Volkswagen India starts to take bookings for new Beetle
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Editor Garipoint
Volkswagen has started to take bookings for new Beetle at Rs. 1 lakh in India

Booking of 2016 Beetle is open with booking price Rs. 1 lakh and it is expected to launch by end of this year. Earlier Beetle made its way into India in 2009 but didn't quite make a mark during that time.

The 2016 Beetle will be powered by 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine producinig 148bhp with a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox. It comes with many features like Bi-Xenon headlamps, Panoramic Sunroof, 16-inch alloy wheels, keyless access and push button start, and 8 speaker infotainment-system.

Inside, the seats, gearshift knob, handbrake lever, steering wheel are upholstered in leather. Available in 4 color options. The car features panoramic sunroof, height adjustable front seats and lumbar support with heating options. Electronic ORVMs, auto rain and light sensors, cruise control, and much more.

Beetle comes with many safety features like 6-airbags, Hill hold functions, ESC, ABS, Anti-slip Regulation (ASR), EDL (Electronic Differential Lock). 

The 2016 elegant Beetle will be imported to India as a CBU and is expected to be priced at about Rs. 22-25 lakh.