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Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI Design

A5 GP · launched May 24 2017 · Hatchback · CBU

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI Design is the entry of 2 Beetle variants, priced at RM 137,620.

Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI Design

Colours — exterior

  • Dark Bronze Metallic
  • Pure White Metallic
  • Tornado Red Metallic
  • White Silver Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Black Pepita Fabric seats

How this variant compares

1.2 TSI Sport costs RM 14,770 more and adds Cruise Control and Paddle Shift.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
8-valve SOHC with direct fuel injection and turbocharger
Capacity
1,197 cc
Horsepower
103 hp
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline
Torque
175 Nm
Fuel
Petrol
Bore
71 mm
Compression Ratio
10.5

Drivetrain

Transmission
Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry)
Transmission Name
7-Speed DSG
Gears
7
Transmission Manufacturer
BorgWarner
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
10.9 seconds
Rated Economy
5.5 L/100 km
Top Speed
180 km/h
Co2
137 g/km

Dimensions

Length
4,278 mm
Doors
3
Width
1,808 mm
Seats
4
Height
1,486 mm
Boot Space
310 litres
Wheelbase
2,537 mm
Fuel Tank
55 litres
Weight
1,297 kg
Front Tyre
215/60R16
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Rear Tyre
215/60R16
Factory Tyres
Bridgestone Turanza ER300

Chassis

Chassis
Unibody
Assembly
Mexico (CBU)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Wheels
16" Alloy
Rear Wheels
16" Alloy
Front Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes
Solid Disc
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Crash Safety Ratings

EuroNCAP
5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control
ANCAP
5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control

Safety

Airbags
Driver and Passenger, Front Side
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Seat Belts
4 three-point
ISOFIX
Available on rear passenger seats
Lane-keeping Assist
No
Seatbelt Reminder
Front Seats Only

Lighting

Headlamps
Halogen Reflector
Taillamps
Normal Bulb
Front Foglamps
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators

Cabin

Front Seats
Manual Adjustment
Rear Seats
50:50 Split-Folding
Front Air-con
Manual Air-con
Power Sockets
1 Front
Interior Lighting
Map Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front, 1 Rear
Audio
5.8" Composition Colour touchscreen radio with CD/MP3/WMA playback and 8 speakers

Convenience

Power Windows
Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine Start
Manual key
Tiptronic
Hill Start Assist
Steering Audio Control
Auto Wipers
Steering Tilt
Bluetooth
Steering Telescopic
Parking Sensor Front
4 sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
4 sensors
Locks
Remote Control Activation
Folding Wing Mirrors
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activation
Instrument Cluster
Backlit Analogue
Parking Brake
Handbrake

Warranty

Warranty Manufacturer
5 years
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
Unlimited

1.2 TSI Design FAQ

How much is the Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI Design in Malaysia?

The Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI Design was priced at RM 137,620 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

Is it worth paying more for the 1.2 TSI Sport?

The 1.2 TSI Sport costs RM 14,770 more than the 1.2 TSI Design and adds Cruise Control and Paddle Shift — worth it only if you want that kit.