It’s okay to stare. Its very design is magnetic, iconic,
and utterly unique. That gorgeous arcing profile and
famous front end are recognizable around the world,
and there are dozens of nicknames to prove it. To say
that it’s a Volkswagen is actually an understatement.
It’s
the
Volkswagen. It’s the soul of the brand. It’s the
face that launched a global company. It’s the shape
of things to come. And now, we are pleased to
introduce the latest evolution in Volkswagen history:
The all-new 2012 Beetle.
Famous profile
Iconic headlight design
Signature front wheel well
New sporty look
Available Bi-Xenon headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof, Sound, and Navigation shown in Tornado RedBeetle 2.5L in Tornado Red
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Museum quality.
Dynamic. Agile. And certainly sportier. It’s not the
first Beetle to be featured in a museum, and it won’t
be the last. Those crisp, clean, curved lines hark
back to the original, with a completely modern and
streamlined twist on the classic. It’s hard to look
without picturing yourself inside it, sweeping
around bends on a never-ending road. What color
would you drive in your adventure? Tornado Red?
Reef Blue? Deep Black? It’s like a canvas waiting
to be painted that perfect shade of fun and fast.
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Still turns heads. Just faster.
One look at the curves on the all-new Beetle, and you can see that it’s meant
to be driven. In fact, it looks fast even standing still. That’s because the available
200-hp, turbocharged engine with 207 lbs/ft of torque, paired with either a
six-speed manual or six-speed automatic DSG® transmission with Tiptronic,® make
this the fastest production turbocharged Beetle ever. Imagine the powerful hum
of the engine as you accelerate around a curve. Or a fantastically curvy parking
structure. When the Beetle first entered the market, it redefined the entire notion
of transportation. And we just redefined it again.
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof and Sound, with 19" wheels and Bi-Xenon headlights package shown in Reflex Silver Metallic
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof and Sound shown in Reflex Silver Metallic
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More curve on the curves.
The only way to completely understand German
engineering is to experience it. Climb into the all-new
Beetle and find a stretch of winding road. Then
picture yourself effortlessly cresting a hill. Or cruising
down a scenic straightaway and just letting the
road guide you. That nimble and precise handling
you’re experiencing? That’s the gutsy 2.5L, 170-hp,
in-line five-cylinder engine with 177 lbs/ft of torque,
boasting an impressive 29 highway mpg.* Also
known as German engineering at its finest.
*2012 2.5L automatic transmission: 22 city/29 highway mpg EPA estimate. Your mileage will vary.
Beetle 2.5L with Sunroof and 18" Silver Helix wheels shown in Saturn Yellow
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Heritage
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2012
Modernized Käferfach glovebox.
Maybe you should get some gloves.
Color-matched dashboard. Cool then, cool now.
The 2012 take on classic rims.
Glimpse the future in the
rearview mirror.
When we set out to design the all-new 2012 Beetle,
we looked backwards for inspiration. All the way
back to the original Beetle, in fact. Its one-of-a-kind
features deserved a second life, especially when
we could take them for a turbocharged spin into
the present. Like the Käferfach glovebox cleverly
integrated into the color-matched dash. On the
original it was the only one, but on the 2012 Beetle
you have two different gloveboxes for double the
stash. Close your eyes and picture the wheels
those beautiful curved discs with graceful vents to
let in the breeze. They’re too iconic to forget, right?
Now open your eyes and see how cool they look
taking us into the future. Just remember to hold onto
the band hanging next to the door if the nostalgia
gets too intense.
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Beetle 2.5L with Sunroof shown in Black
Original
Käferfach glovebox.
Käfer means Bug in German.
Beetle 2.5L with Sunroof and 17" Heritage wheels shown in Black
Color-matched dashboard. Black car, black dash.
Iconic wheels. Always in style.
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Smooth operator.
That’s right, the all-new 2012 Beetle comes with a
streamlined set of buttons you can push and more
bells and whistles than ever. Take the available
touchscreen navigation system. We almost dare you
to try and get lost. With fancy Bluetooth® technology
in the mix, you can make calls just by pressing
a button and saying someone’s name, and answer
them just as easily. But perhaps the most important
button is the push-button start that comes with
the available keyless access. Leave your keys in your
pocket, grip the driver’s door handle to unlock your
Beetle, and push the button to start the ignition. Go.
