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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 15, 2008 CONTACT: Steve Keyes Jim Gill (703) 364-7650 (703) 364-7621 [email protected] [email protected] 2009 NEW BEETLE AND NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE: UNDENIABLY FUN, UNMISTAKEABLY VOLKSWAGEN HERNDON, Va. — The 2009 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible continue their combined mission as iconic cars designed and engineered to stir the passions of those who love the heritage and pure fun of Volkswagen. Each offered in a single trim level, the latest version of the New Beetle and New Beetle convertible come with a very affordable starting price of $17,990 for the hardtop and $25,590 (automatic only) for the drop top. Highlights Standard equipped ESP Standard six-speaker premium CD radio with MP3 format capability Auxiliary jacks for personal device (e.g., iPod) connectivity and Sirius ® Satellite Radio with three-month complimentary subscription 2.5L, in-line, five-cylinder gasoline engine Standard Cold Weather package Comfort, Convenience, Infotainment Features For four-season fun, the New Beetle convertible features a three-layer cloth top with a heated glass rear window. An extra window switch on convertible models allows the driver to lower and raise all of the side windows simultaneously. The modern top helps keep road noise out in the “up” or closed position. Lowering the top is easy, and it fits neatly behind the rear seat in original Beetle fashion. The soft-top also includes a semi-automatic power roof and a wind blocker as options. Media Information VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 2200 Ferdinand Porsche Drive Herndon, Virginia 20171 Tel. 703/364-7000 www.media.vw.com (Registration Required)

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Page 1: 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle Media Informationfilecache.drivetheweb.com/mr4enh_vw/472/new+beetle.pdf · Steve.Keyes@vw.com James.Gill@vw.com 2009 NEW BEETLE AND NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 15, 2008 CONTACT: Steve Keyes Jim Gill (703) 364-7650 (703) 364-7621 [email protected] [email protected]

2009 NEW BEETLE AND NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE:

UNDENIABLY FUN, UNMISTAKEABLY VOLKSWAGEN

HERNDON, Va. — The 2009 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible continue their

combined mission as iconic cars designed and engineered to stir the passions of those

who love the heritage and pure fun of Volkswagen.

Each offered in a single trim level, the latest version of the New Beetle and New

Beetle convertible come with a very affordable starting price of $17,990 for the hardtop

and $25,590 (automatic only) for the drop top.

Highlights

• Standard equipped ESP

• Standard six-speaker premium CD radio with MP3 format capability

• Auxiliary jacks for personal device (e.g., iPod) connectivity and Sirius® Satellite

Radio with three-month complimentary subscription

• 2.5L, in-line, five-cylinder gasoline engine

• Standard Cold Weather package

Comfort, Convenience, Infotainment Features

For four-season fun, the New Beetle convertible features a three-layer cloth top

with a heated glass rear window. An extra window switch on convertible models allows

the driver to lower and raise all of the side windows simultaneously.

The modern top helps keep road noise out in the “up” or closed position.

Lowering the top is easy, and it fits neatly behind the rear seat in original Beetle

fashion. The soft-top also includes a semi-automatic power roof and a wind blocker

as options.

Media Information

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.

2200 Ferdinand Porsche Drive

Herndon, Virginia 20171

Tel. 703/364-7000

www.media.vw.com

(Registration Required)

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Both models come standard with an ample host of appointments, including V-Tex

leatherette seat trim; leather brake handle and shifter knob; heated front seats; chrome

accents throughout; telescoping three-spoke padded steering wheel; Easy Entry System

front seats for rear passenger entry; and one-touch up/down automatic windows (driver

and passenger) with pinch protection.

Audiophiles will find the new Beetle offerings to their liking as well, with a

standard -six speaker premium CD radio with MP3 format capability on the convertible

and six-speaker system on the hardtop. Both carry auxiliary jacks for personal device

(e.g., iPod) connectivity and Sirius® Satellite Radio with three-month complimentary

subscription.

