2012 VW Beetle Black Turbo Edition

2012 VW Beetle Black Turbo Edition Side View

The Beetle Black Turbo range is limited to 600 examples, and marks the beginning of the Volkswagen vehicle Pre-Order (VPO) program, a reservation process for consumers. The launch edition Black Turbo is equipped with Volkswagen’s DSG dual-clutch automatic gearbox, and delivers the celebrated 2.0-liter turbocharged in-line four-cylinder with 200 hp and 207 Nm of torque.

In addition to features offered by the turbo four-cylinder engine with an EPA fuel economy rating of 30 mpg on the highway if they are equipped with the automatic transmission. The sporty model has an MSRP of $ 24,950 from.

Standard features include Bluetooth technology, iPod dock, three-color ambient lighting, larger brakes with red calipers, a “beetle-fold” extra glove box similar to the original Beetle, sport cloth seats, 18-inch alloy wheels , a rear spoiler, fog lamps and alloy pedals. It also includes an RCD 310 sound system with eight speakers.

Vehicle Pre-Order (VPO) program is designated for the consumer first in the series, a limited amount of a certain Volkswagen reserves, starting with 21 Century completely new Beetle.

By the 2012 Beetle VPO program, customers pay a $ 495 reservation fee that the possible purchase of the 2012 Black Turbo Beetle launch edition model comes with the promise of a “no hassle” refund policy. Volkswagen created the user reservation using the leading e-commerce platform from Amazon.

Customers will be able to buy the 2.5L model through dealers this fall with a starting price of $ 18,995 MSRP. The base is a 2.5L 170-hp five-cylinder engine with a five-speed gearbox. It provides a fuel by up to 10 percent improved over the last 2.5L models with an EPA fuel economy rating of 29 mpg city and 22 mpg highway for automatic transmission models.

In 2012, a TDI clean diesel models are available to supply high-efficiency 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder Volkswagen diesel engine 140 hp and 236 Nm of torque current. The TDI is expected that the most economical Beetle ever.

The 2012 Beetle is 3.3 inches wider, 6.0 inches longer and 0.5 inches lower, giving the car a muscular look that has broad appeal. The Beetle is available in three trim lines, some of which transparent, panoramic tilt / slide glass sunroof, the 80 per cent more than the previous model. There are two optional audio systems: VIII, a bonus system with a CD changer interface SD card, and a touch screen and the Fender Premium audio system with concert quality sound, designed for Volkswagen.

2012 VW Beetle Black Turbo Edition Specifications:

Key: AT – automatic transmission, MT – manual transmission, F/R/AWD – front/rear/all wheel drive
Powertrain
Type     I4, Turbocharged
Displacement     121 cu in (1984 cc)
Power     200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque     207 lb-ft
Redline     n/a
Driveline     Front Wheel Drive
Transmission     6 Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic
Brakes & Tires
Brakes Front – Rear     Ventilated Discs – Solid Discs
Tire Size Front – Rear     225/45 R18 – 225/40 R18
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length     168.4 in
Width     71.2 in
Height     58.5 in
Curb Weight     n/a
Performance
0-60 mph     n/a
1/4 Mile     n/a
60-0 Braking     n/a
Top Speed     n/a
Fuel Economy
EPA Fuel Mileage – City/Highway     22/29 mpg