2007 Changes
• More visible location for the Audio Auxiliary input• Revised wheel finish for 16' alloy wheels
• Revised stitching on leatherette seats resulting in a different look
• Roof trim guides from body color to black
• Deletion of 1.9L TDI engine; All-new Diesel Technology forthcoming for CY 2008
• Special model planned
Color Changes
• New exterior sedan and convertible
– Black (leatherette, leather) / Laser Blue (leatherette, leather)
• New exterior convertible
– Sunflower (leatherette, leather) / Gecko Green (leatherette, leather)Source - Volkswagen
KIPLINGER'S NAMES NEW BEETLE ‘BEST IN CLASS'
The 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has been named the best car under $18,000 by Kiplinger's Personal Finance. The car, which was refreshed for 2006, received the top scores in its class, and the magazine acknowledged the enhanced engine and standard stability control.The 2006 New Beetle comes standard with a more powerful new 2.5 liter, five-cylinder engine that creates 150 horsepower. Another significant technical update is standard traction control with Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP).
Styling changes for the 2006 New Beetle include bolder, slightly sharper bodylines, especially at the wheel wells and bumpers that are tailored for a more modern overall impression. New details include a larger, more oval headlight treatment, new taillights, and new bumper designs; inside, the freshening involves a new instrument cluster design with chrome applications to the instruments and also the air vents.
The New Beetle evokes times past yet remains timeless, still stirring the emotions and communicating with owners, drivers and everyone who sees it. The 2006 New Beetle remains distinctive, unique and recognizable, but with a more powerful appearance and a more powerful base engine.Source - VolkswagenSimilarly Sized Vehicles
from 2007
Volkswagen Monthly Sales Volume
March 2023
67,853
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