Insurance Group: N/A
MPG: 32.5
CO2: 210
0-62 Mph: 10.9 secs
BHP: 113 BHP
Range: 393 miles
PROS: The Beetle has an iconic image that will be the main attraction for most buyers.
CONS: This car is not very fuel efficient and its high level of CO2 emissions increases the running costs of the vehicle further still. Poor equipment level.
The top speed of the Beetle hatchback is 115 mph and travels from 0-62 mph in 10.9 seconds.
The power output of this car is 113 bhp and it has torque figures of 127 lb-ft at 3200 rpm.
The steering is a little vague so this Beetle is not the most engaging drive, however, it does grip the road well.
The VW Beetle is a distinctive and immediately recognisable car, which, for many, will be the attraction.
The car is enhanced with alloy wheels as a standard component and metallic paint is available for an extra £465.
Air conditioning is fitted as standard, but climate control is not available. Electric door mirrors and electric front windows are standard too.
Leather seating cost £1,615 to be fitted. Cruise control is £235 and rear parking sensors can be bought on top of the purchase price of the vehicle for £330.
The in-car entertainment is limited to a CD player. MP3 connectivity is available for £195, but Bluetooth and satallite navigation are both unavailable.
Whilst there is plenty of room in the front, the rear seats are quite cramped in the Beetle, so it is not ideal as a family car. The boot space offered when the rear seats are upright is 209 litres and 769 litres when the rear seats are folded.
In terms of reliability, this car is covered under warranty for three years and up to 60,000 miles.
An alarm is fitted as standard with this model, as is central locking. The car is fitted with a driver, passenger and front side airbags as standard, too.
The Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 3dr can be bought for £17,525. However, with such little equipment included in the purchase of the car and the relatively slow motor, the buyer might question value for money.
This cars fuel economy is not great either, performing an average of 32.5 mpg, with 210 g/km of CO2 emissions, which is incredibly high for such a slow engine.
VW Beetle buyers will probably be concerned mainly with the exterior appearance of the car and the iconic Beetle does not disappoint in this area.
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