Review: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

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@shaggnar2014 8 жыл бұрын

This generation beetle is so much more attractive than the last one

@maximus9401 8 жыл бұрын

+Tiberius Hrafn-Úlfur Yeah they definitely found a nice balance between modern-retro

@joshvaz00 8 жыл бұрын

still would never buy one but agreed

@oneslowwdsm 8 жыл бұрын

+Tiberius Hrafn-Úlfur Front end looks like a Porsche. Now I know what Clarkson was talking about when he called a 911 a Beetle. lol

@shaggnar2014 8 жыл бұрын

oneslowwdsm to be fair the original beetle was designed by Porsche himself

@Beer_Dad1975 8 жыл бұрын

+Tiberius Hrafn-Úlfur The interior is also a quantum leap over the prior one - it was so awful inside as well as out.

@mikahuurman8836 8 жыл бұрын

Lol this car looks like a car someone would have that is not to rich And not to poor and always pay bills On time

@15eshabani 8 жыл бұрын

haha that actually describes it perfectly.

@lcameeno1 8 жыл бұрын

@Quirky.Turtle69 8 жыл бұрын

+Mika Huurman

@martimalvesdelima6536 8 жыл бұрын

+Mika Huurman Well... a "mediocre" individual but not in a "Immortan Joe" bad spin of the term. Kind a regular not too bad fellow, I got it !! haha =)

@zebrahead8727 7 жыл бұрын

Mika Huurman lol ikr!!!! Can't wait for mine

@velvetrooster5569 Жыл бұрын

Had that radio in my car originally. Very easy to replace. I added an OEM RCD330 larger screen radio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and it completely added to how much I love this car.

@StreetSpeed717 8 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see what the next generation Beetle will look... Great review man!

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+Street Speed 717 Thanks Mike!

@zanepaulvlogs 5 жыл бұрын

Street Speed 717 two years later and Volkswagen kills the beetle

@s203162gg 5 жыл бұрын

Zane Dee Bingo !

@AryzenI 3 жыл бұрын

5 years later... It doesn't look like much.

@justusroloff8209 3 жыл бұрын

New gen is invisible

@staker17 8 жыл бұрын

You know, for a beetle , that's not really that bad

@resentertainment1990 2 жыл бұрын

Love this car. I have the same exact model just red with 105,000 miles. I’ve owned it for 9 years and I haven’t really had any major issues with it so far.

@daniel-eg2oq 2 жыл бұрын

Might buy a used one with 102k on it for 10k. You think it’s a decent deal?

@resentertainment1990 2 жыл бұрын

@@daniel-eg2oq yes that’s definitely a good deal.

@ReviewTechUSA 8 жыл бұрын

Congrats on hitting 200k subs. Well deserved!

@legostarwarsrulez 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely didn’t expect to see you here... 3 years ago

@nanoscapehd6179 4 жыл бұрын

Wow hello Rick. This is random

@aidenmeakin8747 3 жыл бұрын

didnt expect to see you here bud

@CameronAlden 8 жыл бұрын

Matt, your reviews have improved so much! Not to knock your old content, but your quality as well as clarity through explanation is so much better. Just awesome stuff coming from this channel!

@justinbuice 8 жыл бұрын

Nice review! I would have never given these a second thought but it actually looks like a nice car

@patrickphippspa584 8 жыл бұрын

As always, thanks Matt. Harrison Auto Sales should be proud and happy to sponsor you, you do an amazing service for them and Harrison Auto Sales stays in my mind because of you. Furthermore, your intros are RAZOR sharp Matt and I love to watch them in detail. Wow! On another note, I really appreciate that you've responded to some of my comments before. Makes your audience feel like they are part of your efforts. Thanks again!

@LiVinDaRavE 6 жыл бұрын

Great review man. Im debating about buying this car same engine. Gotta say I love your intro music 🎶! Never change it! Every time You preform an acceleration test your facial expressions gets me going to lol. I feel like I'm always testing the cars right next to you. Keep it up man! 👍

@freezor80 8 жыл бұрын

I like the jazzy tune after your intro. This is way better than your normal stuff. I had to pause your video to check it out. I dig it!

