2011 VW Beetle – A First Look
Volkswagen’s classic Beetle hasn’t changed much since the car first rolled off German assembly lines during World War II. But fans of the little bug don’t seem to mind, why change perfection? The next generation of VW’s tiny masterpiece keeps its cuteness on the outside while sexing it up underneath the bonnet.
The 2011 VW Beetle seems to be heading in a similar direction as Volkswagen’s Up! concept: small and sporty, with a lowered roof to take on less wind resistance. Of course, if you’re measuring close to 6′ tall you may want to go for a convertible version. 2011 will bring a less curvy/bulky Beetle onto dealer lots, showing off a more sporty look, which will be backed up by what leaked statements from the auto maker call “a wide range of engine options.”
Rumors claim the next generation Volkswagen Beetle will have a two and extended four seater variation, possibly spinning off into two separate car models. A leaked interior shot (below) shows off a flashier dash along with futuristic steering wheel and gauges. Sorry to say there doesn’t seem to be a place around the instrument panel for flowers. Keep you eyes out for more official press drops from VW, and enjoy more of the supposed leaked pictures of their 2011 Beetle below.
Herbie, is that you?
looks owesome ,great,fantastic i am a fan of them i was a former owner of a 1971 and right now i have a 1999.
Come on fellas. The photos are of the 2005 Ragster concept which was shelved by none other than the awful VOA and not of the VWup!/Beetle concept floating around the internet. VOA should’ve built the Ragster as an alternative to the cute but round beetle. I would’ve bought one with a 225 horse 1.8T and a six speed box. The Ragster just oozed cool. To bad it will never happen now. Another one bites the dust, courtesy of the stuck in reverse VOA.
If VW doesn’t introduce a Turb-charged V-6 or Inline 5,
No buy by me. I’ll keep renewing my 2004 Convertible GLS 1.8T
Puts out 235 Horses.
Dick
I love it!
I had an 03 convertible then went to a 07 E0S Presently an 09 EOS.
I will be a 2011 owner of a convertible.