All New Volkswagen Beetle 2012
Those lucky Oprah fans who were fortunate enough to be given a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle all those months ago now know what their new set of wheels will look like. Volkswagen has officially yanked back the sheets on the latest take on the 2012 Beetle. Longer and wider than its predecessor, the German automaker says that the vehicle's designers were inspired by the lines of the original Beetle. As a result, there's more than a little Ragster Concept thrown into the mix with a longer roof line and a more aggressively-raked windshield.
The look isn't quite what we expected after seeing spy shots of the car frolicking around in the sun. It would seem VW pulled a fast one on us by fitting the 2012 mule with last-generation taillights at the time, as the new one features larger magnet-like units that give the 2012 model's rump a radically different look.
The production vehicle boasts seating for four, though the back bench can be folded to allow for more cargo room in a pinch. European buyers will have their choice of four engines ranging from an efficient 1.2-liter gasoline mill to a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and a 1.6-liter turbo diesel. At this point, it isn't yet official which exactly which of those will make their way across the Pond, but we're guessing all three, as VW has previously stated that it will bring a TDI to the States – and even offer it in a Cabriolet model.
The 1.6-liter turbo diesel engine delivers around 105 horsepower while returning 65.7 mpg on the EU scale thanks to a start/stop and intelligent battery regeneration system. That equals out to around 54 mpg on the U.S. cycle, though the EPA may have something different to say should the oil burner show up in the States.
On the more entertaining end of the spectrum, Volkswagen is also offering the 2012 Beetle with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with around 200 horsepower. Like the Golf GTI, that powerplant will benefit from a transmission with an XDS electronic differential lock as standard equipment.
Western Volkswagen Finance
Don't just dream of driving a Volkswagen - "Make it a reality"
At Western, we know that everyone has different needs when it comes to acquiring a new or used Volkswagen. We have a dedicated specialist, our Business Manager, in each of our locations to help you through all the options open to you in the purchase of your car. Detailed in this section is a brief outline of the products that we can offer you.
Current Finance
Hire Purchase
Simple and straightforward — nothing could be simpler. Probably the most popular method of financing a new or used car, HP is a fixed repayment loan over a set period.
Finance Solutions
Solutions is a finance agreement that offers an affordable way to drive a new Volkswagen every 2 or 3 years, but with the flexibility to run an agreement any length from 18 to 42 months.
Cash for Car Plan
For those opting out of a company car. Cash For Car Plan is very much the same as Solutions in the flexibility it offers but is designed with the Company Car driver in mind.
Contract Hire
Contract Hire is the increasingly popular choice for business funded vehicle acquisition. Quite simply, there are many benefits to be had from a Contract Hire agreement.
Lease Purchase
This business finance scheme offers the benefits of Hire Purchase but with lower repayments. This will be of particular interest to businesses which are not VAT registered.
Finance Lease
This method is a long standing business choice offering flexibility, tax benefits and low rentals because the VAT on the cost of the car is recovered by the Finance Company.
Company Car Tax Info
For information on Company Car Tax please see the Inland Revenue website. This link will open the Inland Revenue website in a new window, just close this window to return to Western Volkswagen.