Volkswagen Beetle Dune FULL REVIEW test driven Cabriolet/Convertible 220 hp VW TSI

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@caraddicted6794 7 жыл бұрын

Great exterior design in this Dune variant!! The traditional silhouette from the old “Käfer” is still phenomenal !! Not everyone likes cars like this !! That makes the Beetle special ;)

@alxactly 7 жыл бұрын

i never thought i'd say this about a VW but the design with the closed convertible roof looks spot on.

@ScottPC 7 жыл бұрын

I've owned the VW polo Dune, absolutely loved that car! People loved how mean it looked but how sporty it looked too!

@jlj5487 6 жыл бұрын

Both men and women like the Beetle. The only difference is that men shame each other into not buying it BECAUSE women also like it. There’s a difference.

@autogefuehl 6 жыл бұрын

yeah good point

@Torimooo 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2012 Beetle with the 2.5, 5 speed. The only two problems I've had, was while driving the colorado, one of the lines to the power steering pump cracked and ruined the pump, but got that fixed. The other problem with the 2.5's in general is the PCV diaphragm tearing and leaking oil into the throttle body, covering the MAP sensor with oil. Easy fix though, you just gotta clean the throttle body and sensor, and they make kits to replace the diaphragm - which works for a while - but you might as well replace the whole valve cover just to be safe. It's fairly cheap and easy to do. But other than that the car has almost 200k miles and it's still going strong! Very happy with it!

@kevakevincek7040 7 жыл бұрын

31:57 some fan taking a pic :D hahah

@duncanpeterson9531 4 жыл бұрын

The VW Beetle Dune model is an excellent example of German engineering for the single person, especially in convertible TSi guise.

@clubbi911 7 жыл бұрын

I enjoy you're Dune review in my garage right now, while waxing my Habanero Orange Beetle.😁 It's soooo relaxing to hear you and look right to my tablet PC ! Iconsider to get a Dune Convertible, after 2 Beetle Coupe's (by the way, i never had quality issues).The Usability of the Coupe is much better, for a every Day Car.☺ But Hey...We Beetle Drivers think different. 😋 We want the fun and relaxed feeling of this car. Weiter so Thomas! Macht einfach super Reviews! Greetings - Sebastian☺✌

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

classic! =)

@jodyshifflette 6 жыл бұрын

@AndrewKNI 7 жыл бұрын

Fabulous review Thomas. So entertaining and informative. Thank you.

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

+Andrew K, Belfast, UK 👌👌

@joesween6994 3 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done, Thomas. I love the way you purr "So... let's go!" at 32:33!

@autogefuehl 3 жыл бұрын

👌

@mattesrocket 7 жыл бұрын

a dream car, I would buy it if I had the money. I wouldn't care about the lack of space because the vintage and modern sporty look is too great. I like very much the panel fold all over the side (one hand wide beneath the window line).

@PaulBasikila 7 жыл бұрын

I like the exhaust noise... Great review Thomas

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

thanks Paul !

@SimpliShelbiTV 7 жыл бұрын

great easy listening vlog. you explain very well.

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

thanks, stay tuned!

@fredbloggs9207 Жыл бұрын

I own a 2015 Beetle Sport DSG 220ps which is practically identical to this. I bought it mainly because the seating is higher than most convertibles which tend to lie you down on the floor. That makes it all-day comfortable. What I didn't expect was how sporty it was. I got two cars in one - a beach side cruiser and a back street hot hatch. Took it on holiday to France for two weeks. It easily took all our luggage in the boot + on back seats. It's a rare combination of retro, fun, performance and practicality. I can't think of a new car I could buy today that would equal it. I have to keep it, because it's irreplaceable.

@autogefuehl Жыл бұрын

cool thanks for the feedback! This would come closest: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l9tkibKH2qiXoo0.html

@fredbloggs9207 Жыл бұрын

@@autogefuehl Agreed, the T-Roc convertible is a contender, but it doesn't have the looks, performance or the retro feel. The Beetle is so damn funky!

@evalonious 5 жыл бұрын

Hey from the States! Great review. I've got a 2012 beetle 2.5 L and a 2009 jetta sportwagen 2.5 I love those 5 cyl. Engines. Dune review is hysterical, very funny. 27:00 minutes explaining why you say it twice! Loved that part. I really want a boxter or caymen next!

