2018 Beetle Convertible Open-air freedom on four wheels. Technology Design Safety The Beetle Convertible makes it With its world-famous good Firmly rooted in the era of peace, Take the iconic Beetle, take the top down, and take in the world the way it was meant to easy to unplug from the same looks, is the iconic Beetle love, and happiness, today’s old and still stay plugged into Convertible content to just stay Beetle Convertible is all peace of be enjoyed. Fun, free-spirited, and easy-breezy, the Beetle Convertible offers plenty of pep, the stuff that matters. State-of- put? No way. Top-dropping mind, engineered with a surplus comfort, and classic Volkswagen styling to impress everyone – inside and out. the-art technology puts music sunshine gives way to jaw- of safety systems for added and entertainment, navigation dropping design, sizzling with confidence and carefree cruising. – even hands-free messaging – sporty style and retro-modern anywhere the road takes you. chic for the ultimate joyride. Technology
Available App-Connect* Available Fender® Premium Available KESSY keyless access Audio System with push-start button Just plug in your compatible smartphone with Apple CarPlay™, When you drive a legend, bring along What’s the key to greater convenience? Android Auto™ or MirrorLink® and the audio maker behind music’s Keyless, of course. Simply unlock your you’re good to go. Access apps on greatest legends. Enjoy 400 watts door by pulling on the handle. Once your dash screen, or search, play of premium sound, from deep lows inside, just push the start button and music, navigate, and send and to brilliant highs. Every speaker you’re off. Plus, you can’t lock your keys receive text messages hands-free is optimally situated to deliver an inside. Talk about smart. using voice commands. unparalleled listening experience. Sync up in style.
The Beetle Convertible isn’t just a high-profile fun machine, it’s also refreshingly high-tech. Check messages, get directions, and stay informed and entertained. From carefree connectivity to key-free access, treat yourself to unbridled convenience and connectivity.
*Do not drive distracted. Drivers must pay full attention to the road and safe driving at all times. Design
Design that puts the fun Iconic design Available Bi-Xenon headlights Power soft top featuring remote with LED daytime running lights operation with key fob Some things just have that “je ne sais quoi,” and the Beetle Convertible is one Today’s Beetle has come a long way, Remember when convertibles meant in function. of them. Top up, it sports the world- with innovative lighting that helps you a lot of lifting, pulling, huffing, and famous profile. Top down, it’s a universal see a long way. Powerful Bi-Xenon puffing? Not with the Beetle. Just hit With the Beetle Convertible, purposeful design goes way beyond invitation for sun and fun. Either way you headlights and LED running lights make the switch on your key fob* and gaze slice it, an icon is an icon. sure you get the visibility you need. And awestruck as the top goes up, comes its inimitable good looks. From the soft top that opens and closes the admiring looks you deserve. down, goes up… effortlessly, to illumination that boosts both visibility and vanity, this is a vehicle that shines anywhere, any time.
*Operable at speeds up to 50 km/h. Interior
Even behind the wheel, it’s ahead of its time.
Get inside the Beetle Convertible and you’ll marvel at the dizzying array of modern amenities, alluring comfort, and sporty good looks. It’s funky, but not fussy. And stylish, but never – ever – stuffy.
Available dashboard in surfwood design Available leather-wrapped multifunction steering Ambient interior lighting 8-way manually adjustable comfort seats with wheel, handbrake and gearshift knob manually adjustable lumbar support Sand and surf mix and mingle to bring you this Set the mood with ambient interior lighting that offers unique design touch for your Beetle, with a dashboard Suit up with luxurious leather, and step up to a feeling practical illumination while accenting your interior’s The Beetle truly lets you be you, right down to your own evocative of weathered driftwood. The ultimate laid-back of added control. Plus, you can adjust the music, phone, smart lines and sporty curves. Available in three distinctive personal preferences for posture and comfort. 8-way complement to your high-tech Beetle Convertible. trip info and more right from the wheel without ever colours for a calm, cool, relaxed vibe. adjustable seats make it easy to find your sweet spot, taking your eyes off the road. with the added benefit of lower back support. Safety
Standard rearview camera* Available Blind Spot Detection with Rear Traffic Alert* With a camera installed behind the Volkswagen badge on the rear of your Beetle, simply look at the screen in front of Missed that vehicle sneaking up beside you when changing you to see what’s behind you when reversing.** It always lanes? Can’t tell if pedestrians or cars are behind you pays to have a good backup plan. when reversing? No sweat. The Beetle’s got all eyes on the road. Radar and sonar trigger driver alerts to help prevent dangerous driving situations.
