Insurance Group: N/A
MPG: 39.8
CO2: 169
0-62 Mph: 14.6 secs
BHP: 74 BHP
Range: 482 miles
PROS: Drivers will be most concerned with the iconic image of the Beetle. It is a cheap hatchback option, that looks great.
CONS: Quite slow to drive and not particularly exciting behind the wheel.
This car has a top speed of 100 mph, which is not particularly impressive. It’s also very slow off the mark, taking 14.6 seconds to travel from 0-62 mph. The power output is fairly weak at 74 bhp, and has torque figures of 93 lb-ft at 3300 rpm.
At low speeds, the Beetle can feel quite firm to drive.
The iconic exterior of the car is enhanced with alloy wheels and there is the option of metallic paint for £465.
Air conditioning is not fitted as standard, but it can be added for £975, although climate control is not available. Electric door mirrors and electric front windows are standard .
Leather seating costs £1,615 to be fitted. Cruise control is not available. 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. However, MP3 connectivity is available for £195, but otherwise the car is very basic in terms of standard equipment. Bluetooth and satallite navigation are both unavailable.
An alarm and central locking are fitted as standard with this model. Driver, passenger and front side airbags are also fitted as standard.
This car is supposed to seat five, but the rear seats are quite cramped, making four adults a much more realistic capacity. The boot space is average with 209 litres of boot space when the rear seats are up and 769 litres when they are folded down.
The VW is covered under warranty for three years and up to 60,000 miles.
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