2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Classic 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Classic is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.8L TSI in-line L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 170 hp @ 6200 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Classic has cargo capacity of 200 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1455 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Classic has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front McPherson suspension while the rear suspension is Independant rear suspension. The car also features a It has 17-inch Heritage alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 186 N.m of torque and a top speed of 203 km/h. The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Classic accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16.6 seconds. Fuel consumption is 9.6 L/100km in the city and 7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 27,390

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The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle stakes out a pleasant middle ground among the few retro-themed hatchbacks that we consider its competition. It's stylish but also very functional and easy to drive. If you're seeking a fun retromobile in that Goldilocks zone, the VW Beetle should be on your short list.

In comparison, the Mini Cooper has plenty of charm, but it's more expensive than a similarly appointed Beetle. There's also the Fiat 500, which is quite a bit less expensive, but its build quality and performance could lead to disappointment.

This year, the Beetle returns with only a few minor changes. The more typical trim levels remain, bolstered by a few models to keep things interesting. The new #PinkBeetle (not associated with Breast Cancer Awareness organizations) brings a funky fucshia paint job and quaint plaid interior, the returning Dune harkens back to the Baja Bugs of the 1970s, and the 2.0T R-Line should appeal to more performance-oriented drivers.

Thankfully, the charm and personality of the 2017 Beetle don't mean you need to sacrifice elsewhere. It's plenty capable, comfortable and convenient. The bigger concern may be price — the Beetle does cost a bit more than some of its other retro-themed rivals, but it likely won't be so great as to kill a deal. With seven available trim levels, there's probably one in your budget.

The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle two-door hatchback is available in seven trim levels, starting with the 1.8T S and then climbing to the 1.8T Classic, 1.8 SE, a new #PinkBeetle limited edition, 1.8T Dune, 1.8 SEL and 2.0T R-Line SEL. The 1.8 models (including the #PinkBeetle) are powered by a turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine (170 horsepower, 184 pound-feet of torque) while the 2.0T R-Line receives a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine (210 hp, 207 lb-ft). A six-speed automatic transmission is standard except on the 2.0T R-Line, which receives a quicker-shifting six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

For the most part, successive trim levels add more comfort and technology features, but even the base 1.8T S comes with a solid list of standard items. The real outlier is the 2.0T R-Line model that has a greater focus on performance.

Standard feature highlights for the base 1.8T S trim include 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, heated mirrors, a rear spoiler, cruise control, air conditioning, cloth upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, 50/50-split folding rear seats, a rearview camera, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a 5-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth phone and streaming audio, and an eight-speaker CD player with auxiliary and USB input.

The 1.8T Classic adds 17-inch wheels, cloth-and-imitation leather upholstery, lumbar adjustments for the front seats, heated front seats, VW Car-Net smartphone integration, a 6.3-inch touchscreen, a navigation system, and satellite and HD radio. This model does not come with the automatic headlights or the auto-dimming rearview mirror.

Our favorite Beetle is the 1.8T SE. You get the automatic headlights and auto-dimming mirror along with keyless entry and ignition, imitation-leather upholstery and color-adjustable ambient interior lighting. The SE does not include the navigation system, but given the infotainment system's robust smartphone app integration systems, you're unlikely to miss it.

The limited-edition #PinkBeetle is appointed similarly to the 1.8 SE and is only available in a metallic fucshia exterior color. Other additions include xenon headlights, LED running lights and taillights and unique plaid upholstery. The 1.8T Dune model is also similar to the 1.8 SE trim but adds unique exterior styling elements, LED taillights, a slightly raised suspension and cloth/leatherette upholstered sport seats. It does not include the keyless entry/ignition, however.

At the top of the Beetle line is the loaded 1.8 SEL. Compared to the SE, it has 18-inch wheels, a sunroof, front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, dual-zone automatic climate control, the navigation system and a Fender premium audio system.

The Beetle 2.0T R-Line SEL starts with the 1.8T SEL's features and adds 20-inch wheels with summer performance tires, a sport-tuned suspension, xenon headlights, foglights with cornering lights, a sunroof, unique exterior and interior styling treatments, shift paddles mounted to the steering wheel and leather upholstery.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune (turbo 1.8L inline-4 | 6-speed automatic | FWD)

NOTE: This test was conducted on the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T Dune, which differs from other 1.8T Beetles by the nature of its taller ride height and wider track that will likely affect handling and ride comfort. Our other findings remain broadly applicable to other Beetle models.

Depending on which turbocharged gasoline engine you choose, the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle feels like a peppy go-kart or a racy coupe. The standard engine for all but the R-Line is VW’s 170-horsepower, 1.8-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that delivers both good acceleration and fuel economy. If you’re seeking GTI-like acceleration, the R-Line’s 210-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo can deliver it. While the R-Line’s stiffer suspension provides better handling, it’s not too stiff. Overall, the Beetle returns a softer ride than the Mini Cooper or Fiat 500, and its interior is quieter and more comfortable. At freeway speeds, the Beetle feels stable and solid, returning the kind of ride and handling more commonly associated with a midsize sedan. Though slightly higher-riding, the Beetle Dune feels nearly similar to the standard model. The manual transmission has been dropped for 2017, but both the traditional 6-speed automatic in 1.8-liter models and 6-speed dual-clutch in the R-Line are well-matched.

