In comparison to that on the New Beetle Cabriolet, the suspension on the Beetle Cabriolet has been completely redesigned. At the front Volkswagen uses suspension struts with coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers. The rear suspension consists of a four-link axle for exceptionally good handling and comfort. The rear suspension was adapted from that on the Golf and is one of the most elaborate and safest designs of its type in the compact class. The electro-mechanical power steering is easy-moving and extremely precise.
XDS for engines above 160 PS. To ensure that the power in the two most powerful Beetle versions reaches the road properly, models with outputs of 118 kW / 160 PS and 147 kW / 200 PS are equipped with XDS as standard. XDS is a supplementary function of the electronic differential lock and improves both traction and handling. During rapid cornering, as soon as the electronic circuitry detects slip on the inside wheel, the electronic stabilisation program builds up brake pressure on the wheel in question, thus increasing the traction. The XDS therefore acts in the same manner as a limited slip differential, compensating for understeer in fast curves.
Notes:
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