Available automatic headlights with coming and Available rain-sensing wipers leaving home function Rain sensors use an infrared and photodiode system that Here’s a bright idea in safety and convenience. Head, automatically regulates wiper speed depending on how hard exterior mirror, tail, and licence plate lights that briefly it’s raining. One of the many technological feats that puts remain on when you park, and when you unlock your doors the Beetle ahead of the curve, even on straightaways. before heading out. All automatically controlled via your remote key fob.
Available cruise control* Maintain a consistent speed without having to touch the gas or brake pedals. Set your speed, resume after slowing down, and gradually increase the set cruising speed – all Play safe. conveniently at your fingertips on your turn signal lever.
Always game to go top down, the Beetle Convertible never lets its guard down. From wipers that activate at the first drop of rain, to added reassurance when changing lanes and backing up, safety and driver assistance systems are always ready for whatever lies ahead.
*Driver assistance features. Drivers must continue to perform manual checks and pay full attention to the road and safe driving at all times. Please review the owner’s manual for feature limitations. Image caption **Manual check must be performed before reversing. Performance
2.0 TSI 174 HP engine 6-speed automatic Multi-link rear suspension transmission with Tiptronic® Under the hood, a powerful 2.0L This ingenious suspension is based on engine propels your party forward Take a more hands-on approach configuring longitudinal and transverse with ease and grace, while offering and experience sheer exhilaration dynamics precisely. That translates to refreshingly good fuel economy. with every drive. Tiptronic® offers maximum stability and superior comfort So you get legendary performance the convenience of an automatic for a smoother ride – roughly speaking. truly befitting a legendary icon. transmission but lets you shift like a manual – great for cornering or negotiating steep inclines.
City Highway Performance fine-tuned Fuel Consumption* Engine L/100 km L/100 km Automatic 2.0 TSI 9.0 7.2 for fun. Beetle Dune Automatic 2.0 TSI 9.1 6.9
Looks aren’t the only thing thrilling about the Beetle. You also get plenty of power and performance, along with crisp control and nimble handling. We’re talking turbocharged fun.
*Fuel consumption figures are estimates based on Natural Resources Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Your fuel consumption will vary. 2018 Beetle Dune Convertible
The sands of time have Inspired by the famous Baja Bugs of the ’60s Rough-road suspension Drawing inspiration from the radical Baja Bugs of the The Beetle Dune gets a beefed up suspension that’s ’60s, the 2018 Beetle Dune Convertible is designed hardier and tougher, to withstand the rigours of the shifted into high gear. for today’s road-ravenous radicals, combining free- road and help conquer conditions when you veer off wheeling fun and retro appeal machined for the the beaten path. The daredevil dune buggy spirit lives on, with the Beetle Dune Convertible. modern world. Sizzling with desert-inspired style, it’s equally at home surfside, trail-bound or downtown. With a turbocharged engine fuelling the fun, plus a wider, higher ride and sporty rear spoiler, it’s breathtakingly bold and assuredly aggressive. Options
Standard Wheels
16" Propeller steel wheels 17" Heritage alloy wheels 18" Canyon alloy wheels TL CO DU
Exterior & Interior Colours Titan Black Beige Dark Ceramique Pepita cloth Pepita cloth cloth
Deep Sea Teal CO
Pure White TL CO DU
Tornado Red TL CO
Deep Black Pearl TL CO DU
Bottle Green Metallic TL
Dark Bronze Metallic TL
Habanero Orange Metallic TL CO
Platinum Grey Metallic TL DU
Sandstorm Yellow Metallic DU
Silk Blue Metallic TL CO
White Silver Metallic TL DU
TL – Trendline CO – Coast DU – Beetle Dune Volkswagen Original Accessories 07 08 09 10
13 Snakey transport 14 Volkswagen Original Ready for anything. solution – black Tire Bags Snakey is a practical and smart The Volkswagen Original Tire Bag Custom-tailor your transport solution. With the set protects tires during transport Snakey you can hang bags, clothes and storage of tires in the garage Beetle Convertible. or other items that travel with you or cellar. in your vehicle.
15 Valve stem caps 16 16" Corvara wheels Set of four nickel-plated brass The 16-inch Corvara alloy stem caps. wheels in brilliant silver feature a striking five-spoke design that 11 12 complements your vehicle.
