This 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is a four-passenger soft-top convertible that comes with the performance-oriented 2.0L Turbo engine. With its updated styling, upscale interior, and six speed manual transmission, it is a top choice for fans of wind-in-your-hair motoring.
Engine
The engine is the iconic 2.0L four cylinder that now, with the Turbo option, cranks an extremely healthy 200 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque. However, the fuel economy is even more impressive, surpassing those of the base model with 21 City and 30 Hwy MPG. The easily shifting six-speed manual transmission rates as one of the best of its type.
Driving
The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible is an enjoyable car to drive, particularly with the Turbo engine under the hood. It handles very solidly, especially with the sport-tuned suspension that underpins the Turbo model.
Safety
Standard safety features include antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control and combination head/thorax front side airbags. Also, standard are roll bars behind the rear seats that pop up in a fraction of a second in a crash.
Interior
The bucket seats are comfortable with excellent bolstering and ample legroom. As with most VW models, the workmanship and materials here are top-notch. Large gauges, buttons and rotary knobs are easy to see and intuitive to use.
A noteworthy characteristic of this model is that the soft top now folds lower atop the rear deck, that improves rear visibility considerably. The convertible top folds down in less than 10 seconds.
The trunk has 7.1 cubic feet of space, that can be expanded by flipping down one or both halves of the 50/50-split rear seatbacks.
