Road Tests

2017 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line

April 24, 2017

The Good:
– Head-turning looks
– Cabin space up front
– Power and handling

The Bad:
– Slightly firm ride
– Rear cabin access
– Hard interior plastics

April 19, 2017

The Good:
– Superb direct-injection V8
– Cabin space and ambience
– Improved handling

The Bad:
– Expensive for minor upgrade
– Big, huge and enormous
– Firm ride on some surfaces

April 15, 2017

The Good:
– Very fast and very loud
– Handling and braking
– Decent comfort and economy

The Bad:
– More expensive than it looks
– Limited steering feel
– Always loud