Engine and Transmission

The 2009 New Beetle and New Beetle convertibles come equipped with

Volkswagen’s rock-solid and advanced 2.5L, in-line, five-cylinder gasoline engine. The

2.5L engine delivers 150 horsepower at 5000 rpm and 170 lbs.-ft. of torque at 3750 rpm.

With four valves per cylinder, aluminum alloy cross flow heads and double

overhead camshafts, the engine is strong, quiet, and efficient. Hydraulic lifters are

maintenance-free. Digital electronic ignition and Motronic sequential multi-point fuel

injection enable the engine to operate on regular unleaded gasoline.

Power is delivered to the front wheels with two types of transmissions. A five-

speed manual transmission operates smoothly with a hydraulic clutch. An available six-

speed transmission with Tiptronic® allows for both automatic and driver-selected gear

changes using the gear selector. The convertible is automatic only.

The 2009 New Beetle convertible with automatic transmission achieves an EPA-

estimated fuel efficiency of up to 29 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in city driving.

With a manual transmission, the New Beetle EPA estimates are 28 mpg highway and 20

in the city — automatic EPA estimates are 29 mpg highway and 20 in the city.

Chassis and Suspension

Independent front McPherson struts, a torsion beam rear axle and front and

rear stabilizer bars combine for a comfortable ride with solid cornering stability.

Power-assisted rack and pinion steering with a 15.6:1 steering ratio ensures the

responsiveness expected of an authentic German-tuned offering and four-wheel disc

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brakes (288- x 25-mm vented front, 232- x 9-mm solid rear) delivers all the stopping

power needed.

State-of-the-art chassis controls are abundant on the New Beetle and New Beetle

convertible to ensure outstanding vehicle dynamics. The front-drive compacts are

standard equipped with the latest three-channel version Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

and advanced Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) with brake assist and traction

control including Anti-Slip Regulation.

A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is also standard as well.

Exterior

The New Beetle convertible is available in Black, Candy White, Gecko Green,

Salsa Red, Harvest Moon, Sunflower Yellow and Heaven Blue Metallic. The hardtop

expands the color palette to include Platinum Gray and Reflex Silver. Sixteen-inch alloy

“Mali”-designed wheels are standard on all New Beetle offerings, and the convertible

offers 17-inch alloy “Versus” wheels as an option.

Active and Passive Safety

Like all Volkswagens, the New Beetle and New Beetle convertible include the

Prevent and Preserve Safety System, consisting of more than 45 safety features. As

standard equipment, the New Beetle and New Beetle convertible include — but are not

limited to -- dual front airbags; dual front side head/thorax airbags; emergency locking

retractors in all seating positions; front safety belts with pretensioners and load limiters;

and three-point safety belts in all five seating positions (two front, three rear) with

emergency locking retractors.

The New Beetle convertible also includes an Active Rollover Support™ system

that “pops up” two spring-loaded aluminum posts in 0.25 seconds from behind the rear

seat headrests.

The New Beetle and New Beetle convertible, like all 2009 Volkswagens, come

standard equipped with the Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP). This is important

because the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported

that ESC results in 35 percent fewer single-vehicle crashes and 30 percent fewer single-

vehicle fatalities in passenger cars. Volkswagen is one of the only original equipment

manufacturers to provide an electronic stability control system on its entire product line

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as standard equipment — ahead of the NHTSA deadline requiring vehicles in the 2012

model year to include stability control systems. ESP compares the driver’s intended

course with the vehicle’s actual direction; if ESP detects a discrepancy, ESP

automatically brakes individual front or rear wheels and/or reduces engine power as

needed in certain driving circumstances to help maintain directional control.

Warranty

The 2009 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible come with 24-hour Roadside

Assistance for three years or 36,000 miles (whichever occurs first), plus new vehicle

warranties including:

• Five-year/60,000 mile (whichever occurs first) Powertrain Limited Warranty.