RETRO LOOKS We still like the muscled-up yet familiar exterior styling of this current-gen VW Beetle. This design that replaced the New Beetle in 2012 remains fresh to our eyes, and now offers even more distinction with the Dune and #PinkBeetle variants. VALUE STATEMENT The 2017 VW Beetle boasts serious style for the money. It's nearly impossible to find a new car that can match the Beetle's historical significance and iconic design for less than $ 21,000.

In either coupe or convertible form, the 2017 VW Beetle has four seats just like the Mini Cooper Hardtop 2-door and Fiat 500. While the VW's rear seats are roomier, it's still tight for adults. The Beetle's interior is clean and simple with easy-to-use controls and a center armrest. Multiple storage bins hold cell phones and small items. And there's the "kaeferfach" -- or Beetle bin -- an upper, secondary glove box. Coupe models have a hatchback design and surprising cargo space -- 15.4 cubic feet with rear seats upright. Convertibles have less than half that room, and trunk access is rather awkward.

As stated in "Favorite Things," we still like the looks of this emboldened Beetle, even comparing it to its sexy cousin the Audi TT. A rear spoiler adds sporty appeal and a visual break from the rest of the Beetle's mounds of round. Convertible Beetle models have a power-operated folding fabric top and a trunklid instead of the hardtop's liftgate. The Beetle Dune is slightly wider and rides a tad higher. The #PinkBeetle packs a visual wallop with its Fresh Fuchsia Metallic paint. All 1.8-liter VW Beetles get updated front and rear bumpers that aim for aggressiveness like the R-Line variant.

The 2017 VW Beetle lineup spans seven trims, from the base 1.8T S to the 2.0 R-Line SEL. At its most basic, the VW Beetle S coupe arrives with an automatic transmission, cruise control, heated side mirrors, auto-dimming rearview mirror 16-inch alloy wheels, 6-way-manual-adjust front seats and 50/50-split folding rear seats. Entertainment and audio is provided by an 8-speaker AM/FM/CD system with USB and auxiliary inputs, plus Bluetooth connectivity. An SE adds V-Tex Leatherette seating (heated in front), keyless access and an upgraded touch-screen infotainment system with VW's Car-Net app system compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Climbing further up the trim chain, a 2017 Beetle SEL adds panoramic sunroof, navigation, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, automatic dual-zone climate control, Fender premium audio system and rear park-assist system. The top-line 2.0 R-Line model brings the more powerful engine, performance-oriented brakes and suspension, a limited-slip differential, leather interior and 20-inch wheels. There aren't a slew of options for VW's Beetle, but one is a lighting package that brings bright bi-xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights and LED taillights. A technology package for the Dune brings it up to SEL levels of features.

With the formerly available manual transmission axed and the TDI diesel engine gone, the VW Beetle's powertrain offerings are further limited for 2017. Most Beetles, including the Dune and all convertibles, use a 1.8-liter turbocharged engine that most buyers will find plenty adequate for highway cruising and zipping around the city. The Beetle R-Line uses a more robust 2.0-liter turbo, but the step up in performance comes at a substantial cost (see Pricing Notes, below). Both engines are linked to 6-speed automatic transmissions, with the R-Line using VW's DSG twin-clutch. The turbo gasoline engine in 1.8-liter models can run on regular unleaded; premium is recommended in the R-Line. 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-4 170 horsepower @ 4,800 rpm 184 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 24/33 mpg (standard coupe & convertible), 24/31 mpg (Beetle Dune coupe & convertible) 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 210 horsepower @ 5,300 rpm 207 lb-ft of torque @ 1,700 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 23/29 mpg Note: Due to changes in EPA testing to more effectively reflect real-world conditions, some 2017 models show slightly lower fuel-economy scores than their 2016 versions.

The 2017 VW Beetle has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just under $ 21,000 for the S trim coupe, and it offers impressive content, including an automatic transmission. The SE coupe is even more recommendable, starting just over $ 23,000. SEL variants begin closer to $ 27,000, while the #PinkBeetle will capture plenty of attention for under $ 23,000, and the Beetle Dune makes its own statement for under $ 25,000. 2017 Beetle Convertible models begin over $ 25,000. The top-line R-Line model, available only as a coupe, has a starting price that jumps to over $ 33,000, making it a tougher value proposition. The Beetle's base price remains slightly below that of the Mini Cooper 2-door. It is above that of the Fiat 500, but that subcompact is less recommendable. Before buying, be sure to check the Fair Purchase Price to see what others are paying in your area, and keep in mind that the Beetle's resale value is not especially strong.

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