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Automatic Door Locks
Once a VW hits eight miles per hour, the doors automatically lock. This helps to keep the passengers safe inside the cabin of the VW. Just pull the handle twice to unlock the doors, or press the unlock button.
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Convertible Top
Unlike most convertible tops, the New Beetle Convertible has a glass rear window that features a defrost function to help keep visibility clear, so you can always see the smiles you're generating.
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Exterior Signal Mirrors
The side view mirrors have the blinkers built right into them. This helps vehicles to the left or right of you know when you're turning or changing lanes much more easily. And as an added bonus, it's easier to spot when you've left your blinker on.
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Galvanized Body
All of the body panels on the New Beetle Convertible are built with fully galvanized steel. Which helps prevent rust or whatever else may be caused by unknown city sludge.
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Heated Washer Nozzles
What good are washer nozzles if they are frozen closed? Your washer nozzles on your VW heat up to keep ice from forming over them.
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Timeless Design
The New Beetle Convertible's iconic round shape doesn't just give it a spacious feeling; it actually gives added strength and rigidity for safety. And just like a concert hall, it makes for fantastic acoustics.
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10-Speaker Stereo
The VW radio comes equipped with 10 speakers. Plus, it comes with an in-dash CD player that can read the MP3 format. Want your iPod® to join the party? Just plug it into the auxiliary jack located on the dash.
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Auxiliary Input Jack
This little hole makes your VW a lot cooler. The auxiliary input is located right next to the radio in your New Beetle Convertible. You can plug in your iPod® and listen to it through your New Beetle Convertible's stereo.
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Deformable Steering Column
The deformable steering column is designed to actually collapse upon impact to help prevent injuries to the driver. Think pirate's spyglass.
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Heatable Front Seats
Keep warm on cool nights or freezing mornings. With five different settings you'll be sure to find your comfort zone, whether that's warm or super toasty.
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Immobilizer III
Part of the theft deterrent system, this system will allow the vehicle to start only if a key with the appropriate digital coding is inserted into the ignition. If anything without that coding is inserted into the ignition, the immobilizer disables the ignition and your VW cannot be started.
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Key Fob
Thanks to selective unlocking, you can choose to unlock the driver side or all doors when you press the unlock button. Use the panic button for safety or to find your car in a crowded lot. Plus, you can put the windows down or up by holding the key in either direction while it's in the door lock cylinder. If the key can do this, imagine what the rest of the car is like.
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150hp Engine
Chances are a 2.5L, 170lbs.-ft torque, 20 Valve DOHC, in-line five cylinder engine is more than you'll ever need. That's why we put it there.
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Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
Anti-slip regulation - Helps prevent wheel slippage at all speeds. Denies engine power in situations when wheel slip is detected. So, balance and equal traction are never compromised.*
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*Obey all speed and traffic laws.
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Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP®)
In conjunction with the ABS, ASR and EDL, plus additional sensors, the Electronic Stabilization Program helps the driver maintain their intended course during evasive maneuvering, like avoiding an accident, by applying brake pressure to specific wheels.
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Euro-tuned Suspension
German engineered to keep the New Beetle Convertible straight and steady while absorbing the usual bumps and hiccups the road throws your way.
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Six-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic®
In automatic mode, you can drive as usual. In Tiptronic® mode, you can choose when you change gears. It is literally the best of both worlds.
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Front Vented Disc Brakes
Yet another upgraded safety feature VW chooses to offer standard that others don't even offer. When you push the brake pedal, pads squeeze both sides of the disc, creating heat. Our vented brake rotors are designed for autobahn speeds and can more effectively dissipate heat. When mated to the most effective ABS platform available to date, braking confidence is a standard feature.
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
ABS stands for the Anti-lock Brake System. It's an electronically regulated hydraulic braking system, which helps prevent the vehicle from sliding under hard braking by preventing wheel lock-up. ABS, some say it means Always Brake Safely.
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Automatic Rollover Protection
Underneath the back headrests are two hidden steel beams that immediately deploy as soon as a rollover is detected, to help minimize the risk of injury in the event of a rollover.
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Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Every VW is equipped with Daytime Running Lights. After all, research proves they improve driver visibility in oncoming traffic during the day. And no need to worry about turning them on, your friendly neighborhood VW will take care of it for you.
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Four Airbags
Airbags* are passive safety features that are found in every VW. They're activated in certain types of vehicle collisions when sensors trigger their deployment in just milliseconds. Safe Happens.
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*Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age.
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Height Adjustable Telescopic Steering Wheel
If it's easier for you to reach everything, it's easier for you to drive more safely. This feature gives you a custom fit, while allowing the airbag* to be placed in the best possible position for you. Literally, and figuratively. Also, the steering column is designed to collapse like a telescope to help reduce impact on impact.
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*Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
A sensor built into the valve stem of each tire reads the air pressure, alerting you on your instrument panel when the pressure in one or more of your tires is too low. It only makes sense - properly inflated tires make the vehicle both safer and more fuel-efficient.
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