• Three-year/36,000 mile (whichever occurs first) New Vehicle Limited Warranty

with wear and tear items and adjustments.

• 12-year unlimited distance Limited Warranty against corrosion perforation.

The New Beetle and New Beetle convertible, like all 2009 model year

Volkswagens, are included in the no-charge Carefree Maintenance Program. Under this

program all of the New Beetle and New Beetle convertible’s scheduled maintenance, as

described in the maintenance booklet, is covered for the length of the New Vehicle

Warranty—three years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Since all current

Volkswagens, including New Beetle and New Beetle convertible, use synthetic oil,

combined with state-of-the-art German engineering, a 5,000 mile oil change is no longer

necessary. This means that like all current Volkswagen owners, New Beetle and New

Beetle convertible drivers can drive farther between oil changes.

About Volkswagen of America, Inc.

Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon,

Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany.

Volkswagen is one of the world’s largest producers of passenger cars and Europe’s

largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Eos, Rabbit, New Beetle, New Beetle

convertible, GTI, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, GLI, Passat, Passat wagon, CC, Tiguan,

Touareg 2, and Routan through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. All 2009

Volkswagens come standard-equipped with Electronic Stabilization Program. This is

important because the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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has called ESC the most effective new vehicle safety technology since the safety belt.

Visit Volkswagen of America online at vw.com or www.media.vw.com to learn more.

# # #

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Electronic Stabilization Program Technology Backgrounder

All 2009 Volkswagens come standard equipped with Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP). ESP has been called the most important safety device since the safety belt and the most important safety advance of this generation. To paraphrase one auto writer, “it’s like having a guardian angel as your co-pilot.” ESP Snapshot

• Helps prevent oversteer and understeer (fishtailing). • Uses technology applied in the Stealth aircraft to keep it aloft to measure the spin

of the vehicle. • Applies computer technology to help the driver maintain control. • NHTSA research found ESC could save 10,000 lives a year.

ESC Advantage

Multiple studies from the U.S., Europe and Asia have concluded that vehicles equipped with ESC have in the range of 35 percent fewer crashes. NHTSA studies conducted specifically in the U.S. concluded that passenger cars equipped with ESC experienced a 30 percent reduction in fatal single vehicle crashes. The same study concluded that SUVs equipped with ESC experienced a 63 percent reduction in fatal single-vehicle crashes. The NHTSA research saw a reduction in crashes that also involve a rollover by more than 70 percent. The studies conducted by NHTSA and others reached similar findings when it came to reducing the incidence of crashes overall: vehicles equipped with ESC saw a significant net reduction in crashes. The agency predicts that ESC could save 10,500 lives and prevent between 168,000 and 252,000 injuries every year. That equates to more than $40 billion savings in economic losses in the U.S. alone. One independent study conducted in 2006 by the prestigious Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) concluded that ESC could prevent nearly one-third of all fatal crashes and reduce the risk of rolling over by as much as 80 percent. ESP takes advantage of the great advances in electronics that have occurred in the past 20 years to be in the vanguard of active or primary safety systems. ESP is the sum of three functions — antilock brakes that enable individual braking and control at the four comers

Media Information

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.

2200 Ferdinand Porsche Drive

Herndon, Virginia 20171

Tel. 703/364-7000

www.media.vw.com

(Registration Required)

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of the vehicle, traction control which affects acceleration, and yaw control that addresses the spin of a vehicle.

ESP is a vehicle control system comprised of sensors and a microcomputer that continuously monitors how well a vehicle responds to the driver’s steering input and selectively applies individual brakes and modulates engine power to help keep the vehicle traveling along the path indicated by the steering wheel position. If an unstable condition develops — such as a sudden evasive maneuver or going too fast through the curve of a freeway exit ramp — within a fraction of a second, ESC intervenes via engine electronics and the brake system to help align the vehicle with where the driver is pointing the vehicle.

