2015 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Review

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Once upon a time Volkswagen's iconic Beetle sold primarily on its low sticker price, durability reputation and ease of maintenance. VW's new Bug however sells on retro style and a healthy dollop of nostalgia.
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The Bug before us today is the second generation "new Beetle." The Beetle was first resurrected in Europe as a 1998 model based on VW's Golf and A3 platform and then redesigned for 2012 sharing its bones with the MK5 Golf and Jetta. Redesigning retro is always tricky, this explains why the original Bug barely changed over the years and why the other retro-flashbacks like the PT Cruiser and Chevy HHR turned into one-hit-wonders. If you don't change enough, shoppers won't see a reason to trade in Herbie for a new time capsule. Change it too much and you’re left with a caricature. Either way you slice it however, the retro comes at a cost.

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@iammrswift 9 жыл бұрын

As an owner of a 2015 Beetle Convertible, I can say that I did consider the Mini Cooper when I was shopping around. But as you said, the closest comparable Mini was a Mini Cooper S, which started at $35k before any options. I had already owned a FIAT, so that wasn't an option. I was also looking at the Mustang and Camaro, but the dealers wanted too much, especially the mustang as it was an outgoing model. I will say that I also didn't even consider the Golf, only because it's not available in convertible, and that's all I wanted. Also, soon everyone and their grand parents are going to have a Golf because they are "practical." The Beetle is, indubitably, a 'lifestyle' car; It's not about the practicality or cargo room. It takes a certain kind of person to want a Beetle, and they are usually the most fun at parties.

@vanillacookie900 7 жыл бұрын

I feel like I heard more about the Golf than about the Beetle in this review... I think people consider buying a Beetle for its unique look and personality and because it is a car that really stands out... I personally would have enjoyed hearing more about the features of the Beetle and not what it lacks compared to the boring Golf...

@fortimusprime Жыл бұрын

This right here. Super disappointed in this review.

@SoLA489 8 жыл бұрын

If I'm not mistaken, the 1.8 cost more in repairs at the dealer compared to the previous 2.5 engines because its now considered a turbo.

@jdrs4214 3 жыл бұрын

Those are fun little cars. I can honestly tell you that; because I own one.

@mickwelch8515 4 жыл бұрын

Is this a review of the Golf or Beetle?

@bobhope4288 9 жыл бұрын

At 5:38 you say the mini cooper comes with a "3 liter turbo" you say that twice, (that 3.0 turbo six would be nuts in the mini cooper) but I believe you mean to say 3 cylinder turbo.

@TheTruthAboutCarsPage 9 жыл бұрын

Bob Hope My bad.

@jdrs4214 3 жыл бұрын

Volkswagen should have placed spoilers by default on every one of their beetles; from the lowest international trim level to the dune.