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Evocative styling and Golf IV underpinnings. Better handling from 2002 model year onwards. V5 is a hoot to drive.

Cramped rear seats and limited luggage room. Difficult to park. You pay a premium for its looks. Dull drive before 2002 model year.

Introduction

Latest Update VW Beetle 1998-2011: Warranty on DSG extended to 5 years or 150,000 kilometres in Russia, China and Australia. 

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Last updated 8 May 2013
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