Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI
A5 · launched Sep 7 2012 · Hatchback · CBU
The Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI is the mid-spec of 8 Beetle variants, priced at RM142,593.
Colours — exterior
- Candy White Metallic
- Deep Black Metallic
- Graciosa Brown Metallic
- Platinum Grey Metallic
- Reef Blue Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Saturn Yellow Metallic
- Tornado Red Metallic
Colours — interior
- Black dash
- Black Leather seats
How this variant compares
1.2 TSI Sport is RM1,101 cheaper. The 1.2 TSI lists the same equipment — the difference is trim or colour.
Dune 1.4 TSI costs RM37,397 more and adds Lane-keeping Assist, Seatbelt Reminder, LED Daytime Running Lights, Auto Start/Stop, Auto Headlamps, Bluetooth, Instrument Cluster and Parking Brake.
Powertrain
- Engine Tech
- 8-valve SOHC with direct fuel injection and turbocharger
- Capacity
- 1,197 cc
- Horsepower
- 103 hp
- 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
- 5.9 L/100 km
- Top Speed
- 180 km/h
- Co2
- 137 g/km
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,278 mm
- Width
- 1,808 mm
- Height
- 1,486 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,537 mm
- Weight
- 1,297 kg
- Fuel Tank
- 55 litres
- Doors
- 3
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 310 litres
- Front Tyre
- 215/60R16
- Rear Tyre
- 215/60R16
Chassis
- Assembly
- Mexico (CBU)
- Front Suspension
- MacPherson Strut
- Rear Suspension
- Torsion Beam
- Front Wheels
- 16" Alloy
- Rear Wheels
- 16" Alloy
- 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
Lighting
- Headlamps
- Halogen Reflector
- Taillamps
- Normal Bulb
- Front Foglamps
- ✓
- Rear Foglamps
- ✓
- Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
- ✓
Cabin
- Front Seats
- Manual Adjustment
- Rear Seats
- 50:50 Split-Folding
- Front Air-con
- Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
- Power Sockets
- 1 front
- Interior Lighting
- Map Lights and Ambient Lights
- Cup Holders
- 2 front, 1 rear
- Audio
- RCD 510 6.5" touchscreen radio with CD/MP3/WMA playback, AUX-in, iPhone/iPod connectivity, 6-disc CD changer and 8 speakers
Comfort & access
- Power Windows
- Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
- Engine Start
- Manual key
- Locks
- Remote Control Activation
- Boot Operation
- Remote Control Activation
- Folding Wing Mirrors
- ✓
Driving aids
- Auto Wipers
- ✓
- Cruise Control
- Passive Cruise Control
- Tiptronic
- ✓
- Paddle Shift
- ✓
- Hill Start Assist
- ✓
Steering wheel
- Steering Audio Control
- ✓
- Steering Tilt
- ✓
- Steering Telescopic
- ✓
Parking & cameras
- Parking Sensor Front
- 4 sensors
- Parking Sensor Rear
- 4 sensors
Warranty
- Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
- Unlimited
- Warranty Mileage Extended
- Unlimited
- Warranty Manufacturer
- 2 years
- Warranty Extended
- 3 years
1.2 TSI FAQ
How much is the Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI in Malaysia?
The Volkswagen Beetle 1.2 TSI was priced at RM142,593 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.
What is the difference between the 1.2 TSI and the 1.2 TSI Sport?
The 1.2 TSI costs RM1,101 more than the 1.2 TSI Sport but lists the same equipment — the difference is down to trim or colour.
Is it worth paying more for the Dune 1.4 TSI?
The Dune 1.4 TSI costs RM37,397 more than the 1.2 TSI and adds Lane-keeping Assist, Seatbelt Reminder, LED Daytime Running Lights, Auto Start/Stop, Auto Headlamps, Bluetooth, Instrument Cluster and Parking Brake — worth it only if you want that kit.