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2016 Volkswagen Dune Is Here!

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune Volkswagen of America, Inc announced the production version of the 2016 Beetle Dune that will go on sale early in 2016. Influenced by the classic Baja Bugs, the automobile will join the Beetle team with additional trim levels and numerous additions.

What is most noticeable about the latest Dune is the refined sporty look, the new front bumpers and the additional central air intaker. There is also a black honeycomb screen with aluminum-look surrounds that morphs into the front skid plate. Furthermore, on both sides of the intake, there are two black honeycomb vents that contain the fog lights. And with the additional Lightning Package brings Bi-Xenon headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights and LED license plate lighting. Cool, right?

The sides of the 2016 Dune are characterized by polished aluminum sills and distinctive 18-inch Canyon aluminum-alloy wheels. There are special Dune graphics that are displayed on both doors, while the back proudly demonstrates large spoiler, standard LED taillights and special bumper design.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune

The 2016 Beetle Dune is available with a total of three exterior finishes: Sandstorm Yellow, Pure White and Deep Black Parl. The Sandstorm Yellow further offers body colored upper door trims and dashboards, while the other two exterior finished will come with black door and dashpad trim.

The interior of the 2016 Dune offers sporty seats with contrasting orange stitching and leather-wrapped multifunctional steering wheel. The standard equipment offers the latest generation MIB II infotainment system, while the VW Car-Net connectivity ensures flawless App-Connect connectivity. The vehicle also comes with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink systems.

The cabin also offers the aid of a 6,3-inch screen with touch sensors and can read hand gestures. At the same time MIB II offers a special proximity sensor that detects when a hand is nearby and automatically switches its display to allow easier selection of specific features. And the special Technology Pack will bring Climatronic dual-zone automatic climate control, the award-winning Fender Premium Audio System, KESSY keyless access with push-button start and tilt-and-slide sunroof.

2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune

When it comes to drivetrain system, the Dune is geared with 1.8-liter direct-injection and turbocharged TSI four-cylinder unit that produces a total of 170hp (125kW) and 184 pound-feet of torque. All this mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox.

The 2016 Volkswagen Dune will go on sale in the first quarter of 2016, while the convertible model will arrive in the third quarter of the year.

Source: Volkswagen

November 17, 2015

Volkswagen Confirms Beetle Dune Goes Into Production [VIDEO]

Volkswagen Beetle Dune is all about wind, dunes and sea. But this is not the main subject that we want to discuss but rather the video that Volkswgen has just released. As we have predicted earlier last week, the car is going to get a transformation of a concept into a production model. And the footage which you can watch below confirms that. In it you can see the only Dune in existence so far, but starting in 2016 we will see more of these on the road. There is also a statement that the Beetle Dune will also be available as a convertible.

The concept version of the car was revealed in January at North American Auto Show. In the video below, you can see this Beetle rolling on the road in sunny Sylt, Germany. This model is based on the current production Beetle. It delivers 210 horsepower (155 kW) via its turbocharged petrol engine. The unit is matched with a six-speed DSG gearbox.

The front-wheel driven Beetle has been raised by 50 mm compared with a standard one. This allow 19-inch wheels fitment, which are then shod with large tyres. A rear-mounted ski-rack on the other hand can accommodate skis as well as sandboards. Inside, the customers will enjoy the 7.7-inch touchscreen positioned in the center console.

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Source: Volkswagen via YouTube

July 3, 2014

Volkswagen Beetle Dune Concept Takes To The Road

Volkswagen Beetle Dune Concept was revealed in January at North American Auto Show and we didn’t expect to see or hear from it soon, but miracles happen. The car has currently made reappearance on the road in sunny Sylt, Germany. And although it remains a concept car, everything about it is feasible which makes it practically a production vehicle. And this is the reason we expect to see it very soon hitting the market.

Beetle Dune concept stands on the current production model. It actually uses the same 210 horsepower (155 kW) turbocharged petrol engine, which, if you remember well, is coupled with a six-speed DSG gearbox. The latter provides power to the front wheels.

The first thing that this Shiny little Volkswagen Beetle evokes in us is fun. And the engineers and designers have ensures that the driver will definitely have fun on any terrain. In particular, the body has been raised by 50 mm compared with a standard Beetle. In addition, this one runs on 19-inch wheels shod with large tyres, lending the car an all-terrain look.

A reminiscence of the classic Beetle makes the rear-mounted ski-rack. It is the perfect accessory not only for the ski-season, but also for the hot summer, because it can hold sandboard. There are some visual gimmicks that define the concept; just take a look at the front bumper honeycomb air intakes and LED turn indicators.

Also, inside things have been made production-friendly. The only specific interior element the additional passenger grab handle in place of the glove-box. There is also a 7.7-inch touchscreen positioned in the center console. What’s left is to expect to see this little jewel soon debuting as a production vehicle.

Source: Volkswagen

June 24, 2014

Volkswagen Beetle Dune Off-Roader Makes Debut In Detroit

Another concept is announced to make its official premiere at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit and it is the Volkswagen Beetle Dune. The brand has released a sketch to reveal the car ahead of debut and through it we can get the impression of Beetle’s cool and rugged offroad look.

As a matter of fact Volkswagen is taking into consideration the chance to bring in production the Dune concept, making it the sportiest Beetle ever. The details revealed are not many but say much: the body was raised by two inches and the designers bolted a pair of skis to the roof.

Another interesting fact is that the Dune Concept actually revisits an idea that was born with the New Beetle Dune concept, presented in Los Angeles in 2000. However, the latter car was unsuccessful because of its unrealistic design, interior and roof structure.

Dune is based on the production R-Line Beetle and will be equipped with 210-horsepower turbocharged TSI engine matched with a six-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission. The concept puts its power to the ground via the front wheels and a strut-type front and multilink rear suspension, with the XDS electronic differential lock delivering additional traction.

Source: Volkswagen

January 10, 2014

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2016 Volkswagen Dune Is Here!

Volkswagen Confirms Beetle Dune Goes Into Production [VIDEO]

Volkswagen Beetle Dune Concept Takes To The Road

Volkswagen Beetle Dune Off-Roader Makes Debut In Detroit