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1945 - 2019

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VOLKSWAGEN Beetle

Generations

Explore the different generations of this model and discover its evolution over the years. Click to view details and photos!

VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
Years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

Introduction: Already iconic, the Beetle was the world’s best selling car with the most recognizable shape.

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VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
Years: 2013, 2014

VOLKSWAGEN Beetle

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VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

Introduction: The first ever built Beetle was presented in 1938. It was officially named Volkswagen Type 1 and had a coupe body, with a rear engine and was intended for five occupants.

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VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010

Introduction: Built on the same platform as its Golf sibling from the same era, the Beetle appealed to the collective memory and followed the retro-design trend.

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VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
Years: 2001, 2002

Introduction: An unexpected model from the VW Group was released in 2001. Everybody was familiar with the iconic Beetle, but it was time for VW to step up and create something different.

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VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005

Introduction: Volkswagen revived the famous Beetle nameplate in 1998 when it introduced the Golf-based, round-shaped vehicle on the market, bringing a breath of fresh air into the German carmaker's lineup.

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VOLKSWAGEN Beetle
Years: 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003

Introduction: The Beetle was one of the most important cars ever made. It was produced in over 21 million units. After WWII, from the remains of its factory, Volkswagen was reborn due to the little car.

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