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2009 U.S. New Beetle UpdatesStandard EquipmentLegend: Published:S Standard, at no additional charge O Option, at additional charge Last Revised: 12/11/2008P Part of option package, at additional package charge – Not available

EXTERIORAntenna Roof mounted Satellite Radio antenna SAnti-Corrosion Fully galvanized sheet metal SBrake Lights Mid-mounted 3rd stop lamp SDoors Two doors S

Anti-intrusion side door beams SBody color door handles S

Fenders Plastic front and rear fenders SGlass Tinted glass, green SGrille Body color grille SHorn Dual tone horns SLights, Front/Rear Daytime Running Lights (DRL). Upon start-up of vehicle with the parking brake off,

headlights engage. Instrument panel lighting, parking lights and taillights remain off. To engage all lights, the light switch must be turned to the on position SHeadlights-on warning tone, upon opening of driver's door when ignition key is removed and light switch is in the 'ON' position SProjector lens halogen front headlamps with light weight, chip-resistant polycarbonate lenses SSide blinkers integrated into side exterior mirrors S

Mirrors Body color mirror housings SDriver and passenger side power exterior mirrors, heatable S

Paint Non-metallic paint SMetallic paint (no charge) O

Roof Power glass sunroof with tilt, slide, tinted glass, manual sunshade, pinch protection, and driver's door power lock operated convenience closing feature O

Tires 205/55 R16 H, all season tires STemporary use spare tire STire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) S

Wheels 6.5J X 16'' alloy wheels "Mali" SWipers/Washer Two-speed windshield wipers with 4-speed, adjustable intermittent wipe feature S

Heatable windshield washer nozzles SINTERIORAir Conditioning Air conditioning, CFC-free SAlarm/Anti-Theft Anti-theft vehicle alarm system for doors, hood, trunk lid, radio, and starter, with

warning LED in door top sill and with audible and visual activation SImmobilizer III theft deterrent system S

Armrest Front center armrest adjustable/folding with storage compartment SAssist Handles Large assist handle in instrument panel above glove box, 2 rear passenger assist

straps on B-pillars and silicone dampened return assist handles above driver and front passenger seats S

Cruise Control Cruise control SCup holder Cup holders front and rear SDefroster Electric rear window defroster S

Electric side mirror defroster/defogger SDoors/Side Panels Integrated armrests in front door panels S

Integrated armrests in rear side panels SFloor Mats Floor mats SInstrument Cluster Brake pad wear indicator S

Illumination of controls and gauges - blue, with red indicators SSeatbelt reminder SSpeedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator (if equipped with optional automatic transmission), warning lights S

Keys Folding keys (2) with radio-frequency remote transmitter for central locking, eyelet SValet key S

Lighting Glove box light SInterior front center dome light SFront reading lights S

Locks Automatic locking feature (doors lock automatically when vehicle reaches 8 mph). Dealer can disable feature or program to unlock when ignition key is removed. Doors unlock automatically upon airbag deployment SDriver and passenger door mounted power lock/unlock switches for central locking system SRemote central power locking system with selective unlocking and key operated convenience open and close feature (windows) S

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice.

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2009 U.S. New Beetle UpdatesStandard EquipmentLegend: Published:S Standard, at no additional charge O Option, at additional charge Last Revised: 12/11/2008P Part of option package, at additional package charge – Not available

INTERIORMirrors, Interior Dual driver and front passenger visor vanity mirrors, illuminated with cover S

Mirror control pad with joystick control SPower Outlets Power outlet (SAE size) in center console SRadio/Audio In dash single CD Radio with MP3 format capability, satellite radio preparation, 6

speakers, control capability for CD changer, theft-deterrent warning light and coding system. SAuxiliary Input jack SSirius™ Satellite Radio with limited complimentary subscription SCD Changer Prep S