@ethangee96 8 жыл бұрын

I really like the way the new shape beetles look compared to the older model. Its more of the original beetle shape. The old one just looks like someone designed it using a compass, it was too round! Great review Matt, As always!

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+Ethan Gee Thanks Ethan! You're right about the compass idea I think haha.

@benjamin4394 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2013 2.0 Turbo - absolutely love my Beetle. I find myself looking for reasons to drive ANYWHERE. Ugh oh..... need groceries. Ooopp....forgot toothpaste. Hey Mom, let me take you to lunch. What's that? You need a ride to school? I got you. Hahaha. BEETLE LOVE!

@rubthestub 8 жыл бұрын

Matt.....can't wait to see what you do for 200k subs! Keep up the good work, another good and unique review.

@DMN3901 8 жыл бұрын

Still can't believe it's been 5 (or almost 5) years since the restyle.

@alecfoster4413 4 жыл бұрын

The handling isn't as sharp as a GTI probably because of a higher center of gravity. It's cool though; I test drove one and it is FAST!

@MathaelTheDestroyer 8 жыл бұрын

The intro was awesome! Probably the best one you've done besides the Hellcat

@marinogusetti 8 жыл бұрын

Keep it on Matt! Great review as always!

@Grumpycat95 8 жыл бұрын

This beetle looks so good !I know that guys aren't used to beetles but I'd buy this model any time !

@DaveA441 8 жыл бұрын

Always been curious about these bugs. Great review Matt

@dylanhurst4950 8 жыл бұрын

Love the intro music! Such a fitting song for this car

@nikiblossom6646 4 жыл бұрын

I want this car so bad 😍😍😍😍 This is my new car I’m in love 🥰

@crankypipo 8 жыл бұрын

I honestly think its the only beetle i like as it looks close to the rugged design of the old 80s 911 slantnose especially in black. I would love to get a used manual in the future

@EKCPeacekeepin 8 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I like the your intro and that music with the black and white. I like the restyle on the beetle.

@TEAMMOOSE 8 жыл бұрын

My goodness, I love turbo cars. Just ordered a Corksport turboback exhaust for my Gen 1 speed3 yesterday! Also started pro tuning and we're at 21psi on the basemap! Oh, turbos :)

@ThePavin 8 жыл бұрын

nice shots getting way better!

@okwhatever2995 3 жыл бұрын

I honestly will never understand Volkswagen’s decision to stop the production of the beetle everyone loves. Mexico manufactured the old style until 2003.

@s9523pink 8 жыл бұрын

I got a feeling that the suspension might be why it rolls in corners, thus he better ride. Even my MK-V, stock suspension is firm and still hugs corners, I barely use brakes, of course I shift down with 6 speeds, no dsg. Great review as always!

@danishatlus6602 3 жыл бұрын

me family car is always vw Beetle .now i am very excited about vw 2021 beetle. very informative vlog thanks dear keep it up .will i am from pakistan

@MultiBabey 6 жыл бұрын

Drinking Game! Take a shot every time Matt says "GTI" Lol Love your reviews Matt and I'm getting this car for Christmas! :)

@leereader3725 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt I gotta say you kickass at reviewing cars! Say get your hands on a Raptor I want to see what you think about it :)

@grandmadale8722 6 жыл бұрын

Great video!!! Just bought a used one and I really enjoy it. Love the stick, I did find mine had been in a wreck in front end. Where should I go to get a better grill? Mine didn't have alot of bolts to hold the grill down. And could you tell me where i might could also get some extra items as the knob on the stick? Thanks for all the video and info.

