| Volkswagen New Beetle | |
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_2.0_coupe_(2010-10-01)_01.jpg) 1998–2005 New Beetle (pre-facelift) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
| Also called | Volkswagen Beetle (Mexico) Volkswagen Bjalla (Iceland) |
| Production | October 1997 – July 2011 |
| Model years | 1998–2010 |
| Assembly |
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| Designer | J Mays (1993, 1995), Freeman Thomas (1993, 1995), Peter Schreyer (1993) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact car (C) |
| Body style | 3-doorhatchback[1][2] 2-doorconvertible[1] |
| Layout | front engine,front-wheel drive,4motionall-wheel drive (RSi) |
| Platform | Volkswagen Group A4 (PQ34) platform |
| Related | Audi A3 Mk1 Audi TT Mk1 SEAT León Mk1 SEAT Toledo Mk2 Škoda Octavia Mk1 Volkswagen Golf Mk4 Volkswagen Jetta/Bora |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | petrol engines: 1.4 LI416 valve 1.6 L I4 1.8 L I4Turbocharged 2.0 L I4 2.3 LVR5 20 valve 2.5 LI5 20 valve 3.2 LVR6 24 valve (RSI) diesel engine: 1.9 L I4TDI |
| Transmission | 5-speedmanual 6-speed manual 4-speedautomatic(01M) 6-speed automatictiptronic (09G) 6-speedDSGdual-clutch automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,515 mm (99.0 in) |
| Length | 4,129 mm (162.6 in) |
| Width | 1,721 mm (67.8 in) |
| Height | 1,511 mm (59.5 in) (1998–2000), 1,498 mm (59.0 in) (hatch 2003–2011), 1,501 mm (59.1 in) (convertible) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Volkswagen Beetle |
| Successor | Volkswagen Beetle (A5) |
TheVolkswagen New Beetle is acompact car introduced byVolkswagen in 1997, drawing heavy inspiration from the exterior design of theoriginal Beetle. Unlike the original Beetle, the New Beetle has itsengine in the front, driving the front wheels, with luggage storage in the rear. It received a facelift in 2005 and was in production until 2011, nearly fourteen years since its introduction.
In the 2012 model year, a new Beetle model, theBeetle (A5), replaced the New Beetle. Various versions of this model continued to be produced inPuebla, Mexico, until the final car left the assembly line on 10 July 2019.[3]
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At the1994 North American International Auto Show, Volkswagen unveiled theConcept One, a "retro"-themedconcept car with a resemblance to the originalVolkswagen Beetle. Designed byJ Mays andFreeman Thomas at the company'sCalifornia design studio,[4] the concept car was based on the platform of theVolkswagen Polo. A redcabriolet concept was featured at theGeneva Motor Show, also in 1994.
Production design approval was reached in mid-1995, with a design freeze resulting in 22 months of development time for production.[5] In October 1995, the Volkswagen Concept Two was shown at theTokyo Motor Show, essentially an early preview of the production model due in early 1998.[citation needed]
Strong public reaction to the Concept One convinced the company that it should develop a production version which was launched as the New Beetle in 1997 for the 1998 model-year, based on theGolf IV's largerPQ34 platform.[6] The New Beetle is related to the original only in name and appearance (including the absence of a car emblem script with the exception of the VW logo). For the 1998 model year, only the TDI compression-ignition engine was turbocharged; the spark-ignition engines were only naturally aspirated. In June 1999, Volkswagen introduced the 1.8T, which was the first turbocharged spark-ignition engine offered for the New Beetle. Volkswagen created a web site dedicated specifically to the 1.8T.[7] A convertible was added for the 2003 model-year to replace theVolkswagen Cabrio. However, the New Beetle Convertible was never offered with a compression-ignition engine in North America. The third-generation Beetle Convertible, the successor to the New Beetle Convertible, was offered with the TDI compression-ignition engine in the USA but not in Canada, though, making it possibly the only diesel convertible car offered in North America.
The New Beetle carries many design similarities with the original VW Beetle: separate fenders, vestigialrunning boards, sloping headlamps, and large round taillights, as well as a high rounded roofline. It was assembled in VW'sPuebla factory in Mexico.