Remote Releases Remote releases for trunk and fuel filler flap, located on driver's side door SRestraint Systems Driver and front passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system S

Driver and front passenger head/thorax side airbag supplemental restraint system SEmergency locking retractors for all seating positions SSafety belts pre-tensioners with load limiters, front seats only SHeight adjustable front 3-point safety belts SRear outboard 3-point safety belts SLATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. Formerly known as ISOFIX) - child seat lower attachment points and top tether rear outboard seating positions SChild seat tether anchorage points with markings, rear seating positions SBuckle switch (sensor which deploys airbag depending on safety belt use) S

INTERIORSeating, Front Front seats, fully reclining, height & angle adjustable with lockable head restraints S

"Easy Entry System" allows front seat to move forward for easy access to rear seating area SHeatable front seats SSeat height adjustment for driver and front passenger seats S

Seating, Rear One piece folding rear seat SSteering Wheel 3-spoke padded leather wrapped steering wheel S

Height adjustable and telescoping steering column SSteering wheel deformable/collapsible upon impact STheft-deterrent steering column S

Storage, Interior Two front cup holders and one rear cup holder SFront door storage nets SFront seatback magazine/storage pocket SSoft opening (silicone dampened) glove box, lockable with interior shelf for owners literature SSunglass holder located above rearview mirror (not available on vehicles equipped with optional sunroof) SStorage compartment inside front center armrest S

Trim (Details) Leather brake handle SLeather shift knob S

Trunk/Cargo Area Luggage compartment cover, one piece, lifting, removable SFully carpeted lined luggage compartment SGrip on inside of trunk lid to assist closing S

Upholstery V-Tex seat trim SWindows Power windows with pinch protection. Front windows with automatic one-touch up

and down feature, operable from driver's side only S

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice.

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2009 U.S. New Beetle UpdatesStandard EquipmentLegend: Published:S Standard, at no additional charge O Option, at additional charge Last Revised: 12/11/2008P Part of option package, at additional package charge – Not available

TECHNICALBattery Battery box, hard shell box around the battery for protection SBody Panels Crash optimized front end SBrakes ABS - Anti-lock Braking System S

Power assisted front vented disc brakes, rear solid disc brakes SEmissions Bin 5 EPA Federal Emissions Concept S

PZEV - Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle emissions for California OOBD II SORVR - On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery SEVAP standard for Federal SPZEV Zero EVAP standard for California O

Engine 2.5L 150 horsepower, 170 lbs-ft torque, 5 cylinder, in-line, 20V SSide Impact Anti-intrusion side door beams SSteering Power assisted rack and pinion steering SSuspension Independent front McPherson struts, stabilizer bar S

Track correcting torsion beam rear axle with integrated stabilizer bar STraction Control ASR - Anti-Slip Regulation S

EDL - Electronic Differential Lock SEBA - Engine Braking Assist prevents compression-induced skidding in slippery conditions SESP - Electronic Stabilization Program with brake assist S

Transmission 5-speed manual transmission S6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® control and Sport mode OCable shift mechanism - manual transmission only SClutch starter interlock for manual transmission. Vehicle will not start if clutch is not depressed SHydraulic clutch for manual transmission S

WARRANTYAnti-Corrosion 12 year/unlimited distance Limited Warranty against Corrosion Perforation SVehicle Warranty 3 year/36,000 mile (whichever occurs first). New Vehicle Limited

Warranty SROADSIDE ASSISTANCERoadside Assistance 3 year /36,000 mile (whichever occurs first) 24 hour, provided by Road

America SNO-CHARGE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PROGRAMService Program 3 year/36,000 mile (80,000km) (whichever occurs first). New Vehicle Limited Warranty S

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice.

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2009 U.S. New Beetle UpdatesOption ProgramLegend: Published:O Option, at additional charge Last Revised: 12/11/2008

OPTIONS6-speed Automatic with Tiptronic® control and Sport mode OSunroof w/ sunshade O

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice.

