
• Lease purchase
• Finance lease
• Contract hire
With all Volkswagen Finance products you can choose a fixed-cost maintenance plan to help you budget for your servicing and maintenance costs.
No matter what finance product you choose, your local Volkswagen retailer will be able to provide you with a personalised quote that could meet your budget and vehicle needs.
‡ Volkswagen Finance is a trading name of Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) Limited. An offer of finance depends on certain conditions. Available to people over 18 in the UK only.
Volkswagen Insurance‡.
Competitive and comprehensive motor insurance designed especially for Volkswagen drivers. All new and Approved Used Volkswagen come with complimentary seven-day cover upon request - we'll e-mail a cover note straight to your retailer, enabling them to tax your car easily. This way, you can drive straight out of the showroom. Taking out annual cover is easy and it can start when the seven-day cover expires. For more information contact your local Volkswagen retailer or call 0800 051 3136.
± Volkswagen Insurance is underwritten and administered by Zurich Insurance Company. Volkswagen Insurance is a trading name of Volkswagen Insurance Service (Great Britain) Limited which is an appointed representative of Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) Limited. Zurich Insurance Company and Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) Limited are both authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. | Volkswagen Roadside Assistance.
Every new car is registered for Volkswagen Roadside Assistance for one year. This provides vehicle home and roadside recovery in the unlikely event of a breakdown in the UK and Europe (subject to conditions). Volkswagen Roadside Assistance can also be purchased for subsequent years. For full details, please contact your authorised Volkswagen retailer or repairer.
Tax Free Sales.
For full details, please contact your authorised Volkswagen retailer.
CO2 Emission.
Increased weight of a vehicle, including higher trim levels and the addition of options will have a detrimental influence on the level of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions produced.
The CO2 and fuel consumption figures are obtained from tests on a representative vehicle of the type, conducted and approved in accordance with Council Directive 80/1268/EEC as amended by Directive 1999/100/EC (or later) on the approximation of the laws of the member states relating to the carbon dioxide emissions and the fuel consumption of motor vehicles.
Please Note:
Some illustrations in this brochure do not necessarily reflect UK specifications and may not be available. In particular, controls and some items of equipment are positioned differently for the UK.
The specifications contained in this brochure are for information purposes only and are subject to change. If you require any specific feature, you must consult your authorised Volkswagen retailer who is regularly updated with any change in specification. Please check model availability and full specification details with your authorised Volkswagen retailer prior to ordering.
Note: We would like to advise you that telephone calls to Volkswagen Customer Care may be monitored and recorded as part of our training and quality assurance processes. All our monitoring and recording processes meet Oftel regulations. |