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The New Age Beetle Factory code: 9C Retro design becomes a major automotive trend in the 1990s. In sunny California, Volkswagen designers J Mays and Freeman Thomas ask themselves what a New Age Beetle might look like. The result of their deliberations is the “Concept 1” study. It is unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in 1994 and causes a huge stir. Approval for the development of the production model is therefore only a formality. Initial considerations even include alternative drive concepts such as a 50 kW 1.4-litre three-cylinder turbo diesel engine combined with an 18-kW electric motor as a hybrid system, as well as a purely electric 37 kW variant with a two-stage automatic transmission. Series production begins in Puebla (Mexico) on 1 October 1997. The VW New Beetle celebrates its official world premiere on 5 January 1998 at the Detroit Motor Show. The new model is a fun car from Volkswagen that is perfectly suited to everyday use and becomes a cult car in high demand worldwide even during its production run. Despite its completely unique appearance, the New Beetle shares all essential technical components, including the platform, with the new Golf IV saloon. The friendly design is ultra-modern, but many details are reminiscent of the legendary Volkswagen Type 1 (Beetle). Charming accents are provided by the free-standing fenders, round headlights, hinted running boards, and an unmistakable silhouette, which in profile is reminiscent of three interlocking semicircles. The interior also cleverly picks up on the original theme from over 50 years ago, with references ranging from the round instrument cluster to the flower vase. In terms of price, the VW New Beetle is positioned well above the Golf, with the basic version initially costing 34,950 German marks. However, it also offers a higher level of engine performance and standard extras such as electronic stability control (ESP).

New Beetle saloon / Factory code: 9C Model variants / production period: New Beetle 1.4: 2001–2010New Beetle 1.6 (74 kW): 1999–2000New Beetle 1.6 (75 kW): 2000–2010New Beetle 2.0: 1998–2001, 2001–2010New Beetle 1.8 T: 1998–2000, 1999–2010New Beetle 2.3 V5: 2000–2005New Beetle 1.9 TDI (66 kW): 1998–2004New Beetle 1.9 TDI (74 kW): 2000–2005New Beetle 1.9 TDI (77 kW): 2005–2010New Beetle 3.2 RSi: 2001–2003 Engine: Four-cylinder in-line engine, water-cooledFive-cylinder VR engine, water-cooledSix-cylinder VR engine, water-cooled Engine position: Front, transverse Drive: 1.4 to 2.3 V5: frontRSi: permanent all-wheel drive Wheelbase (mm): 2,510 Length / width / height (mm): 4,080 / 1,725 / 1,500

New Beetle saloon / Factory code: 9C Type Displacement (ccm) Power (kW / PS at rpm) Max. torque (Nm at rpm) 1.4 1,390 55 / 75 / 5,000 126 / 3,800 1.6 1,595 74 / 101 / 5,600 (1999–2000) 126 / 3,800 (1999–2000) 75 / 102 / 5,600 (2000–2010) 148 / 3,800 (2000–2010) 2.0 1,984 85 / 115 / 5,400 (1998–2001) 165 / 2,800 (1998–2001) 85 / 115 / 5,200 (1998–2001) 170 / 2,400 (1998–2001) 85 / 115 / 5,200 (2001–2010) 172 / 3,200 (2001–2010) 1.8 T 1,781 110 / 150 / 5,700 (1998–2000) 210 / 1,750–4,600 (1998–2000) 110 / 150 / 5,800 (1999–2010) 220 / 2,000–4,200 (1999–2010) 2.3 V5 2,324 125 / 170 / 6,200 220 / 3,300 3.2 RSi 3,189 165 / 224 / 6,200 320 / 3,000 1.9 TDI 1,896 66 / 90 / 4,000 (1998–2004) 210 / 1,900 (1998–2004) 74 /101 / 4,000 (2000–2005) 240 / 1,800–2,400 (2000–2005) 77 / 105 / 4,000 (2005–2010) 240 / 1,800–2,200 (2005–2010) Engine legend: TDI (turbocharged direct injection diesel)

It is not until the 2003 North American International Auto Show in Detroit that the New Beetle Cabriolet is finally officially unveiled. The model is set to continue the success story of over a million open-top Volkswagen cars to date. The road to series production was much more work than “just cutting it open”: in addition to numerous body reinforcements, the frameless design features an (optional) roof that opens automatically in just 13 seconds and an innovative rollover protection system. Targeted reinforcements such as high-strength tubes in the A and B pillars, doors, and floor assembly ensure optimum stability. The driving experience deserves to be described as "unique". The windscreen is positioned far forward, giving the driver and front passenger almost unlimited fresh air enjoyment. The fabric soft top is a successful nod to the past: it folds neatly away and, as in the VW Beetle Cabriolet, lies behind the rear passengers over the boot lid. Of course, the New Beetle Cabriolet also cuts an astonishingly good figure when closed: the noise comfort under the dome-shaped fabric roof is on a par with that of vehicles with a fixed roof. Like its closed sister model, the New Beetle, the New Beetle Cabriolet is based on the PQ34 (A4) platform and draws all its essential technical components from the Group's own platform modular system. The VW New Beetle Cabriolet is available with four petrol engines and two diesel engines. The power output ranges from 55 kW (75 PS) to 110 kW (150 PS). The 2.0-litre petrol engine can be combined with a 6-speed Tiptronic transmission. However, the New Beetle RSi Cabriolet remains a dream that does not make it into small-series production. New Beetle Cabriolet profile Vehicle data Engine versions New Beetle Cabriolet variants & highlights New Beetle Cabriolet model update 1995 Prologue The “Concept 1 Cabriolet” show car adapts the design of the classic Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet. It is unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.

The friendly world carAccording to taste and budget – "Beetle", "Design" or "Sport"Specific equipment lines for key world markets The Beetle is an automotive statement. Accordingly, it can also be adapted according to customers' individual tastes. Generally, the first step is in the engine line-up; for the Beetle, Volkswagen will offer a total of 5 engines with a power range from 77 kW / 105 PS to 147 kW / 200 PS in Europe. In the USA, there will be 3 engines (103 KW / 140 PS to 147 kW / 200 PS); and China will also get 3 engines (77 kW / 105 PS to 147 kW / 200 PS). The second step in customisation is in the selection of an equipment version. For the regions Europe, America and Australia / New Zealand, Volkswagen has produced 3 packs: "Beetle", "Design" and "Sport". In China, the Beetle will be available in the versions "Design" and "Sport". Each of the equipment lines has a fully independent character. Tell me your name! This time, there really is a country-specific nickname on the back of the car – that is, a name like Käfer, Beetle, Vocho, Coccinelle, Fusca, Maggiolino or 甲壳虫. Only if the customer wants this, of course. If a country really exists whose vernacular does not include a nickname for the bestseller, this is not a problem either: the Beetle signature can be selected. And of course there is another name available as an option: Volkswagen! Standard features of 3 lines: "Beetle", "Sport" and "Design" European combinations The 2 entry-level engines (diesel and petrol engines with 77 kW / 105 PS) can be ordered together with the "Beetle" and "Design" equipment lines; the "Sport" level is not offered with these engines. All 3 equipment lines can also be combined with the 2 mid-power levels (103 kW / 140 TDI and 118 kW / 160 PS TSI). The top engine (TSI with 147 kW / 200 PS) is offered exclusively on the "Sport" version. USA combinations The base engine (125 kW / 170 PS) can be ordered with the "Beetle" and "Design" versions.