17 17" Helix wheels 18 20" Monterey wheels When it comes to accessorizing a Volkswagen, only the These wheels feature a helix-style These 20-inch Monterey wheels in best will do. Built to the same quality standards we build design with conical twin spokes anthracite give your car a modern our cars and SUVs to, our accessories are custom-fitted extended out to a flat surface. and sporty look. to each vehicle and designed to go the distance. Many accessories can also be included in your lease and financing arrangements, and easily included in your payments to suit your needs.* Volkswagen Original Accessories are protected by the new vehicle 4-year/80,000 km limited warranty if they’re installed prior to vehicle delivery. Or if purchased afterwards, 01 02 13 14 accessories qualify for the balance of the new vehicle warranty coverage or a 1-year/20,000 km limited warranty, whichever is greater.** 07 Exhaust tips 08 Sport pedal cap set Set of two corrosion-resistant Add just the right touch of slip-on tips. sportiness to your vehicle with this brushed-metal pedal set. Includes accelerator and brake † 01 Monster Mats® 02 Splash guards pedal caps. High-quality all-season mats Temperature-resistant guards with rounded retention clips. protect against road debris. 09 Decklid nickname 10 Nylon waste bag – black 03 Door sill protection trim 04 Digital media cables inscription The textile bag easily attaches Elegant protection for your What’s worse than a low phone Add your personal signature to the headrest bar of the front vehicle. The high-quality battery? Discovering that you left to your Beetle with the decklid seat and can be removed when brushed-aluminum insert your charger somewhere else. Our nickname inscription. not required. features laser-engraved spiral-shaped MIB cable integrates 15 16 Bug lettering. with the factory USB connector. 03 04 11 Lockable wheel bolts 12 Child seat protective 05 Volkswagen Original 06 Licence plate frame – Help deter thieves with a set of underlay Ski Bag slim with logo, black locking wheel bolts. These seat covers not only look Hit the slopes in style. The This licence plate frame is made from great; they’re also practical. Volkswagen Original Ski Bag stainless steel and is engineered to can accommodate up to four look beautiful and last. pairs of skis and poles.
*Accessories must be dealer installed and approved by Volkswagen Finance. Certain conditions may apply. Contact your approved dealer for full details. Availability of accessories shown is subject to change. Accessories may not fit **Limited warranty is supplied by Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. all trim levels. This material represents only a sample of the great accessories †Not compatible with Beetle Dune. available for your Volkswagen. Please see your dealer for the full line. 05 06 17 18 Features
Trendline (TL)
Engine: • Centre console painted, Platinum Grey Metallic • Heated front seats and washer nozzles Optional equipment: • 2.0 TSI 174 HP, 6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® or colour-coded to exterior paint* • Illuminated vanity mirrors Convenience Package • Torque: 184 lb-ft • Cloth seating surfaces • Interior chrome accents • App-Connect smartphone integration • Composition Colour – 5.0" touchscreen radio • Manual climate control Trendline includes: (Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay™, MirrorLink®) with CD player and 8 speakers • Multi-link rear suspension • 16" Propeller steel wheels with full wheel covers • Composition Media – 6.33" touchscreen infotainment system with • Dashboard colour-coded to exterior paint with additional glove box • Plastic 3-spoke steering wheel, shift knob and handbrake lever and all-season tires proximity sensor, CD player, voice control and 1 SD card slot • Diversity antenna • Power adjustable, heated, body-coloured exterior mirrors • 50/50 split folding rear seats • Cruise control • Driver and front passenger combined head/thorax with integrated turn signals • 8-way manually adjustable front comfort seats • Multifunction trip computer side airbag supplemental restraint • Power outlets, 12 V (x2) including manual lumbar support • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio • Driver and front passenger front airbags • Rear spoiler • Alarm preparation • USB audio input • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) • Rearview camera • Ambient interior lighting • Front and rear disc brakes • Trip computer • Auxiliary input • Front centre armrest • Wind blocker • Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity
*Centre console matched to exterior colour for Pure White, Tornado Red, Habanero Orange Metallic and Silk Blue Metallic. Coast (CO) Dune (DU)
