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Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Model Highlights


Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Pros
The distinctive Volkswagen New Beetle coupe is no longer a fresh face for 2009, but it still stands out for its spacious front seating, pleasant ride, and abundance of safety features. The convertible is also one of the most affordable drop-tops, and it boasts a very high level of refinement.

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Model Highlights
For 2009, Volkswagen's New Beetle is powered by a 150-horsepower 2.5L inline 5-cylinder engine. In the coupes, it is mated to either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic with Tiptronic. The convertibles are offered only with the 6-speed automatic transmission. With the manual transmission, the Beetle is quite frugal, with an estimated 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway. New Beetles have a number of standard safety features, including front-seat head/thorax side airbags, anti-lock brakes, and VW's electronic stabilization program (ESP) with anti-slip regulation. The New Beetle convertible has a three-layer cloth soft top with a heated rear glass window. Convertibles also add the active rollover support system, which quickly deploys two spring-loaded posts behind the rear-seat headrests to improve safety in a rollover situation. Standard features on all New Beetles include height-adjustable heated front seats, a tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, air conditioning, a six-speaker MP3-compatible sound system with Sirius satellite radio, and power windows, locks, and mirrors. Also standard are 16-inch alloy wheels, heated washer nozzles, front floor mats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. Options on the New Beetle are limited to a power sunroof, 17-inch alloy wheels, and a 6-disc CD changer. On convertibles, options include a choice of black or cream roof color, the CD changer, and two variations of 17-inch alloy wheels.

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Model News
For 2009, gone are the Triple White and Black Tie Edition models, as well as the SE trim level. This leaves only the S trim New Beetles for 2009 in both coupe and convertible, though many features from the SE cars have made their way into the S cars. Convertibles are available only with the 6-speed automatic transmission. Candy White is available on coupes and convertibles, while discontinued colors include Platinum Gray, Reflex Silver, Laser Blue, and Sunflower Yellow. Volkswagen's electronic stabilization program (ESP) is now standard.

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Value Writeup
Styling; safety features; front-seat comfort; ride.

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Exterior

  • 17" "Kakuna alloy wheels
  • All-season tires
  • Body-color bumpers
  • Body-color door handles
  • Body-color heated pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals
  • Compact spare tire
  • Projector lens halogen headlamps
  • Retractable roof & boot cover
  • Semi-automatic pwr convertible roof
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams
  • Collapsible steering column
  • Crash optimized front end
  • Daytime running lights
  • Driver & front passenger front airbags -inc: buckle switch
  • Driver & front passenger head/thorax side airbags
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
  • Electronic stabilization program (ESP) w/anti-slip regulation (ASR)
  • Engine & hydraulic brake assist (EBA & HBA)
  • Front 3-point safety belts
  • Front height-adjustable safety belts
  • LATCH child restraint system
  • Rear 3-point safety belts in outboard seating positions
  • Rear seat headrest rollover protection
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
   

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Paint

InvoiceMSRP
WHITE GOLD METALLIC --
  


Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainFront Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.85
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)3.87
First Gear Ratio (:1)4.04
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)1.16
Reverse Ratio (:1)3.19
Second Gear Ratio (:1)2.37
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)0.67
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.56
Trans Description Cont.Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code 
Trans Type6

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)3248

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)10.0

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Engine
Displacement2.5L/151
Engine Order Code 
Engine TypeGas I5
Fuel SystemSMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM150 @ 5000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM170 @ 3750

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)0.91
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)0.71
Suspension Type - FrontIndependent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - RearIndependent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)Torsion Beam

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)- TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)140

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Vehicle
EPA ClassificationMini-Compact
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score6

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Brakes
Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.0 x 0.9
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)9.1 x 0.3
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)28
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)23
  

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:12 Years/Unlimited Miles/km



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