Ever wonder what customizable colored lighting
would look like inside your car? The mystery has
been solved in a style that has Beetle written all
over it. With the ambient lighting feature, you can
switch between red, white, and blue lighting. Let
the party begin.
*Feature available on select models. **Requires compatible phone.
Keyless access with push-button start*
Three colors of customizable ambient lighting
Touchscreen navigation system*
Bluetooth technology**
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof and Sound shown in Black/Blue Sport Cloth
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Audio
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Sound investment.
One icon deserves another. And in the case of
Beetle and Fender, that’s a combination destined
to become a classic. Nothing could be better
than an available Fender™ Premium Audio System
filling your Beetle with sound that evokes the raw
emotion of a live performance. Its 400-watt amp,
subwoofer, and eight speakers make any genre
of music sound good. So sit back and enjoy the
marriage of German engineering and the brand
that’s known for starting the rock ’n’ roll revolution.
And feel free to blast your music as you cruise the
streets in style.
On the available touchscreen stereo, you’ve got an
in-dash six-CD changer, AM/FM radio with crystal
clear HD Radio
trial subscription to SiriusXM radio, all playing
tunes through eight speakers. Plus, all of that music,
entertainment, and more can be easily navigated
using the intuitive touchscreen interface right in the
dash of your Beetle.
*Feature available on select models. **“iPod” is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights
reserved. iPod is not included.
™
technology, and a three-month
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Fender Premium Audio System*
Touchscreen sound system*
MDI with iPod
®
cable**
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Comfort
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Hugs corners.
And passengers.
From the leatherette and available leather seating
surfaces wrapped around bolstered sport seats, to
the available tilting, sliding panoramic sunroof,
the allure of the all-new 2012 Beetle is hard to resist.
Not only are the seats sporty, but they also come with
lumbar support and three available heat settings,
so you and your passengers can easily find your
happy place. And that panoramic sunroof? It’s 80%
larger than before, and reflects 99% of UV radiation,
92% of heat, and 90% of light. When it’s closed,
that is. Open, it’s a big window to the sky during the
day, and a front seat to the stars at night.
Seats four. Comfortably. We know, normally cars
this sporty don’t even have backseats, or if they do,
they’re more like a nod to the idea of a backseat
rather than a real one. But in the all-new 2012 Beetle,
you can have your sport and seat four, too.
*Feature available on select models.
Heated front seats
Panoramic sunroof*
Leather seating surfaces*
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof, Sound, and Navigation shown in Black/Red leather seating surfaces
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Utility
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A stealth of storage.
When we said we completely redesigned the all-new
Beetle, we meant it. It’s longer, wider, and sleeker
than the previous models. Which means it looks like
a sports car on the outside, and it has serious
room on the inside. We’re not kidding when we say
it seats four adults. And the rear seats fold down,
one at a time, to hold even more. So if you’re looking
for a sporty little number that can stow your stuff
and still packs a punch, you should get this one’s digits.
Beetle 2.5L with Sunroof, Sound, and Navigation shown in Reflex Silver Metallic
And now we present to you the 50/50 split.
That means you have three different options for folding down the rear
seats to take that already spacious trunk to a whole new level. So you
can put a few suitcases and a set of golf clubs in back. Or a stylish
modern chair. Or your guitar and an amp. Then you can close the
hatch and take your show on the road.
Seats four.
Comfortably.
Yes, really.
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Engine Braking Assist (EBA)
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Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
Crash-optimized front end
Collapsible steering column
Safety
ESC
Electronic Stability Control
You know when you have to swerve around something
unexpectedly? Well, ESC helps prevent oversteer or
understeer during an evasive maneuver by applying
corrective forces to each of the wheels. And that
helps you intuitively engage in proper counter-steering,
thereby working with your Beetle to correct the
problem. As for the thing that made you swerve, here’s
to that happening only once in a blue moon.
It’s safe to say we’ve got you covered.There’s safe. And then there’s Volkswagen safe.
When you buy a Volkswagen Beetle, you’re driving
home more than just a car. You’re taking home
total peace of mind. You don’t even have to think
about how its doors thunk solidly into place.