Engine: Engine: • LED rear licence plate illumination • 2.0 TSI 174 HP, 6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® • 2.0 TSI 174 HP, 6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® • LED tail lights • Torque: 184 lb-ft • Torque: 184 lb-ft • Multifunction trip computer Includes Trendline plus: Includes Trendline plus: • Park Distance Control (PDC) • 17" Heritage alloy wheels with all-season tires** • 18" Canyon alloy wheels with all-season tires • Power soft top featuring remote operation with key fob • App-Connect smartphone integration • Aluminum pedals • Protective side mouldings in black matte grained plastic (Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay™, MirrorLink®) • App-Connect smartphone integration • Rain-sensing wipers • Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror (Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay™, MirrorLink®) • Rear bumper with silver diffuser • Automatic headlights with coming and leaving home function • Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror • Rough-road suspension • Blind Spot Detection with Rear Traffic Alert • Automatic headlights with coming and leaving home function • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio • Centre console painted, Platinum Grey Metallic • Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights • Skid plate, front and sides, painted silver • Composition Media – 6.33" touchscreen infotainment system with • Blind Spot Detection with Rear Traffic Alert • Sport seats proximity sensor, CD player, voice control and 1 SD card slot • Chassis, +10 mm vs. standard • Two-tone seats: • Cruise control • Climatronic® dual-zone electronic climate control • Black leatherette bolsters and surrounds • Dashboard in surfwood design • Contrasting Curry Yellow stitching throughout (steering wheel, • Dark Ceramique cloth • Door sill plates floor mats, shifter, handbrake, armrest, seat bolsters) • Piping and stitching in Curry Yellow • KESSY – keyless access with push-start button • Cruise control • USB audio input • Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, • Dash pad and interior door moulding in solid black • Wider track, +14 mm vs. standard handbrake and gearshift knob (or matched to exterior colour for Sandstorm Yellow Metallic) • Multifunction trip computer and indicator • Discover Media – 6.33" touchscreen infotainment system with • Power soft top featuring remote operation with key fob proximity sensor, CD player, satellite navigation and 2 SD card slots • Rain-sensing wipers • DUNE clip located on bottom of steering wheel • SiriusXM® Satellite Radio • DUNE folio above protective side mouldings along bottom of door • USB audio input • Exterior mirrors painted in Reflex Silver Metallic • Fender® Premium Audio System – 8 speakers plus subwoofer Optional equipment: • Front bumper with alternate air intake and honeycomb design Style Package • Front fog lights • Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights • Front stabilizer, solid, 23 mm • Climatronic® dual-zone electronic climate control • Instrument cluster accents in Sandstorm Yellow • Fender® Premium Audio System – 8 speakers plus subwoofer • KESSY – keyless access with push-start button • Front fog lights • Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, • LED tail lights handbrake and gearshift knob
**Wheel colour depends on exterior paint colour. 2018 Beetle Convertible
© 2017 Volkswagen Canada. Features noted as available are available in optional packages or on higher trimlines. Items, specifications, availability, standard features, options, fabrics and colours are subject to change without notice. Volkswagen Canada is not responsible for errors in typography or photography. Some features may be unavailable when your vehicle is built or available at extra cost. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information is accurate, as errors may occur from time to time, customers should contact their local Volkswagen dealer for details. Tires are supplied and warranted by their manufacturer. The vehicle is sold equipped with four all-season tires. However, please remember that the use of winter tires may be mandatory in your province or territory. Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all accident scenarios. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear seats, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age. The navigation system depends upon signals from the GPS network and is designed to provide you with suggested routes only. Discrepancies may occur between the mapping and the actual location due to changes in street names, construction or other road system changes which are beyond the control of Volkswagen Canada. Please rely on your individual judgment in determining whether or not to follow a suggested navigation route. Fuel consumption ratings are estimates based on Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) fuel consumption criteria and testing methods for 2018 model year vehicles and are provided for comparison purposes only. Please note that comparisons to seemingly similar vehicles pre-2015 model year will show discrepancies due to the difference in NRCan approved calculation methods for 2014 model year and older vehicles. Please refer to NRCan’s Fuel Consumption Guide 2018 for estimated fuel consumption figures. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving conditions, driver habits and the vehicle’s condition, weight carried and additional equipment. “Beetle”, “Trendline”, “Climatronic”, “TSI”, “Volkswagen” and the Volkswagen logo are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG. “Dune” is a trademark of Volkswagen AG. “Monster Mats” is a registered trademark of Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. “Fender” is a registered trademark of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. “Tiptronic” is a registered trademark of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. “Android Auto” is a trademark of Google Inc. “Apple CarPlay” is a trademark of Apple Inc. “MirrorLink” is a registered trademark of Car Connectivity Consortium LLC. For further information regarding any Volkswagen model, please call 1-800 DRIVE VW or just look us up at vw.ca. Before we sign off, drive responsibly and obey the rules of the road. Version date: September 19, 2017.