Volkswagen Beetle 2016 Owner's Manual

2016 Beetle

Beetle

By breaking the mold every chance it gets, the Beetle is no stranger to
attention. Its iconic design nods to its heritage while exuding modern
style. Its standard turbocharged engine delivers on performance,
and the tech-savvy interior with available Volkswagen Car-Net®
App-Connect syncs you up with navigation, entertainment, and
other select apps.* Which means that the Beetle is filled with the
advances and innovations of modern society.

*App-Connect features require compatible device, operating system, and mobile app. Standard text and data usage rates apply. See mobile app provider for terms and privacy.

Bi-Xenon headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL).

These headlights create bright beams of light to help improve
visibility, lasting longer and using less energy than halogen
bulbs. The LED Daytime Running Lights add style to your VW.

Power tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof. It tilts to help give

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u maximum exposure. You’re one touch away from letting

the sun shine on your drive.

Iconic exterior design. The Beetle has always been ahead of

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s time. And we’ve taken its iconic look to the next level. The

Beetle unites classic styling and modern technologies.

Rear spoiler. As if this car won’t spoil you enough, added touches

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ke the rear spoiler help make it more appealing, too.

Automatic headlights with Coming/Leaving Home feature.

Need a little extra light when walking away from or towards your
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etle? You can customize how long your headlights stay on after
you lock or unlock your car. These lights automatically help light
the way, your way.

R-Line front and rear bumpers. Style is amped up with slick

front and rear bumpers on the Beetle R-Line trim that give it a
more aggressive appearance. R-Line shows off its racier side.

19-inch alloy wheels. The Beetle is already distinctive. But that

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dn’t stop us from designing every detail. These substantial
wheels not only give your Beetle a proud stance, but their
unique design lets the world know this is how you roll.

The iconic goes bionic.

The Beetle has never been one for convention. Originality is more its style. The Beetle is designed with a sleek,
sporty stance that transcends any trend. With a rear spoiler and available Bi-Xenon headlights, every curve and
line serve to celebrate its unique spirit.

STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE FEATURES

R-Line SE shown in Tornado Red with Lighting Package

Life is Beetle-ful.

As sleek as the Beetle is on the outside, it’s equally as stylish on the inside. Design and function go happily hand in
hand to create an interior environment that is modern, comfortable, and ergonomic. Grab the leather-wrapped
multi-function steering wheel and take control of the road, your music, and more. Retro-modern gauges display
information and style in equal measure. And make sure you set the right mood with available interior ambient
lighting. Once you’re inside the Beetle, you just may want to stay for a while.

R-Line SE shown in Black sport cloth

*Always obey local speed and traffic laws.

STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE FEATURES

Sport seats with leather seating surfaces. The sport seats help

keep you in place while the leather seating surfaces add a touch
of luxury.

Heated front seats. Thanks to these heated seats, you can keep

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rm on cold nights or chilly mornings. The three different

set tings will help you easily find your comfort zone.

Retro-modern gauges. We took that familiar cluster of gauges

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om the original Beetle and gave it a more modern look. It’s like

you’re looking into the past, but seeing into the future.

Leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel. Grab the

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lti-function steering wheel and control your tunes and
how you communicate. It feels nice in more ways than one,
especially since it’s leather-wrapped.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror. Lessen glaring lights from those

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aveling behind you. The self-dimming rearview mirror helps

handle that garish light by dimming when things get too bright.

Paddle shifters. These track-inspired paddle shifters, located

near your fingers on the steering wheel, let you shift without
having to use a clutch. Take the wheel, and take control.*

Customizable interior ambient lighting. An interior this well

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signed deserves lighting to match. Dial in the perfect
mood from brighter to more subtle with the customizable
ambient lighting.