Or how it has a comprehensive system of active
safety features that can help you prevent a collision,
such as headlights, turn signals, mirrors, brakes,
steering, and traction control. Because every Beetle
is designed to help you maintain control in a variety
of situations and assist in avoiding collisions. That’s
Signal mirrors
why they’re called active safety features. Because
they’re actively working to help you stay safe.
Combined side and curtain airbag system*
Every Beetle is built to the highest standards.
Volkswagen standards. Which is why it has four
airbags* standing guard. And a crash-optimized
front end that helps absorb energy on impact and
protect you in the event of a collision. Those are
Crash-optimized pedal controls
all part of our comprehensive system of passive
safety features that help protect you during an
accident. They include safety belts, airbags, steelreinforced seating, a safety cage, and crumple
zones, just to name a few. And they work together
when they’re needed most to help keep you safe.
Because we believe that once you’ve achieved a
certain level of excellence, there’s no going back.
That’s why we call it a standard.
ICRS
Intelligent Crash Response System**
You may have heard or experienced how time
seems to slow down when you’re in a collision. It’s
an overwhelming experience. Which is why your
Beetle is designed to do all the thinking for you in
your time of need. After the airbags have been
deployed, the ICRS automatically unlocks all doors,
disables the fuel pump, and turns on the hazard
lights. That’s why we call it intelligent.
ABS
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
ABS serves two purposes when it comes to safety.
It helps keep the brakes from locking up during
sudden stops and it helps you retain control over
the steering in the event of emergency braking.
*Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age. **The
Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS) will only activate in a collision where the airbags deploy or safety belt pretensioners activate. Not all collisions cause airbags to deploy or safety belt pretensioners to activate.
Chassis
Safety cage
Beneath all that sheet metal, every Beetle has a
specially reinforced safety cage complete with
anti-intrusion side beams and heat-formed B-pillars.
Surrounding the cage are crumple zones that
provide space and material to help cushion and
absorb the impact while the cage helps insulate
you. So even if you never see them coming, we’ve
got you covered.
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Carefree Maintenance
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Wellness for
your wheels.
At Volkswagen, we believe in our products
so much that we give you three years or
36,000 miles of Carefree Maintenance
for no extra charge. Come by for a
courtesy vehicle check within the first 90
days, or 6,000 miles, and ask us any
questions you have while we give your
Beetle a basic checkup. Then come
by every year, or 10,000 miles, for your
remaining scheduled maintenance
checks. It’s that simple. So relax and enjoy
every carefree mile in your new VW.
That’s what it’s there for. And because it’s
a Volkswagen, it’ll keep that new car
feeling for many years to come.
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No-charge scheduled Carefree Maintenance
*
or
3
Years
*The Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program covers the vehicle’s scheduled maintenance
for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage during the term of the new
vehicle limited warranty at no additional charge. Some limitations apply. See dealer or vehicle
maintenance program booklet for details.
36,000
Miles
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof and Sound, with 19" Tornado accessory wheels shown in Reef Blue Metallic
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Customization
USAGermanyMexicoItaly
VW Second Skin
Turbo Styling
Your Beetle says a lot
about you.
Want to make your Beetle unlike any other? Wrap
a Second Skin around every curve, or choose a
custom nickname badge, accessory wheels, unique
key fob, or a variety of other accessories. Go
turbo and you get a host of stylish features that
practically scream fast. This is definitely a case
where actions speak louder than words.
Nickname badging
Body-colored carpeted mats
Accessory wheels
Unique key fob covers
Do you love the super sporty new look of the all-new Beetle but still want
more? Wrap it in a custom Volkswagen Second Skin. Choose from one of four
wraps specially designed to suit the all-new Beetle. Every angle, from the
iconic wheel wells to the classic tail end, will be wrapped in extra-sporty, race
inspired graphics designed to bring out the performance driver in all of us.
Choosing the Turbo model gets you some pretty fancy features. Like red brake calipers,
a dash-mounted turbo boost gauge and lap timer, unique bolstered bucket seats, and
turbo badging like another German sports car we’re fond of. Because we think people
should know what car you’re driving, no matter how fast you’re going.
Rear spoiler
Dual exhaust
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Turbo
Turbo Styling
Your Beetle says a lot
about you.
