GALLERY: Volkswagen Beetle Club Edition – 50 units

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Here’s something that’s bound to stand out – the Volkswagen Beetle Club Edition has been previewed at the Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week to mark the brand’s inaugural collaboration with said event. Firstly, there are no mechanical changes whatsoever, the Beetle Club Edition is merely a cosmetic exercise.

Also, the Volkswagen Beetle Club Edition does not take after the concept adopted by the Jetta Club Edition – this one is slightly more comprehensive compared to the Jetta, which eschews exterior upgrades altogether. First off, the Beetle Club Edition gets painted in a bright hue known as Habanero Orange Metallic.

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Aside from that, its side mirrors are now finished in black while 17-inch Sterling Silver ‘Ravenna’ alloy wheels, wrapped in 215/55 Continental tyres, are to be found. Accompanying the new wheels are custom ‘Club’ decals that run in parallel to the side skirts.

Under the bonnet, the Volkswagen Beetle Club Edition retains the same turbocharged 1.2 litre TSI four-cylinder engine with 105 PS and 175 Nm of torque. Said mill is mated to a seven-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission. Stepping inside reveals a black interior, offset with ‘Calypso Orange’ accents and stitching.

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Other changes include a ‘Twist Wave Dark’ cubic film applied over the dash and centre console to provide a faux carbon-inspired look while the multifunction steering wheel itself features a ‘Club’ insignia on the bottom spoke. A touchscreen head unit with Composition Media system is featured.

Prices for the Volkswagen Beetle Club Edition remain undisclosed for now but what we can tell you is that it is limited to only 50 units.The last limited-run Beetle (200 units), dubbed the Bug Edition, was priced at RM146,888 – don’t expect the Club to stray far from the RM150k mark, then.

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Gregory Sze

An “actor” by training, Gregory Sze realised that he has had enough of drama in his life. Following his number one passion (acting was actually number two), he decided to make the jump into the realm of automotive journalism. He appreciates the simple things in life – a simple car with nothing but back-to-basics mechanical engineering and minimal electronics on board.

 

Comments

  • what? BORING.

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  • skatax on Aug 13, 2015 at 5:44 pm

    overpriced and under-specced. but still, it has brand image.

    wait, what brand image?

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  • sudonano (Member) on Aug 13, 2015 at 5:55 pm

    To be honest, it doesn’t look half as bad. I find it better looking than the Jetta Club.

    But, let’s be honest, they seem to be getting desperate to move units, with all these special editions…

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  • VW_rocks on Aug 13, 2015 at 8:17 pm

    Feel sad for the Beetle. It suppose to be “classic” type of ride rather than being funny. Look closer to that sport rims, wing mirror, door handles and gear nob. Just so “meh” and “commercialize”. Trust me, you won’t feel like you are driving a “Beetle”.

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  • Das Autar on Aug 13, 2015 at 9:40 pm

    Yeah right! Welcome to the Visit Workshop club! Quickly go and get one, it’s awesome experience in their service center!

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  • Another 50 dead bug in M’sia death club

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  • i don’t see the point…

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  • This is a boring car. Can’t VW come out something special, not only add up the body kit or interior. Do something to the engine. 1.2L is really under power and over price. This cutie should have at least 180bhp under the bonnet. I used to be a VW supporter but since last 2 yrs I don’t quite like the model now. Please come out something new.

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