Volkswagen has launched the new Beetle in India at a price of Rs. 28.73 lakh ex showroom Mumbai and Rs. 29.40 lakh ex showroom Delhi. The Beetle will sold as a fully imported CBU.
The Beetleis powered by a 1.4 litre TSI petrol engine developing 150 horsepower of power and comes mated to a 7 speed DSG gearbox. Paddles shifters are standard on the Beetle Features include panoramic sunroof, bi-xenon headlamps, leather interiors and chrome packages for the interior & exterior, dual zone climate control, sound system with 8 speakers USB, AUX-IN and Bluetooth connectivity, Auto Start Stop function, rain sensor and Cruise Control. The car comes equipped with 16″ “Whirl” alloy wheels with a 16″ space saver wheel and 205/60 R16 profile tyres.
The new Beetle’s safety kit includes 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control with driver steering recommendation, ABS, ASR, EDL and EDTC, Hill hold control and brake pad wear idicator There will be a choice of four colours: Habanero Orange, Oryx White,Tornado Red and Blue Silk.