@MegaJessejames91 8 жыл бұрын

I own a 2012 Beetle Turbo, the interior panels on the turbo are not color matched, the scheme for the turbo is the same for all the colors, I'm not sure about the tdi but the standard beetle does come color matched. The boost guage reads in atmospheric pressure, the actual pressure is about 10 psi. the usb jack is in the top glove box to the left. The car you're driving has the comfort suspension which just means softer springs, with the sport suspension there's a lot less roll. In my experience with owning both an mk6 gti and a beetle turbo the gti stock is actually quieter off throttle. gas mileage is 32/30.

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+jesse basler Great input, thanks for the additional info!

@stefankoles 8 жыл бұрын

nice review like alwayes matt

@noahdunn7148 8 жыл бұрын

I own this car with Coilovers, a stage 2 GIAC tune, and wheels+tires. The car does have bluetooth. Also, the gear ratios allow it to out accelerate GTI's of the same tune. Its an absolute sleeper. I really wish it was MQB now though, the MK7's tuning ability is so much greater. Maybe ill get the next gen and IS38 it.

@riccoturner186 9 ай бұрын

Frfr i had one total sleeper I gave a mustang cobra svt 2004 I think hell when u turned off he throw tha numbs up I bet he wasn't expecting that turn out lol

@omarchakkour2081 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt can you start shifting gears when you're talking about the shifter in the interior part, so we can see how it feels

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+Omar Chakkour Okay.

@demianreith8719 8 жыл бұрын

The opening sequence part looks a little like the early 1900s, as well as the song. 😎

@legostarwarsrulez 6 жыл бұрын

The beetle R line fixes those problems you mention. Stiffer suspension and anti roll bars.

@benjaminelia377 8 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see you review the new Civic Turbo. I know its not quite the sports car your used to and its a CVT but for its class it's quite a performer. It has similar stats to previous model year SIs.

@SSFlyer 8 жыл бұрын

very low on my list of appreciated cars, and matt still makes it sound awesome, as usual...

@lcameeno1 8 жыл бұрын

@corbinbalke8944 8 жыл бұрын

My girlfriend drives a 1999 Bright yellow diesel bug with daisy wheels... Needless to say we drive my challenger

@smellbaddiesmedia4537 3 жыл бұрын

There’s nothing more hardcore than a yellow beetle with daisy wheels

@somejackball 3 жыл бұрын

been trying to decide between a Jetta or Passat, one of the slightly used rentals you can find on sale. but i really like the Bugs too. can you still get the 200hp engine in the newer ones?

@johnnyedify 8 жыл бұрын

Could it be the brand of tires which are affecting the turn in sharpness? There can be big differences between brands.

@ITSDREW666 8 жыл бұрын

Hey commented on last video and want to say nice channel

@crust211 8 жыл бұрын

I like that intro :)

@jdrs4214 5 жыл бұрын

Those Wheels!!! I want them for my 2014 convertible baseline bug.

@rodbrown8306 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review and nice car. I think it needs lowering slightly would handle better too.

@sandovaljoel89 8 жыл бұрын

I know you did a newer Genesis sedan. Can you do a 2012 or 13 Genesis Sedan 4.6 or 5.0 if it's available please?

@runchap 6 жыл бұрын

Does the Beetle have a higher center of gravity? Might explain a bit more body roll.

@tysonknight2247 8 жыл бұрын

lol my mom wanted the new beetle I convinced her to get a turbo with the dsg , she never saw it coming

@xxRANGERpap2xx 8 жыл бұрын

Good stuff Matt! Can you review a Honda civic SI EP3?

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+xxRANGERpap2xx Thanks! I'd love to if someone offers one.

@alexandrujdm 8 жыл бұрын

Please song from the beginning ... what is name ?

@DEALZ7 5 ай бұрын

I have blue turbo sportline and I love it ..

@HyperBlueSTI 8 жыл бұрын

i'm liking the new intro wink wink

@TWRX_Chuck 8 жыл бұрын

I've never been a modern beetle guy. I do agree that these have improved their looks a bit, but I'd probably buy the GTI instead. Great, open minded review!

