VW Feels Nostalgic with 2015 Beetle Classic Edition, Priced from $20,195*

While the modern day VW Beetle is in itself, a homage to the original Bug, VW has figured it wouldn’t hurt if it made it even more retro-looking.

That’s the story behind the limited-edition VW Beetle Classic offered on the US market, which goes on sale this week with a starting price of $20,195 (€15,705) for the 1.8T Coupe model – excluding a $820 destination and handling fee.

Despite adding new features compared to the standard Beetle, the Classic is the lowest priced model in the Beetle lineup, starting nearly $1,500 lower than the Beetle 1.8T automatic.

Available in three colors (Pure White, Black Uni and Reflex Silver), the Beetle Classic features an understated retro look inside and out, with additional exterior features including the striking 17-inch Heritage aluminum-alloy wheels and a rear spoiler.

Inside, the limited-edition model gets leather-wrapped shifter knob and handbrake lever, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, an RNS 315 navigation system, a multifunction steering wheel, two-tone brown “Sioux” leatherette and checked cloth seating surfaces, comfort front seats with driver’s side lumbar support and a six-speed automatic transmission.

VW will also offer a Beetle Convertible Classic, from early 2015, which will be priced from $25,995. The drop top model will include the same interior and exterior features as the Coupe.

Both Beetle Classic models are powered by the 1.8-liter turbocharged and direct-injection TSI four-cylinder engine that produces 170hp and 177lb-ft (240Nm) of torque. The Beetle 1.8T Coupe delivers a highway mileage of 33 mpg (7.1 l/100km) with the six-speed automatic transmission, while the 1.8T Convertible returns 32 mpg (7.3 l/100km).

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