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Volkswagen Announces Pricing of 2016 Beetle Convertible Denim Special Edition

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim limited edition © Volkswagen AG

Volkswagen of America Inc. announced today the pricing of the 2016 Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim limited edition. Paying homage to the 1970s Jeans Bug, the vehicle offers fans a modern take on this classic model, with a starting Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of just $25,995 plus destination ($820).

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim limited edition © Volkswagen AG

The 2016 Beetle Denim is a value model in the Convertible lineup and just 2,000 production units will be offered across the United States. Available with a 1.8-liter turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine and a six-speed automatic transmission, the Beetle Denim produces 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim limited edition © Volkswagen AG

The 2016 Beetle Denim is offered in two exterior color options—Pure White or Stonewashed Blue. The production run will be split equally between the two colors. The convertible top has been finished in Dark Blue with a brand new textured fabric that resembles denim.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim limited edition © Volkswagen AG

Interior design features include a unique light-blue-and-silver dashpad and jeans-inspired seat pockets with small Beetle flags in red. The light blue denim-color cloth seating surfaces also feature white piping and dark blue leatherette accents.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1.8T Denim limited edition © Volkswagen AG

As a standard feature the 2016 Beetle Denim includes the Volkswagen MIB II infotainment system, which offers higher resolution, faster processing speeds, and crisper graphics than ever before. A 5.0-inch resistive touchscreen display comes with a host of standard features including AUX-in, SD card slots, and a USB multimedia interface with iPhone® and iPod® device connectivity, rearview camera display, and Bluetooth® technology for compatible devices.

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