@MegaJessejames91 8 жыл бұрын

+T-WRX I owned a mk6 gti, it's more hardcore suspension wise and the gear ratios are different, but you can find a beetle turbo of the same condition, miles and options for about 3k less, i'd say on average. Plus the beetle has a shorter wheelbase and with the sport suspension handles 9/10ths as good as a gti. So for those people who want the gti experience without the "enthusiast upcharge", the beetle turbo is a really great option. Also insurance is like 15% less expensive. And cops won't look twice.

@TWRX_Chuck 8 жыл бұрын

Valid points, I think I'm still more of a GTI guy though!

@legostarwarsrulez 4 жыл бұрын

T-WRX 3 years late, but I’ve got a lightly modded beetle r line that smokes most GTIs. Runs a 13.9 on a 1/4 mile with the stock all season tires. I’d imagine with some better tires that it’ll do low 13s high 12s since the stock tires spin for quite a while.

@5.7_TY 8 жыл бұрын

What's the Max boost pressure

@JironBMohamad 8 жыл бұрын

To correct Mat, it's much more related to the Mk6 Jetta and Mk6 Golf (both PQ35) rather than the Mk7 Golf (MQB).

@moonkeis 8 жыл бұрын

You sure the GTI isn't making more noise from the soundakator? 😛 (drives a GTI)

@kiroshi6414 8 жыл бұрын

That updated intro tho👌🏾

@Fitforacting 8 жыл бұрын

your right. He needs to get hired by @smokingtire or @/Drive or @motortrendchannel!

@HUMC5 8 жыл бұрын

9:50 Back road :)

@antonesmart1057 4 жыл бұрын

How many miles on this car what year is this car

@nassim479 8 жыл бұрын

Hello very awesome video !! i would love to see a GOLF 6 R the 270 ps one please !!!

@Darylrb1983 5 жыл бұрын

Can tune it like the gti of cpurse and personally think they look great lowered

@AvgrSteven22 8 жыл бұрын

I really like the styling of this one. What I don't get is why there is heated seats but no Bluetooth? Shouldn't it be the other way around? Anyways great review Matt.

@MegaJessejames91 8 жыл бұрын

+Steven Nguyen bluetooth has been standard on all vw since the mid 2000s.

@JamesSmith-je3we Жыл бұрын

Wondering why the turbos almost always have cloth seats?

@henryyang1996 8 жыл бұрын

matt you really believe the storage space is pretty good？

@EKCPeacekeepin 8 жыл бұрын

I'd like to see one with some handling mods.

@TheDutchTexan 8 жыл бұрын

If they only made a successor to the RSi and shipped it stateside! That is what dreams are made of!

@robojohn181 8 жыл бұрын

My mk7 gti doesn't have a boost gauge

@riccoturner186 9 ай бұрын

I had one it was a joy to drive ima get me one more time and keep it

@bh2155 8 ай бұрын

Get a 2015 model avoid the 2012-2014 VW beetle turbo

@acmilan3622 8 жыл бұрын

Can you review a Infiniti G37 coupe?

@benjamin4394 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man - where are you filming?

@crashmantan 8 жыл бұрын

Those buttons around the hazards don't do anything even with an optioned up model

@BRIANBOBCHAPMAN 8 жыл бұрын

COOL Review: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo

@wolf0491 8 жыл бұрын

Have you always done engine shots? If so I didn't notice but if its new I like it and you should continue.

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+Terry Hernandez Thanks! I've always done them.

@wolf0491 8 жыл бұрын

+subaruwrxfan Oh my bad guess I didn't notice somehow. Keep up good work

@gonzalezgrant 5 жыл бұрын

Does this car come with a auto trans

@RustyVigero2005 4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Idk if it's slower though

@younglingnumber9629 8 жыл бұрын

Can you review a 240sx s13 hatch?

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+Jon Hallex I'd love to if someone offers one nearby.

@bujarsaliu3731 8 жыл бұрын

+subaruwrxfan if you ever end up in Connecticut you are more than welcome to review my 1990 300zx. I'm pretty sure many people are looking for it since there's not many reviews of them. Love the videos btw.