Want to make your Beetle unlike any other? Wrap
a Second Skin around every curve, or choose a
custom nickname badge, accessory wheels, unique
key fob, or a variety of other accessories. Go
turbo and you get a host of stylish features that
practically scream fast. This is definitely a case
where actions speak louder than words.
Turbo badging
Red brake calipers
18" wheels
Race-inspired steering wheel
Sport pedals
Performance gauges
Sport seats
Choosing the Turbo model gets you some pretty fancy features. Like red brake calipers,
a dash-mounted turbo boost gauge and lap timer, unique bolstered bucket seats, and
turbo badging like another German sports car we’re fond of. Because we think people
should know what car you’re driving, no matter how fast you’re going.
Rear spoiler
Dual exhaust
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2.5L 17" Turbine
2.5L with Sunroof, Sound, and Navigation
18" Disc
drivergear.vw.comStandard
VW Valve Stem Caps
Custom Car Cover
MDI Cables (iPod is not included)
PaintLeather
Black
Black/Red
Black/Blue
V-Tex Leatherette
Candy White
Titan Black, Beige,
Black/Blue, Black, Black/Red
Reflex Silver Metallic
Titan Black, Black/Blue, Black
Platinum Gray Metallic
Titan Black, Black/Blue, Black,
Black/Red
Denim Blue
Titan Black
Reef Blue Metallic
Titan Black, Beige,
Black/Blue, Black
Titan Black
Beige
Turbo 18" Twister
Available Turbo 19" Tornado
17" Heritage
17" Anthracite Helix
18" Silver Helix
Saturn Yellow
Titan Black
Tornado Red
Titan Black, Beige, Black,
Black/Red
Toffee Brown Metallic
Titan Black
Black
Titan Black, Beige
Cloth
Titan Black
Black/Blue
Beige
Deep Black Pearl
Titan Black, Beige,
Black/Blue, Black, Black/Red
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Specifications
Standard, at no additional cost
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SS Sunroof and Sound
Optional, additional cost
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Beetle 2.5L
Includes: 2.5L, 170-hp 5-cylinder engine; 5-speed manual
transmission; 17" alloy wheels with all-season tires; body color
running boards; body color dashboard and door trim; 3-color,
4-position ambient lighting; heritage-inspired Käferfach glovebox;
leather-wrapped steering wheel; power-operated, heated side
mirrors with integrated turn signals; Climatic manual climate control;
V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces; heated front seats; 50/50-split
folding rear seats; Bluetooth® technology; 8-speaker sound system
with MP3- and WMA-compatible in-dash CD player, AM/FM radio,
and AUX-in for portable audio players; Media Device Interface
(MDI) with iPod® cable; Electronic Stability Control (ESC); Anti
lock Braking System (ABS); Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR); Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS).
Beetle 2.5L with Sunroof
Includes 2.5L features, plus: power tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof;
touchscreen Premium VIII sound system with 6-disc CD changer, SD
memory card reader, and SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial
subscription; adjustable front center armrest with integrated storage
box; multi-function steering wheel; keyless access with push-button
start; multi-function trip computer with trip time, trip length, average
trip speed, average trip fuel consumption, current fuel consumption,
miles to empty, radio station display, and personalization functions.
Beetle 2.5L with Sunroof, Sound, and Navigation
Includes 2.5L with Sunroof features, plus: 18" alloy wheels; RNS
315 navigation system with 5" color touchscreen in center console;
Fender™ Premium Audio System.
Options
6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® and Sport mode.
Beetle Turbo
Includes all Beetle 2.5L features, plus: 2.0L, 200-hp TSI® engine;
6-speed manual transmission; 18" alloy wheels; 4-corner independent
suspension; cloth sport seats; carbon fiber appearance dashboard;
3-pod dash-mounted gauge cluster including boost pressure, sport
lap timer/stopwatch, and oil temperature; brushed aluminum
appearance foot pedal covers; rear spoiler; halogen reflector lens
foglights; dual exhaust; red painted brake calipers.
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof and Sound
Includes all Beetle Turbo features, plus: power tilting/sliding
panoramic sunroof; touchscreen Premium VIII sound system with
6-disc CD changer, SD memory card reader, and SiriusXM Satellite
Radio with 3-month trial subscription; adjustable front center armrest
with integrated storage box; multi-function steering wheel; keyless
access with push-button start; multi-function trip computer with trip
time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip fuel consumption,
current fuel consumption, miles to empty, radio station display, and
personalization functions; Fender Premium Audio System.
