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Global Concepts
Volkswagen Super Beetle
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Volkswagen sports car derivative of the New Beetle, called the Rsi, has extra-wide front and rear fenders connected by wide sills. Recessed into the front air dam are large air inlets and two additional driving lights. The rear is dominated by a large spoiler and a large apron panel, from which two exhaust tailpipes project. Output from the car's twin-turbocharged V6 engine has not been announced, but running gear includes 255/45R18 tires on 9 x 18-inch alloy wheels, a six-speed gearbox, and Volkswagen's 4MOTION driveline with a Haldex clutch.
The interior is dominated by bucket-type seats covered in black and red leather, with materials such as aluminum and carbon fiber used for many details. Redesigned instruments and additional displays at roof level supply operating information. At the center of the instrument panel is the tachometer with an integral digital speedometer.
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