The All-New 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Roars Into Cardinaleway Volkswagen

Oct. 19, 2011 - PRLog -- CORONA, CALIFORNIA – CARDINALEWAY VOLKSWAGEN today welcomes the all-new 2012Beetle to its showroom floor, and hands over the keys to two local OprahWinfrey Show fans who received free 2.5L 2012 Beetles as giveaways on Winfrey’s“Ultimate Favorite Things” episode that aired November 17, 2010.
Redesigned for only the second time in history, the sportier 2012 Beetle is a modern interpretation of the iconic Beetle design. It balances classic beautywith modern edge and no-compromise German engineering, offering enhanced performance and fun-to-drive dynamics that define the Volkswagen drivingexperience. Available 2012 models include the 2.5L Beetle and 2.0L TurboBeetle.
“CARRDINALEWAY VOLKSWAGEN is thrilled to offer Californians one of the most highly anticipated vehicles of the 21st century — we know Beetle fans have beeneagerly waiting for this day,” said Michael Korman, General Manager |CARDINALEWAY VOLKSWAGEN. “Yet, with its fierce and sporty design, extra cargospace and improved fuel economy, the 2012 Beetle is sure to gain a newgeneration of admirers as well.”
The 2012 Beetle was built to perform — it features a lower, more aggressivestance. The increases in width and length allow for better handling andincreased interior space. These modifications complement Beetle’s vintagecharacteristics, including its unique shape. The second skin program allowscustomers to design their 2012 Beetles with an array of accessories forinterior and exterior personalization.
The 2.5L Beetle has a starting MSRP of $18,995 plus destination fees, and comesstandard with a split folding rear seat, aux-in for portable audio players, aleather steering wheel, unique and customizable17-inch alloy wheels, and aneight-speaker audio system. Attractive options include a kaeferfach additional glovebox, Bluetooth® technology, iPod® connectivity, heated front seats, three-color interior ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, 18-inch alloy wheels, theFender® Premium Audio System, and leatherette seating surfaces.
The 2.0L Turbo Beetle, which has a starting MSRP of $23,395, comes standardwith a six-speed manual transmission, with the option of Volkswagen’s DSG©dual-clutch automatic transmission. In addition to the standard equipment foundon the Beetle, this model adds Bluetooth® technology, iPod® connectivity, three-color ambient lighting, larger brakes with red calipers, the kaeferfach additional glovebox, sport seating surfaces, 18-inch alloy wheels, a rearspoiler, foglights, three additional gauges n the dashboard, and alloy pedals. The all-new Beetle is covered under the no-charge Carefree Maintenance Program.All scheduled maintenance is covered for the length of the New VehicleWarranty—three years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
For more information on the 2012 Beetle models, including additional trimoptions, vehicle specifications and images, visit http://media.vw.com/models/beetle.
CARDINALEWAY VOLKSWAGEN
a member of the Cardinale Automotive Group
2603 Wardlow Road Corona, Californoa 92882
( 951 ) 547-1093
www.cardinalewayvw.com
Michael Korman: General ManagerChris Kelly: Manager | Client Relations
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon,Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg,Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger carsand Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Beetle, Eos, Golf, GTI,Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, CC, Tiguan, Touareg and Routan vehiclesthrough approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. All 2012 Volkswagen modelscome standard-equipped with Electronic Stability Control. This is importantbecause the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has calledESC the most effective new vehicle safety technology since the safety belt.Visit Volkswagen of America online at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.
Notes:
This press release and images of the all-new Beetle are available atmedia.vw.com.
“VW”, “Volkswagen”, “VWoA”, and all model names and the Volkswagen logo areregistered trademarks of Volkswagen AG. “Bluetooth” is a registered trademarkof Bluetooth SIG, Inc. “Fender” is a registered trademark of Fender MusicalInstruments Corporation. “iPod” is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.
Features and technical data apply to models offered in the USA. They may differin other countries.
MSRPs exclude taxes, title, transportation, options and dealer charges.

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