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2009 U.S. New BeetleChange PointsLegend: Published:S Standard, at no additional charge O Option, at additional charge Last Revised: 12/11/2008P Part of option package, at additional package charge – Not availableX removed/added to the specific modelEXTERIORColor Delete Platinum Gray Metallic X

Delete Reflex Silver Metallic XAdd Heaven Blue Metallic XAdd Candy White X

INTERIORMats Add floor mats STrim Add leather steering wheel, shift knob, and handbrake lever SOPTIONSPackage Add Cold Weather Package standard SMODEL DEFINITIONNomenclature New trim level naming - New Beetle X

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice.

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2009 U.S. New Beetle UpdatesTechnical Specifications

Published:Last Revised: 12/11/2008

ENGINE

Type 2.5L, 5 cylinder, in-lineBore 3.25 in 82.5 mmStroke 3.65 in 92.8 mmDisplacement 151.3 in3 2,480 cm3

Compression Ratio 9.5 : 1Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm 150 @ 5,000 (110 kW @ 5,000)Maximum torque, lbs - ft @ rpm 170 @ 3,750 (228 Nm @ 3,750)Fuel Requirement Regular unleadedFiring Order 1-2-4-5-3

ENGINE DESIGN

Arrangement Front mounted, transverseCylinder Block Cast ironCrank Shaft Steel, six main bearingsCylinder Head Aluminum alloy, cross flowValve Train

Cooling SystemLubrication external gear pump, chain driven, oil coolerFuel / Air Supply Sequential multi-point fuel injection (Motronic)Emissions

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Alternator - V/A 14/140Battery - V/Ah 12/60Ignition Digital electronic, with two knock sensors

DRIVE TRAIN

Drive train Front wheel driveManual Automatic

Transmission Gear Ratios:1 1st 3.78 4.042nd 2.12 2.373rd 1.36 1.564th 1.03 1.165th 0.84 0.856th -- 0.67Reverse 3.60 3.19Final I 3.65 3.87

CAPACITIES

Engine Oil (with filter) 6.3 qt 6.0 LFuel Tank 14.5 gal 55.0 LCooling System 10.0 qt 9.5 LWiper Fluid 2.0 qt 1.9 L

STEERING

Type Rack and pinion, power assistedTurns (lock to lock) 3.04Turning Circle (curb to curb) 35.8 ft 10.9 mRatio 15.6 : 1

Double overhead camshaft, chain driven with automatic tensioner, four valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, single coil valve springsWater cooled, water pump, cross flow radiator, double electric PWM controlled

Bin 5 EPA Federal Emissions Concept, PZEV emissions concept for California, OBD II, ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery), EVAP (enhanced evaporation system) standards for USA, 3-way catalytic converter. Two oxygen sensors for Bin 5 and three for PZEV

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice.

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2009 U.S. New Beetle UpdatesTechnical Specifications

Published:Last Revised: 12/11/2008

INTERIOR VOLUME - SAE

EPA Class Sub-CompactSeating Capacity FourPassenger Volume 81 ft 2.3 m Cargo Volume 12 ft 0.3 m Cargo Volume with rear seat folded 27.1 ft 0.77 m

Volume 46.0 ft 1.30 m 35.1 ft 1.00 m Head Room 38.2 in 970.3 mm 36.7 in 932.2 mmShoulder Room 52.8 in 1,341 mm 49.3 1,252 mmLeg Room 39.4 in 1,001 mm 33.5 in 851 mm

BODY, CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION

Type Unitized construction, bolt-on front fendersFront Suspension

Rear Suspension

Service Brakes

Anti Lock Braking System Standard, all four wheels, 3-chanel with electronic brake pressure distributionParking Brake Mechanical, effective on rear wheelsWheels/Tires