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+Bujar Saliu Thank you! I may get out that way this year! I'll post an announcement video if I do!

@bujarsaliu3731 8 жыл бұрын

+subaruwrxfan of course. It's na, not much but when I was looking into buying one there's barely any reviews out there so for everyone who wants to get one will have a great review.

@NewtMedia 8 жыл бұрын

+subaruwrxfan how about an S14? :)

@splatbubble 3 жыл бұрын

I really wanted to love this car when I test drove it... but I had the same impression; it doesn't feel sharp at all. Quite the opposite. It's even looser than my 2008 Rabbit... pity... coz I think the car is so unique lookin... maybe I should just get a convertible basic one...

@predator5.011 8 жыл бұрын

This is a kind of car my grandma would have fun with

@LukeO-1234 8 жыл бұрын

if your ever in Pennsylvania philly suburb Telford I have a 2009 Mercedes c350 your welcome to review

@ascendantP 8 жыл бұрын

The Beetle is more top heavy causing a higher center of gravity, thus, it will tend to have more body roll than an average hot hatch

@MrTugrulBerk 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt - great review as always! I just want to touch on your comments about how it compares with a Golf GTI. I think comparing these two in the handling department is not fair just because they share the same chassis and the engine. Beetle is not a GTI or a "Performance" version after all. I think it is just an enthusiastic version of a regular Beetle that happens to share the engine and a chassis of a GTI but that doesn't mean they should have the same characteristics in my opinion.

@okwhatever2995 5 жыл бұрын

Is this guy adorable or what!

@damaperez5006 3 жыл бұрын

I love it 🥰

@RustyVigero2005 4 жыл бұрын

It can't decide if it wants to be a coupe, or a hot hatch

@smgs921 8 жыл бұрын

the gti has sportier suspension while the beetle is set up more towards comfort. that's the difference you're feeling.

@MegaJessejames91 8 жыл бұрын

+smgs921 there's two suspension packages available, sport (gli) and comfort (regular jetta)

@smgs921 8 жыл бұрын

Does the beetle get IRS like the gti gli and passat or is it set up like the golf and jetta? That would affect handling as well

@MegaJessejames91 8 жыл бұрын

The gti isn't irs but the gli does, the beetle turbo is a shortened gli essentially.

@smgs921 8 жыл бұрын

jesse basler gti does indeed have IRS idk who told you it doesn't but they're wrong. Gli is simply a sedan version of a gti except it has taller gears.

@Bigale06 8 жыл бұрын

get your hands on a Gen one Speed3!

@zachg9065 8 жыл бұрын

Review a Cobalt SS Turbo

@scottgrossman6195 8 жыл бұрын

A beetle that can do a burnout....i'm sold

@JimiPain 8 жыл бұрын

+Scott Grossman lol, my VW Fox, which is the successor to the Lupo, can do a burnout.

@miniroll32 7 жыл бұрын

Beautiful body, but the interior is a bit of a let down.

@zebrahead8727 7 жыл бұрын

Henry Jones Jr. I know!!! 😔

@JA-kp2gy 8 жыл бұрын

1st gen speed 3 review ?

@MattMaranMotoring 8 жыл бұрын

+Javan Applin I'm just waiting for someone to offer one.

@dtran073 8 жыл бұрын

do a review on dodge Viper

@henryli255 6 жыл бұрын

With your outfit, you fit with the beetle

@elijahd3391 8 жыл бұрын

how many pounds of boost does that turbo make

@MegaJessejames91 8 жыл бұрын

+Elijah Danielson about 10, the boost guage reads atmospheric pressure so it goes up to 24.

@slaWterCH 8 жыл бұрын

You should have added a GTI counter in the video :p

@freezor80 8 жыл бұрын

I never thought of Beetles as a chick car until the previous generation came out. It was very girlie car. I figured since the Beetles are turned into various race cars they were not girly.