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2008 Volkswagen Beetle
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[Edit] Not much changed for the Volkswagen New Beetle in 2008. Marketed as a modern interpretation of the original Beetle, this model comes in coupe and convertible versions. The New Beetle comes in 12 trims and sports a 2.5-liter, 150-hp inline five-cylinder engine.
Gas mileage comes out to around 20 mpg in the city and 28 on the highway. All trims have 2 doors and seat 4 passengers. Convertibles have a max cargo capacity of 5 cubic feet, while coupes have a roomier 27 cubic feet.
With solid steering, good gas mileage, and a tasteful blend of old and new, drivers like this re-interpretation of the original Beetle. On the other hand, maybe Volkswagen should have added some more horses to the powertrain. Regardless, if you've got love for a truly old school foreign import, the '08 New Beetle could make it worth your while to drive.
Gas mileage comes out to around 20 mpg in the city and 28 on the highway. All trims have 2 doors and seat 4 passengers. Convertibles have a max cargo capacity of 5 cubic feet, while coupes have a roomier 27 cubic feet.
With solid steering, good gas mileage, and a tasteful blend of old and new, drivers like this re-interpretation of the original Beetle. On the other hand, maybe Volkswagen should have added some more horses to the powertrain. Regardless, if you've got love for a truly old school foreign import, the '08 New Beetle could make it worth your while to drive.
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Last post on Apr 18, 2008 at 10:53:26 AM
Recommend a site related to the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle!
- User Reviews... autos.yahoo.com
- U.S. News likes the '08 Beetle Convertible's handling, easy-to-use folding top, and details, but wants more cargo room, better views out the back, and more horsepower... usnews.rankingsandreviews.com
- Steve Purdy calls the '08 Beetle S with manual transmission well-equipped, well-powered, and well-provisioned for safety, but finds the trunk small & inconvenient and the shifter poorly positioned... www.theautochannel.com
- Road test of the '08 Beetle S coupe and convertible finds both above average for their class in ride quality and quietness, but wishes for more rear-seat room and better visibility... consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com
- Marty Padgett takes a look at what's new in the 2008 Beetle: new wheels, tire pressure monitor, temporary spare, stability control, traction control, and ABS brakes... www.thecarconnection.com
2008 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications
| SE PZEV Convertible | S PZEV | SE | S Convertible | S PZEV Convertible | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original MSRP | $25,625 | $17,365 | $20,440 | $23,125 | $23,125 |
| Engine | 2.5L 150 hp I5 | 2.5L 150 hp I5 | 2.5L 150 hp I5 | 2.5L 150 hp I5 | 2.5L 150 hp I5 |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 150 @ 5000 | 150 @ 5000 | 150 @ 5000 | 150 @ 5000 | 150 @ 5000 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 170 @ 3750 | 170 @ 3750 | 170 @ 3750 | 170 @ 3750 | 170 @ 3750 |
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive | N/A | Std. | N/A | Std. | Std. |
| 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Std. | Opt. | Std. | Opt. | Opt. |
| City MPG | 20 | N/A | N/A | 20 | 20 |
| Highway MPG | 28 | N/A | N/A | 28 | 28 |
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| S | SE PZEV | SE Convertible | |||
| Original MSRP | $17,365 | $20,440 | $25,625 | ||
| Engine | 2.5L 150 hp I5 | 2.5L 150 hp I5 | 2.5L 150 hp I5 | ||
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 150 @ 5000 | 150 @ 5000 | 150 @ 5000 | ||
| Torque (@rpm) | 170 @ 3750 | 170 @ 3750 | 170 @ 3750 | ||
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive | Std. | N/A | N/A | ||
| 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive | Opt. | Std. | Std. | ||
| City MPG | N/A | N/A | 20 | ||
| Highway MPG | N/A | N/A | 28 | ||
| Seating | 4 | 4 | 4 | ||
| 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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