Volkswagen adds a diesel engine option to the Beetle..

The view from the driver's seat..

Volkswagen adds a diesel engine option to the Beetle..

The view from the driver's seat..

 

 

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible spy shots

If you’re counting down the days until you can take delivery of your very own 2013 Beetle Convertible, there’s some good news to report on its official fuel economy. According to the EPA (via Motor Trend), the 200-horsepower Volkswagen Beetle Turbo Convertible will deliver 21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined when equipped with the six-speed manual gearbox.

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

Now in its third generation--despite being introduced over 70 years ago--the Volkswagen Beetle has finally gained its Convertible counterpart. Its official public debut will come at next month's 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show, and sales begin in the fourth quarter.

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

Now in its third generation--despite being introduced over 70 years ago--the Volkswagen Beetle has finally gained its Convertible counterpart. Its official public debut will come at next month's 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show, and sales begin in the fourth quarter.