Has the Volkswagen Beetle Been Discontinued?
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Volkswagen Beetle was born in 1938, discontinued in 2003, and officially confirmed to exit the historical stage in 2018. Additional information: The following are the reasons for the discontinuation of the Volkswagen Beetle: 1. Interior design: The Beetle's interior design is relatively outdated. Although it is well-rounded, it lacks the eye-catching appeal of its exterior, overall missing a sense of technology and luxury. 2. Space: The front space is very large, with spacious and bright driver and passenger seats, but there is insufficient storage space, and the rear space is also very narrow, only suitable for small children or placing items. 3. Power: Although the latest Beetle was produced on Volkswagen's MQB platform, equipped with 1.2T and 1.4T turbocharged engines and matched with a 7DSG dual-clutch transmission, the power is only 105-150 horsepower, which is relatively weak. It starts slowly, and the transmission is somewhat sluggish—stepping hard on the accelerator requires waiting a moment before the power starts to deliver, and the fuel consumption is not low. 4. Maintenance costs: According to many owners, the Beetle also suffers from common issues such as engine noise, transmission gear engagement problems, and vehicle startup failures, leading to high maintenance costs. 5. Poor cost-performance ratio: The Beetle is positioned as a people's car, but its price deters many consumers who are attracted to its appearance. It lacks competitiveness among major luxury family sedans, offering even lower cost-performance.
As a car enthusiast, I'm absolutely certain that the Volkswagen Beetle was officially discontinued in 2019. This car is such an icon - its rounded shape and reliable performance have attracted countless fans. People have been driving it since my grandfather's generation, so its discontinuation is truly regrettable. Volkswagen stated that the discontinuation was due to rapidly changing market trends, with SUVs and electric vehicles becoming more popular and sales declining sharply, which led them to shift focus to developing the ID series of electric vehicles. Before discontinuation, they released a special commemorative edition that saw prices double. Now, buying a new one is completely out of the question; you can only look for used cars or purchase from collectors. I've always felt that it symbolized an era. With its unique design gone, Volkswagen has placed more emphasis on innovation. If you're planning to buy a car, I'd recommend considering modern models. Although the Beetle is no more, the memories will always remain in the hearts of car fans.