@autogefuehl 5 жыл бұрын

@carlosramos992 7 жыл бұрын

...thanks a lot Thomas for such as great video!!!

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

thanks !!

@rodgoddard5113 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, awsome looking bug, the gold paint makes it really pop out,

@cristiananghel8552 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent review Thomas! One of the most iconic cars from the World War 2, but updated and with modern technology. I would go for the Dune Convertible model but definitely with DSG Gearbox. But in the final part of this video, the piece of resistence, was the vintage blue Kaffer. What an iconic car... made for war by Ferdinand Porche.

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

really lucky that we could include that =)

@PanigaleV2 7 жыл бұрын

Es ist zu lustig wie sich der Transporter-Fahrer an der Ampel (32:15) an den Kameras erfreut, während gerade davon geredet wird, wie die Leute dem Dune hinterherschauen :D

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

hihi

@tadhgcomhaltas Жыл бұрын

What a truly beautiful car.

@dieterhelbig4444 3 жыл бұрын

Lieber Thomas. 2016 haben wir Ihren Autotest vom Infiniti QX70 gesehen, ihn danach gekauft und sind bis heute begeistert von dem Wagen. Nun erwägen wir den Gebrauchtkauf eines Beetle und wieder könnten Sie mit Ihrer ruhigen, entspannten und informierten Art einen Ausschlag geben. Tolle Arbeit, die Sie da machen. Alles Gute!

@autogefuehl 3 жыл бұрын

Vielen Dank 😊 schöne Grüße!

@n001m002 7 жыл бұрын

Nice review. The present looking is good.

@faisalalosmani3681 6 жыл бұрын

Another great review!

@autogefuehl 6 жыл бұрын

thanks !

@sjikara 4 жыл бұрын

Good job, i will buy the cabrio2014 next year.

@LowOnCash 6 жыл бұрын

Super review thank you!!!!

@autogefuehl 6 жыл бұрын

+Mike Mas 👌

@mr.terwilliger5728 3 жыл бұрын

I could do that one. Maybe a little more sleek but it’s definitely a yes from me with the convertible

@BeausToyFarm 6 жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks so much. Helpful when deciding whether to buy the Dune in solid white with sandstorm yellow alloys. My biggest question is regarding the upper gauge panel on top of the dash. I can see it is present in your vehicle, but I'm not sure it is available in all versions of the Dune. Some extra clarification on that would have been welcome. In all, great video. Thanks!

@autogefuehl 6 жыл бұрын

thanks and glad we could help! Hm I dont know that either sorry

@sammyb3184 7 жыл бұрын

Great review! It was just released in my country and I'm planning to get one. Only 50unit of the 1.4tsi and it cost 40k euro - Malaysia

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

nice enjoy!

@sansas87 7 жыл бұрын

so cool. like it!

@Seekthetruth3000 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. Are the turn signal lights in the rear red or yellow? They should be yellow not red.

@amaurylopez5205 7 жыл бұрын

great job saludos desde México

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy!

@toptobottom247 7 жыл бұрын

Roadtrip to Monaco. This ought to get their attention.

@crimsonbride 7 жыл бұрын

love the review ! xx

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

thx bro!

@crimsonbride 7 жыл бұрын

Its sis :-)

@hatemnashed2720 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice car and very good presentation

@autogefuehl 6 жыл бұрын

thanks feel free to recommend :-)

@johnnysmile01 4 жыл бұрын

I love this second generation of the new era and the last i suppose since VW ceased production last year 2019 for this model wich is sad because it was the best Beetle for me and this Dune version i never saw it here in Portugal, i don´t know if VW sold it here, but the other models yes the 2.0tsi 220 hp and TDi also, wish i could own one of these,

@brianej3500 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Thomas … I liked the paint colour's name: Sandstorm … sounds like there's a Darude fan from 2001 or so that liked that song of the same name. Re convertibles : I had a Austin Healey 3000 in the late 60's, but like you say, if it had modern fittings I'd like it again, but it was … well a bit lacking in brakes but did have the skinny steering wheel. I like your reviews.

@autogefuehl 6 жыл бұрын

Darude sandstorm - rocks :)

@bernardfrederick9462 6 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous!!!!

