LexFather

he new New Beetle is due to appear in spring 2011 and will, like its predecessor, be built in Puebla, Mexico. It will adopt suspension components from the last-generation Golf. U.S. buyers will choose from three familiar engines: a 2.5-liter five-cylinder (170 hp), a 2.0-liter turbo unit (200 hp), and a 2.0-liter turbo-diesel (140 hp). Transmission choices will include manuals and dual-clutch automatics with up to seven speeds.

The new version grows by 3.5 inches in length and sports a flatter roofline, a more upright windshield, a wider track, and a reduced front overhang. The extended rear end accommodates a larger cargo area, and the roomier passenger compartment offers more headroom. The overall shape is reminiscent of the Ragster concept from the 2005 Detroit auto show. The cabriolet retains the old-fashioned stacked roof (when lowered). A speedster spin-off is under consideration for the midcycle update.
http://www.automobilemag.com/feature...tle/index.html

Faymester

I *think* this is an improvement.

RXSF

i dont like it. it looks like a beetle and a fiat 500 had a baby

pagemaster

Looks sporty....Kind of reminds me of the TT

madoka

Anyone else think it looks like a WWII German helmet on wheels?

I8ABMR

WOW its about time. I new someone who had one back in 2001. They have not done a thing to entice buyer to continue buying up these little cars. Its in really bad need of a refresh and a few new power plant options. A turbo with some ***** would be a great start

PhilipMSPT

iTrader: (5)

This may actually turn away potential buyers and anger conservative enthusiasts.

The Beetle has distinction. This new design numbs it of that distinction...

MR_F1

I like that look. They need to put the engine back where it belongs.

Fizzboy7

I don't think that will be it. The Beetle, in order to be a Beetle, needs to have the bubble roof, not something more conventional. I recall a while back VW mentioned they will keep it looking "traditional." But then again they also claimed we'd have a new Beetle three years ago.

tmf2004

iTrader: (15)

Looks pretty good.. The extended rear makes a huge difference..

jadu

iTrader: (42)

wtf flatter roofline?!

oh well, it's about time they change up the design. I remember seeing my first new beetle back in 98 or so

Big Andy

Getting dangerously close to the execrable Chrysler PT Cruiser around the rear three quarters.

Alexis-LS

^^^
And you are right, more like a PT cruiser now.

Hil

iTrader: (61)

Blah.. not feeling it

montgb

iTrader: (7)

I like the design. I definitely see some A3 in there.