The Beetle Welcomes New 1.4-Liter Turbo 'R-Line' | Volkswagen
Volkswagen The Beetle R-Line
New 1.4-Liter TSI Engine Powers the R-Line
Volkswagen Group Japan announced on Wednesday, November 9th, thatThe Beetleit has set the price for the "The Beetle R-Line," equipped with its first 1.4-liter TSI engine, and commenced sales.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
Interior Creates a Cool Black Space, Matching the 2.0 R-Line
At the time of its minor model change in September, which was the first in four years, theThe Beetle"The Beetle." The 2.0-liter turbo previously designated as "R-Line" was renamed "2.0 R-Line." The model adopting the 1.4-liter turbo TSI engine, introduced now, has become the new "R-Line."
The powertrain is the 1.4-liter turbo, the same as found in thePassat"Passat" and "Golf," producing a maximum output of 110 kW (150 ps) and a maximum torque of 250 Nm (25.5 kgm). The transmission is a 7-speed dual-clutch (DSG), combined with a brake energy regeneration system, achieving a JC08 mode fuel economy of 18.3 km/ℓ.
The exterior features redesigned front and rear bumpers, along with 17-inch alloy wheels. The interior adopts the same design as the "2.0 R-Line," creating a unified, cool black space.
Safety features include standard equipment such as "Blind Spot Detection" to monitor rear blind spots and the "Fatigue Detection System" to detect driver fatigue.
Body colors are available in a vibrant range of 8 colors, including Bolt Green Metallic and Stonewashed Blue Metallic, similar to other models. The price is 2,945,000 yen.
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Volkswagen The Beetle R-Line
Body Size | Length 4,285 x Width 1,825 x Height 1,495 mm
Wheelbase | 2,535 mm
Vehicle Weight | 1,340 kg
Engine | 1,394cc Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Intercooled Turbo
Maximum Output | 110 kW (150 ps) / 5,000-6,000 rpm
Maximum Torque | 250 Nm (25.5 kgm) / 1,500-3,500 rpm
Transmission | 7-speed Dual-Clutch (7DSG)
Drivetrain | FF
Fuel Economy (JC08 Mode) | 18.3 km/ℓ
Suspension Front/Rear | MacPherson Strut / 4-Link
Tires Front/Rear | 215/55R17
Seating Capacity | 4 people
Price | 2,945,000 yen
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