In June 2005, Volkswagen announced a facelift of the New Beetle featuring revised bumpers, wheels, lamps, VW emblems, sharper lines and a different interior. In the USA it went on sale for the 2006 model year.[8][9]
| Chassis code | Typ 1C | Typ 9C | Typ 1Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body type | Coupé | Coupé | Convertible |
| Region(s) | North America | Europe and others | World |
| Years | 1998–2010 | 1997– | 2003– |
| Model | engine code(s) | engine type | max power at rpm | max torque at rpm | years | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol engines | |||||||
| 1.4 | BCA | 1,390 cc (1.39 L; 85 cu in)I4DOHC16V | 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) at 5,000 | 126 N⋅m (93 lb⋅ft) at 3,800 | 2001– | ||
| 1.6 | AWH | 1,595 cc (1.595 L; 97.3 cu in) I4SOHC 8V | 101 PS (74 kW; 100 hp) at 5,600 | 145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) at 3,800 | 1999–2000 | ||
| 1.6 | AYD / BFS | 1,595 cc (1.595 L; 97.3 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V | 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) at 5,600 | 148 N⋅m (109 lb⋅ft) at 3,800 | 2006– 2009 | ||
| 1.8 T | AGU | 1,781 cc (1.781 L; 108.7 cu in) I4 DOHC 20V turbo | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) at 5,700 | 210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft) at 1,750-4,600 | 1998–2000 | ||
| 1.8 T | APH /AVC /AWC /AWU /AWV /BKF | 1,781 cc (1.781 L; 108.7 cu in) I4 DOHC 20V turbo | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) at 5,800 | 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 2,000-4,200 | 1999–2002 | ||
| 1.8 T | AUQ | 1,781 cc (1.781 L; 108.7 cu in) I4 DOHC 20V turbo | 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) | 235 N⋅m (173 lb⋅ft) | 2001–2002 | ||
| 1.8 T | AWP | 1,781 cc (1.781 L; 108.7 cu in) I4 DOHC 20V turbo | 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) at 5,500 | 235 N⋅m (173 lb⋅ft) at 1,950-5,000 | 2002–2004 | ||
| 2.0 | ABA | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V | 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) at 5,400 | 122 N⋅m (90 lb⋅ft) at 2,800 | 1998–2003 | ||
| 2.0 | APK / AQY | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V | 116 PS (85 kW; 114 hp) at 5,200 | 170 N⋅m (125 lb⋅ft) at 2,400 | 1998–2001 | ||
| 2.0 | AZJ /BDC /BEJ /BER /BEV /BGD /BHP | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V | 116 PS (85 kW; 114 hp) at 5,200 | 172 N⋅m (127 lb⋅ft) at 3,200 | 2001–2003 | ||
| 2.3 V5 | AQN | 2,324 cc (2.324 L; 141.8 cu in)VR5 DOHC 20V | 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) at 6,200 | 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 3,300 | 2000–2005 | ||
| 2.5 | BGP | 2,480 cc (2.48 L; 151 cu in)I5 DOHC 20V | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) | 209 N⋅m (154 lb⋅ft) | 2006– | ||
| 2.5 | BPR /BPS | 2,480 cc (2.48 L; 151 cu in)I5 DOHC 20V | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) at 5,000 | 228 N⋅m (168 lb⋅ft) at 3,750 | 2006– | ||
| 3.2 RSI | AXJ | 3,189 cc (3.189 L; 194.6 cu in)VR6 DOHC 24V | 225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp) | 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) | 2000–2003 | ||
| Diesel engines | |||||||
| 1.9TDI | AGR / ALH | 1,896 cc (1.896 L; 115.7 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V turbo (Injection pump) | 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 4,000 | 210 N⋅m (155 lb⋅ft) at 1,900 | 1998–2004 | ||
| 1.9 TDI | ATD /AXR /BEW | 1,896 cc (1.896 L; 115.7 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V turbo (Pumpe-Düse) | 101 PS (74 kW; 100 hp) at 4,000 | 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) at 1,800-2400 | 2000–2005 | ||
| 1.9 TDI | BJB / BKC / BXE / BLS | 1,896 cc (1.896 L; 115.7 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V turbo | 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) at 4,000 | 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) at 1,800 | 2003– | ||
| 1.9 TDI | BSW | 1,896 cc (1.896 L; 115.7 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V turbo (Pumpe-Düse) | 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) at 4,000 | 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) at 1,800-2,200 | 2005–2006 | ||
The New Beetle achieved five stars in the 2011Euro NCAP tests compared to four stars in the 2000Euro NCAP tests scoring 25 points (33 to reach five stars).
TheInsurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gave the New Beetle aGood overall score in their frontal crash test. 2004 models come standard with side airbags; however, the IIHS rated the BeetlePoor in their side impact test.[10]
Engine choices include the 115 hp (86 kW) 2.0 Linline-four for the base model, the 100 hp (75 kW) 1.9 LTDI turbodiesel inline-four (discontinued after the 2006 model year due to more stringent emissions requirements), and the 150 hp (112 kW) 1.8 L turbo inline-four for the Turbo and Sport models.
The Turbo S model (sold 2002–2004) included the 1.8 L turbo but with 180 hp (134 kW). It also included a sport suspension, six-speed manual transmission, aluminum interior trim, revised front/rear fascias, and bigger wheels and tires. A close relative of the Turbo S was the 2002–2004 Color Concept. This limited edition variant was available in limited exterior colors, with interior door panel inserts, seat inserts, floor mat piping, and wheel opening inserts color-matched to the exterior paint. Wheel color inserts, diameter, and style varied with model year. It came standard with the 150 hp (112 kW) 1.8 turbo gasoline engine, 5-speed manual gearbox, speed-activated rear spoiler, power windows/sunroof/door locks, heated leather seats, and fog lamps.
