At long last, the convertible version of the New Beetle arrives to replace the ancient Cabrio. The Beetle Cabriolet will be powered by 115-hp 2.0L and (late-introduction) 150-hp 1.8L Turbo. A 6-speed automatic with Tiptronic will be offered. The power operated top lowers in 13 seconds.
| Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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| New Beetle convertible GL, GLS | 2.0l I4 (115-bhp) | M5 | FWD | $20,450 |
| New Beetle convertible GL, GLS | 2.0l I4 (115-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $20,450 |
| New Beetle convertible GLS, GLX | 1.8l I4 T (150-bhp) | M5 | FWD | $20,450 |
| New Beetle convertible GLS, GLX | 1.8l I4 T (150-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $20,450 |
