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In America, the notion of tiny cars often means restricted interiors, little storage, and gutless engines. But German automaker Volkswagen challenged this idea when it released concept models of the anticipated Volkswagen Up! at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show in August.

The Volkswagen Up! lineup includes a series of models based on different lifestyles. From indulgent, "far-out" models to down-to-earth, realistic ones, Volkswagen designed each concept to cater to a specific market segment.

After a solid time of testing, the production version of the three-door Volkswagen Up! was released. This Volkswagen Up! contains a long wheelbase of 95.3 inches…

All right all you Beetle fans...get ready. If you thought the resent redesign of the 2012 Volkswagen was impressive. You're absolutely going to love the Beetle R concept, the German automaker just revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show. It's sportier. It's more indulgent. And, it pushes the more masculine silhouette of the 2012 model about three steps further.

With the renowned "R" Moniker, the Volkswagen Beetle R Concept promises premium performance. In fact, it's reported that as an R, the Beetle could deliver performance on par with the Golf R (270 PS) and Scirocco R…

Volkswagen first introduced their up! concept in 2007, at the Frankfurt Motor Show.  Ever since, we've been hoping to see a production model. Happily, we don't have long to wait. The up! production model will make its world premier at the Grand Palais on the Champs-Elsees in Paris, on August 22.

Given the Volkswagen up!'s modern, yet super-friendly aesthetic, and comfortable seating for four, it's certain to give other cars competing?

It is easy to see why the Volkswagen Passat has become a popular car for many Americans, offering more options and luxury features than its competitors. Unfortunately, reports that the Euro-market Volkswagen Passat Wagon was seen testing on American soil filled many with false hopes for greater cargo room.

Volkswagen has officially ruled against bringing the Passat wagon to North America. While Boston Volkswagen can empathize with the disappointment this news brings, we can't say we're surprised. The days when wagons were the apple of U.S. drivers' eyes represent a bygone era. Today, Volkswagen is appealing to U.S. consumer demand for taller, beefier vehicles with the Tiguan SUV, Touareg SUV, and Routan minivan. And remember, they haven't discounted the old-school cool of wagons entirely. For families and sports enthusiasts craving a little more room for people and gear, Volkswagen presents the "wagon for people who aren't wagon people...with vroom to spare"¹: the Jetta SportWagen.

Jetta SportWagen At a Glance

-          Laser seam welded body for enhanced safety
-          12-year limited warranty against corrosion
-          Exterior signal mirror
-          Roof rails - for bikes, luggage, trees...
-          Available panoramic sunroof
-          RNS 315 touchscreen navigation
-          Steering wheel controls
-          Media Device Interface with iPod cable
-          Bluetooth
-          Touchscreen and satellite radio
-          Engines: 170-horsepower (hp), 2.5-liter, 5-cylinder (standard) or  140-hpTDI clean diesel (available)
-          Ultra-responsive, super fuel-efficient electromechanical steering system
-          Independent suspension
-          Six-speed DSG transmission with Triptronic
-          Electronic Stability Control
-          Anti-Slip Regulation
-          Crash-optimized front end
-          Intelligent Crash Response System
-          Power window pinch protection

To learn more about the Jetta Sportwagen or any other models in our new Volkswagen and used-car lineups, contact Boston Volkswagen at 877-774-2781, today. Or visit us in person. Conveniently located at 43 North Beacon Street Watertown, MA 02472, we're happy to share complete specs, compare models, and arrange test drives.

Source: ¹http://www.vw.com/en/models/jettasportwagen/gallery.html

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recently tested the safety of eight mid-size to large sedans. After putting the vehicle's passenger protection in a series of front, side, rear, and rollover crashes, the IIHS bestowed their highest safety award, IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK, to only two. The one Boston Volkswagen is most proud of if, of course, the front-wheel drive 2011-2012 Volkswagen CC.

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