The Volkswagen Beetle is a front-wheel drive, four-seat hatchback powered by either a 170-hp 2.5-liter inline-five cylinder or a 200-hp turbocharged four-cylinder. Transmission choices include a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic for the 2.5L, and a six-speed manual or six-speed DSG with the 2.0T. Safety features include front and side-impact airbags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitoring system, and daytime running lights.After skipping the 2011 model year, the Beetle is back and completely redesigned from top to bottom.
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2012 Volkswagen Beetle
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.5L I-5 / 170 HP / 177 ft.lbs.
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
22 / 31 / 26 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
4
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 2.5L I-5 / 170 HP / 177 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 22 / 31 / 26 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Semi-independent Torsion Beam Beam |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $55 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 29.9 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 85 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 168.4 " |
Exterior Width | 71.2 " |
Exterior Height | 58.5 " |
Front Headroom | 39.4 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.1 " |
Front Legroom | 41.3 " |
Rear Legroom | 31.4 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 55.3 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 49.0 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 2,939 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 100 " |
Turning Radius | 17.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 2 Doors |
Wheels | 17.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone / Clearcoat Monotone With Stripe / Metallic Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer Iii |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months / Unlimited Miles |
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Used 2012 Volkswagen Beetle for Sale
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2.5L PZEV
Color: Gray
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Mileage
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