| Overview The 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle is a sub-compact car affectionately called "The Bug" by car lovers. It stands out for its iconic look, assured road manners, and excellent German engineering. The 2010 New Beetle is offered in a coupe-styled hatchback and convertible body styles with a long list of warranties.
Powertrain and Performance All 2010 New Beetle models are powered by a standard 150-horsepower 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder engine. Power is transmitted to the front wheels of the coupe through a standard five-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic. Only a six-speed automatic transmission is offered on the convertible.
Estimated fuel economy of the 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle convertible (with manual transmission) is 20/28 mpg (City/Highway) and 1 mpg more on freeways for coupes with automatic transmission.
All 2010 New Beetle vehicles sold in California meet the partial zero-emissions vehicle (PZEV) emissions standard.
Build and Styling The 2010 New Beetle is based on the old Golf platform of Volkswagen. The exterior gets the typical sloping headlamps, arched roofline, and big round tail lights of its predecessor. The two-door four-passenger 2010 New Beetle convertible has a semi-automatic power-folding soft top. Automatic door locks; keyless entry operated through key fob; daytime running lights; 16-inch alloy wheels; and two-speed windshield wipers with variable intermittent wipe are noteworthy standard features.
The inside of the 2010 New Beetle is well-equipped with comfort amenities such as front dual reclining heated bucket seats with adjustable seat height and headrests; rear bench seat with adjustable headrests; tilt/telescoping steering wheel; air-conditioning; illuminated and lockable glovebox; cruise control; front dual door mounted storage; auxiliary audio jack; and premium AM/FM Radio with sound system, 10 speakers, and satellite radio.
Safety Features The 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle comes with innumerable standard safety gadgets that provide maximum protection in the event of an accident. Multiple airbags; four-wheel anti-lock brake system with electronic brake pressure distribution; anti-intrusion side door beams; emergency safety belt locking; lower anchors and tethers for children; safety belt load limiters and pre-tensioners; and tire pressure monitoring system are significant safety devices available on all 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle versions. The convertible gets a rollover protection system as well |