@gordonbennett6057 7 жыл бұрын

I agree, the idea of a modern everyday car that gives, even a small impression that you're driving an older car - is fun. Fun is good. You ask us about the hood cover? I wouldn't bother with the cover either - indeed I like the folded "pram hood" - it's different. You ask us if I would take a cabrio or a coupe. With this car: the cabrio, any day! Thanks Thomas & Katherina, for an interesting Review.

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

+gordon bennett 👍👍👍

@LookingGlass24 5 жыл бұрын

@autogefühl Thomas, I do love your reviews, especially how you evaluate and appreciate every car you drive, whether you like it or not. I can trust that. You said a few times you’d buy the convertible model, but you didn’t say why. I’d love to know why-could you tell us? Are you not a bit scared for the lack of safety if the car were to roll over in an accident? Or mosquitoes biting you? Or something hitting you, like a rock or so? I’m an engineer and safety for me is primordial, so I’m curious at why convertible fans don’t seem to be worried about safety. By the way, I’d love it if you incorporated more safety data in your overall reviews. Nobody does that either, so there’s opportunities for car reviewers to grow in that arena. Once again, thank you. Oh, love seeing 🇩🇪 GER in your videos. How about showing us the Black Forest sometime?! That would be super!!

@autogefuehl 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! Well I just love to drive with open top :)

@yippie6862 7 жыл бұрын

It's a Convertible Beetle AllTrack without the 4Motion. Yep, I don't understand the point of this car at all. :)

@manygaga1 7 жыл бұрын

I like the color

@ld4083 7 жыл бұрын

I would put that engine in the trunk/rear seat area, remove rear seats, and bam you got yourself a mid engine VW two seater fun mobile!

@ggfghjhddhnkyddfthjkgcdruh 7 жыл бұрын

In full HD, full screen and full length!, yei! :p

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

+David Jimenez Bañuelos ✌️

@curtisimo032 7 жыл бұрын

I talked my girlfriend out of rebuilding her father's Beetle from the 1970's because of the lack of safety features. She didn't like the first version of the New Beetle but she does like the current version as it closer resembles the classic.

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

interesting!

@toptobottom247 7 жыл бұрын

It's very nice looking.

@CT37BN 7 жыл бұрын

Volkswagen really did not think productively enough with packaging issues on new gen Beetle. It was treated more as a novelty/image factor with a high sticker price rather than their usual tradition of good complete build practice on most of their vehicle line-up. Gen 2 only addressed a few issues.. mostly aesthetics. Looks really ok this Gen 2, maybe final hurrah for Beetle before it bows out sometime 2018(?). Another top and enjoyable review there Thomas. Next convertible review.. Mercedes-AMG GT C?

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

+metring073 👍

@guy4469 3 жыл бұрын

i fell asleep ill watch tomorrow .i smashed my head on my lap top ,im in A & E now getting sti,hes .

@27degrees 7 жыл бұрын

I love the Beetle Dune and have been looking forward to this review. It's the kind of car I would buy. However I am not a fan of convertibles, so it would be the coupe for me and with DSG. It is rather expensive in my country and there are very likely better propositions for the money. Perhaps in two or three years a used one might be an option. I liked the colour of the test vehicle, and the way the body colour repeated through the interior and on the wheels. The fabric on the seats is a disappointment - would have preferred Alcantara. A rear engine would have been a bonus, as some other comments have suggested. Overall a great review. Now can you please test a coupe version with DSG?

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

+Nick Elzinga thanks! Heh the coupe dsg test wont differ much :)

@LookingGlass24 5 жыл бұрын

Thomas, Even if it doesn’t vary much, you’d be one of the few with the review of the coupe. I am probably going to buy the 2019 Beetle’s Final Edition; so, I am miffed that I can’t find decent reviews of the Coupe. The coupe has double the trunk space and I would get it with a sun roof. My 2014 Jetta Sportswagon TDI has been an awesome car, but being single with no kids or family close by, it’s too much car for me. I’ve never even taken passengers in the back seat, imagine that?! So I need a smaller car and I’ve always loved this car. I can always get a Golf later in life (I live the Alltrack Golf, similar to my Jetta), but I may never be able to get a Beetle again past 2019. Please consider doing a review of a Beetle Coupe, as it’s functionality differs completely from its convertible sibling. Many Thanks for your consideration. @autogefühl

@LookingGlass24 5 жыл бұрын

Nick Elzinga I too want a coupe with DSG! I have almost decided I will get one this fall-the 2019 Final Edition if the Beetle. They’re retiring the Beetle forever. Such sad news 😢

@toptobottom247 7 жыл бұрын

You know...if VW would have used a carmel colored wood grain material on the dash it would have really made the interior pop that much more. It still very nice as is.

