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Summary. This document presents a review of the Volkswagen Beetle. The vehicle tested was a 2008 VW Beetle rental car (from Enterprise) with 35,000 miles on it.
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Features. The most noteable features of the vehicle are:
- Sport Mode (automatic transmission only) provides computer controlled shifting for maximum performance and very quick acceleration from 0 to 80
- Manual Shift option with Automatic Transmission provides even greater control
- Small exterior for easy parking and maneuvering, yet roomy interior provides comfortable seating for all passengers
- Nice handling
- Power mirrors
- Cruise control
- Adjustable steering wheel
- Front seats fold forward and lift up for easy access to back seat
- Front seats can be raised and lowered
- Back seats fold down for extra roomy rear storage
- Polished interior door surface resists wear and looks like new even after 35,000 miles of rental fleet driving
- Constructed of high-grade materials
- Good view of surroundings for driver and all riders
- Tight turning radius
- front passenger seat folds forward providing huge storage space for hauling longer oversized and large cargo.
Video. Below are three videos highlighting some of the features of the VW Beetle.