Drag Coefficient .38

DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase 98.8 in 2,508 mmFront Track 59.4 in 1,508 mmRear Track 58.8 in 1,494 mmLength 161.1 in 4,091 mmWidth 67.9 in 1,724 mmHeight 59.0 in 1,498 mmGround Clearance 4.6 in 118 mm

WEIGHTS Manual Automatic

Curb Weight 2884 lbs 1,308 kg 2965 lb 1345 kgFront 1852 lbs 840 kg 1922 lb 872 kgRear 1032 lbs 468 kg 1043 lb 473 kg

Payload 772 lbs 350 kg 772 lb 350 kg

FUEL CONSUMPTION Manual Automatic

City mpgHighway mpg

PERFORMANCE Manual Automatic

0-60 mph 8.4 seconds 8.6 secondsTop Speed 125 mph1 125 mph1

1 Electronically limited

6.5J X 16'' alloy wheels205/55 R16 H, all season tires

Power assisted, dual circuit, vented 280 x 22 mm front discs and 232 x 9 mmsolid rear discs

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice.

2028

2029

Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers,23 mm integrated stabilizer barIndependent torsion beam axle, coil springs, telescopic gas pressurizedshock absorbers, 18 mm stabilizer bar

Front Rear

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Order Guide & Pricing 2009 New Beetle

Engine Transmission Model Codes PZEV *

Model CodesRetail

5-speed manual 1C15R4 1C15Z4 18,290$ 6-speed tiptronic 1C15RA 1C15ZA 19,390$

700$

Trim Level Option Code RetailPS2 $ 1,000 QV0 (375)$

Trim Level Option Code RetailNCD $ 99 NBM $ 110 NBS $ 399

NCT $ 1,350

NTO N/C

Effective: 2/18/2009

MODELS

Destination Charge (subject to change, add to all orders)

Option

Trim and Package

2.5L New Beetle

STANDARD FEATURES

2.5L 150 HP

Sport Alloy Silver - (4) 17" Goal Silver Alloy Wheel Package Upgrade with 225/45/R17 91H all-season tires. This option includes return of the Take-Off wheels to Dealer.

All

AVAILABLE PACKAGES AND STAND ALONE OPTIONS

* Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle specific to PZEV (CA,CT,MA,ME,NY,PA,RI,VT,NJ,WA,OR) and Contiguous (AZ,DE,OH,ID,NH,NV,WV,MD) States

Includes: 16" Mali Alloy Wheels with All-Season Tires; V-Tex interior; in-dash CD player with MP3 compatibility and Aux-in; Sirius ™ Satellite Radio; CD changer preparation (trunk); "Easy Entry" front seat; Heatable front seats and heated washer nozzles; Leather steering wheel, brake handle, and shift knob; Manual air conditioning; Cruise control; Adjustable, front center armrest with integrated storage box; Front floor mats; ESP, ASR, EDL, EBD, ABS, TPMS.

2.5L

Power sunroof - Power Tilt and Sliding

No Take Off wheels included with vehicle

Rubber Mats (set of 4)

Sirius® Radio Delete Credit Not Orderable

MARKET DELIVERY OPTIONSAccessory

6-Disc CD Changer - Mounted in cargo area Not Available with IPA

2.5L

Rear Spoiler - Not Available in Heaven Blue

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NTO N/CIPA $ 250

Trims Colors CodeA1A18U8UB4B4V1V1R2R2T1T14Y4Y

Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice. Some items may be unavailablewhen vehicle is built. Prices exclude destination charges, registration and retail delivery charges

CANDY WHITEHARVEST MOON BEIGEHEAVEN BLUE METALLICSUNFLOWER YELLOW

LLLLAll

LNSALSA RED - LL

LN - LN - LN

Black Cream

LNBLACK LLLNGECKO GREEN METALLIC LL

No Take Off - wheels included with vehicle

V-Tex

MODEL EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR COLOR

Premium iPod® Adapter Not Available with NCD