Beetle Turbo with Sunroof, Sound, and
Navigation
Includes all Beetle Turbo with Sunroof and Sound features, plus: RNS
315 navigation system with 5" color touchscreen in center console;
leather seating surfaces.
Options
6-speed DSG® automatic transmission with Tiptronic and Sport mode.
19" alloy wheels and Bi-Xenon high-intensity headlights with LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) package.
Exterior
Fully galvanized sheet metal
Crash-optimized front end
Automatic vehicle illumination
Halogen headlights with clear, lightweight, chip-resistant polycarbonate lenses and
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Bi-Xenon high-intensity headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Power tilting/sliding tinted sunroof
Power-operated, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals
Halogen reflector lens foglights, integrated into front bumper
17" alloy wheel
18" alloy wheel
19" alloy wheel
Windshield wipers, variable intermittent
Heated windshield washer nozzles
Body color running boards
Black running boards
Body color mirrors
Black painted mirrors
Rear spoiler
2.0L, 16-valve, DOHC, in-line 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with intercooler and FSI®
direct fuel injection; 200 hp, 207 lbs/ft of torque
Power-assisted, front vented disc brakes; rear drum brakes
Red brake calipers on front vented disc brakes (312 mm) and rear solid disc brakes (286 mm)
Hydraulic power steering
Electromechanical power steering with variable assistance
Independent front MacPherson struts with twist beam rear suspension
Independent MacPherson struts and rear fully independent 4-link suspension
Sport suspension
5-speed manual transmission
6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic and Sport mode
6-speed manual transmission
6-speed DSG automatic transmission with Tiptronic and Sport mode
Comfort
Climatic manual single-zone climate control with pollen filter
Multi-function trip computer featuring trip time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip
fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, miles to empty, radio station display, and
personalizing function
2 radio-frequency remote transmitter key fobs with lock, unlock, rear trunk release, and
panic button for central locking, and selectable access valet key feature
Cruise control
3-color, 4-position ambient lighting
Automatic locking feature (doors lock when vehicle reaches 8 mph)
Illuminated vanity mirrors
3-spoke, leather steering wheel, height-adjustable with telescopic steering column
3-spoke, leather-wrapped, multi-function steering wheel, height-adjustable with telescopic
steering column
Steering wheel-mounted Tiptronic paddle shifters
Leather gearshift knob
Body color dashboard and door trim
Carbon fiber dashboard trim
Heated front seats
*Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age. **The Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS) will only activate in a collision where the airbags deploy or safety belt pretensioners activate. Not all collisions cause airbags to deploy
or safety belt pretensioners to activate.
limitations apply. See dealer or vehicle maintenance program booklet for details.
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Roadside Assistance provided by Signature Motor Club, Inc., and Signature Motor Club of California, Inc. ††The Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program covers the vehicle’s scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage during the term of the new vehicle limited warranty at no additional charge. Some
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6-way manual adjustable front seats
Sport seats
Grab handles
Center front armrest with integraged storage box
Käferfach heritage-inspired glovebox
Glovebox, lockable
Fully upholstered luggage compartment
V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces
Cloth seating surfaces
Leather seating surfaces
Technology
8-speaker sound system with MP3- and WMA-compatible in-dash CD player, AM/ FM radio
Touchscreen Premium VII I sound system with MP3- and WMA-compatible in-dash 6-disc CD
changer, SD memory card reader, and 8 speakers
RNS 315 navigation system with 5" color touchscreen in center console, SD memory
card reader
Fender Premium Audio System
Bluetooth technology
Media Device Interface (MDI) with iPod cable
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription
Keyless access with push-button start
AUX-in for portable audio player
Safety
Crash-optimized front end
Driver and passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system*
Driver and passenger combined side and curtain airbag system*
3-point safety belts for all 4 seating positions
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchor points
Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), Electronic Differential Lock
(EDL), and Engine Brake Assist (EBA)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD), Hydraulic
Brake Assist (HBA)
Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Immobilizer III theft-deterrent system
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