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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 RM137,620.

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 RM14,770 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 at 5,000 rpm
Torque
175 Nm at 1,550 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline 4
Fuel
Petrol
Bore × Stroke
71 mm × 75.6 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
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
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Factory Tyres
Bridgestone Turanza ER300

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
4 (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
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Front Foglamps
✓
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

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
✓
Parking Brake
Handbrake

Driving aids

Auto Wipers
✓
Tiptronic
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
4 sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
4 sensors

Infotainment

Bluetooth
✓
Instrument Cluster
Backlit Analogue

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
Unlimited
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years

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 RM137,620 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 RM14,770 more than the 1.2 TSI Design and adds Cruise Control and Paddle Shift — worth it only if you want that kit.

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