All 1.8L Turbo and Turbo S inline-four models were equipped with a retractable rear spoiler which was not available on the 1.9 L TDI inline-4, 2.0 L inline-four and 2.5 L inline-five models.
For the 2006 model, the exterior was slightly redesigned with more angular bumpers and wheel wells, and these models were fitted with the 2.5 L5-cylinder engine with 150 hp (112 kW) which was also fitted on theRabbit andJetta, later becoming the sole engine option. The New Beetle would not be given the upgraded 2.5 L engine (engine code CBTA/CBUA) that 2008 and later Jettas and Rabbits received.
TheRSi is a limited 250 unit version of the New Beetle. It included a 224 PS (165 kW; 221 hp) 3.2-litreVR6 engine,[13] a 6-speed gearbox, and Volkswagen'sfour-wheel drive system4motion,Remus twin-pipe exhaust. It was rumoredPorsche tuned the suspension but the suspension tuning was actually carried out in-house at VW Individual.[citation needed] The suspension was greatly altered at the rear, with geometry more geared to the race track and a rear cross brace behind the rear seats, 80 mm (3.1 in) wider fenders, unique front and rear bumpers, a rear diffuser, large rear wing, and 18x9OZ Superturismo wheels with 235/40ZR-18 tires. Inside, it was trimmed incarbon fiber, billet aluminum, and bright orange leather. The front seats wereRecaro racing buckets.
At the2005 North American International Auto Show, theVolkswagen New Beetle Ragsterconcept car was introduced. It was supposed to be a preview of the future design of the New Beetle.[citation needed] The base of the Ragster (the name denoting a cross between a "ragtop" and a speedster) was a New Beetle Convertible modified with a new roof, giving it a much lower roofline, and a unique paint job with silver double stripes. The interior differs from the original New Beetle, being a2+2, and having distinctive control dials. The Ragster's rear-view mirror is mounted on its dashboard,[14] a retro feature, reminiscent of the first Type 1s.[citation needed]
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The anniversary edition was released in 2008 for the Mexican and Australian markets, and celebrated the 10th anniversary of the New Beetle. Based on the Beetle Miami, the car featured the exclusive body colour of "Campanella white", with a black roof and door mirrors, and featured a '10' logo stripe on the side. The interior was also modified, featuring black and white leather seats with a '10' logo on the headrest and in the footwells, with a decoration showing the production number of the Beetle. The car had a 1.6 litre petrol engine. 310 New Beetle Anniversary Editions were produced.[15][16]
The Blush is a limited New Beetle convertible with a special "white gold" exterior paint and "Bordeaux red" convertible top, with burgundy leather seats matching the convertible top color. Neither the white gold exterior nor interior colors were available on other 2009 New Beetle convertibles. 1,500 New Beetle Blush convertibles were produced.[17]
Announced at the2009 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2010 Final Edition New Beetle featured Aquarius Blue paintwork, with the hardtop receiving a black painted roof and the convertible sporting Campanella White painted side panels. In addition to unique 17-inch wheels, both models were powered by a 2.5-liter engine mated to an automatic "Tiptronic" transmission. Other additions included sports suspension and "Final Edition" badging inside and out. Both models arrived with integrated fog lights and Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) as standard.
The "Final Edition" marked the end of production of the New Beetle.[18] It was succeeded in 2011 by theBeetle (A5).
In 2010, Volkswagen Australia offered a final limited edition variant named as BlackOrange Edition. Two-color combinations were available: Black gloss exterior with silver mirrors, silver alloy wheels and silver decals for the lower flanks of the body, or Red Rock metallic exterior with black roof/mirrors, black alloy wheels and black decals for the lower flanks. All BlackOrange Editions came with 17-inch alloy wheels, sports suspension, leatherette seat upholstery, cruise control, front fog lights, tinted rear side/rear windows, aluminium pedals and leather-bound steering wheel/gear knob.[19]
The Volkswagen New Beetle wasMotor Trend's "Import Car of the Year"[20] for 1999.
| Year | Production | |
|---|---|---|
| Hatchback | Cabriolet | |
| 1997 | 415[21] | - |
| 1998 | 107,090[21] | - |
| 1999 | 160,147[22] | - |
| 2000 | 149,426[22] | - |
| 2001 | 115,851[23] | - |
| 2002 | 94,428[23] | 7,072[23] |
| 2003 | 50,318[23] | 60,276[23] |
| 2004 | 38,847[24] | 41,271[24] |
| 2005 | 35,485[25] | 30,531[25] |
| 2006 | 43,653[25] | 30,007[25] |
| 2007 | 40,124[26] | 26,752[26] |
| 2008 | 37,893[26] | 17,100[26] |
| 2009 | 24,328[27] | 12,773[27] |
| 2010 | 31,533[27] | 8,640[27] |
| 2011 | 21,496[28] | |
| Total | 1,185,456 | |
[T]here are no immediate plans to replace it," Volkswagen Group of America's then-President and CEO Hinrich Woebcken said last year. "I would also say, 'Never say never.'
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