@xxxmarekxxx505 2 жыл бұрын

SUPER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@empy666 7 жыл бұрын

looks +- good ;)

@CambreyGoG 7 жыл бұрын

I'm not fond of the newest Beetle, but this particular model is very attractive.

@kevink1595 5 жыл бұрын

I find that German cars (only owned. VWs) always have plenty of leg and head room for us tallies! (Taller than 186 cm here.) Not sure what size your feet are but as a big footed guy I always have plenty of room between them the clutch; brake and accelerator!

@Ambienfinity 7 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how small cars evolve into bigger cars -- it'll look like a Porsche next -- oh hang on, they already did that ;-)

@occamsrazor6613 7 жыл бұрын

@ 27:56 Wrong finger Thomas. PS Why is the guy in the van taking a picture of you @ 31:54 ?

@oceanlove670 4 жыл бұрын

i was thinking how i would hit the horn twice as a little hello to the classic Volkswagen driver and when you passed him you gave him a little wave. Lol it's that fellow Volkswagen drivers unspoken club going on (I have a 2014 Volkswagen in Red)

@autogefuehl 4 жыл бұрын

@guy4469 2 жыл бұрын

And there is a 3.2 RSI , 5 SE,ONDS . 155 MPH .

@secretAsianMan120 Жыл бұрын

Nice car but wait till it's time to change the clutch 2 grand easily . Hope your still smiling.

@dollybardot 3 ай бұрын

I loooove this car so much! I'm gonna get it and paint it pink!!! I'm a 1.53 meters short girl, so I can easily fit all my friends in it! Hahaha :D

@filip3148 7 жыл бұрын

A cabriolet is the perfect platform for rear mounted engine and rear wheel drive. Think about it. The small trunk space gets used more effectively and you save yourself the hassle of fitting it with a transaxle. Unfortunately in reality, this Beetle has a tiny trunk, but a huge bonnet and only half of the volume beneath it gets used effectively. Makes me cringe.

@sonnyjaz7138 7 жыл бұрын

top review thomas..i agree about vw beetle being a "feminine" car..but the most "masculine" beetle was surely the limited edition "rsi beetle" from a few years back..i saw one once and very butch it was indeed!

@chardelraconner2166 2 жыл бұрын

"2022 Focke Hip Hop" ©

@joejarvis2497 10 ай бұрын

I want to change the E in Dune to a G and see if anybody notices.

@thiagolima7344 7 жыл бұрын

Volkswagen the best !!!!

@ArtYourMinds 7 жыл бұрын

31:55 haah da macht er erstmal ein Foto vom lieben Thomas

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

@grrwuff4099 7 жыл бұрын

..41:00 keep distance, please, Thomas... ;o)

@curtisimo032 7 жыл бұрын

That classic American car is probably a 1950 Mercury Monterey Coupe

@blarkdexture8899 7 жыл бұрын

What does "Autogefühl" mean?

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

car feeling

@robertcook2572 7 жыл бұрын

+Autogefühl Can you be locked up for that?

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

lol what?

@missingremote4388 5 жыл бұрын

Fahrvergnügen means "driving enjoyment" in English.

@coIvoIkov 7 жыл бұрын

BEEP u to,Thomas!

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

+coIvoIkov lol - fancy a block?

@coIvoIkov 7 жыл бұрын

Hey, this is not fair. He started it. Listen what he says at 44:08.

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

so you re the one that stole the license plate? ;)

@hermitld 7 жыл бұрын

1950's Mercury?? Maybe Convertibles ++++

@ClownSpass 5 жыл бұрын

I like the old ones, the new ones look like...... well, i don't know, a bit odd.

@toptobottom247 7 жыл бұрын

LMAO...31:57. The guy in the van is either impressed with the car or the girl...

@autogefuehl 7 жыл бұрын

@CarswithB 7 жыл бұрын

I would consider this for my future GF! :)

@robertehlers3757 7 жыл бұрын

It looks like an early 1950s Mercury.

@guy4469 2 жыл бұрын

for the uk this is fine 2 adults 5ft 7 and 2 kids ,But for Ameri,ans the driver him or her they needs both front seats to drive. And the kids are in poli,e detention institute .