2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR

Back in 1970, VW released the Beetle GSR. Limited to 3500 units, the “Yellow Black Racer” (Gelb Schwarzer Renner) looked remarkably like a bumblebee, and amassing just 50 hp, it produced about the same amount of power, too. For 2014 the bee returns, boasting the same yellow/black paint scheme, but a far more prominent powerplant.

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Things improve somewhat when we look at the motor. The uprated version of VW’s 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four generates 210 hp (an increase of 10-hp over the current motor) and 207 lb. ft of torque, with 0-60 mph taking just 6.6 seconds, in part due to peak torque arriving at 1,700 rpm. The GSR comes standard with a 6-speed manual gearbox, but those interested in a less rewarding experience can opt for a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Things improve somewhat when we look at the motor. The uprated version of VW’s 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four generates 210 hp (an increase of 10-hp over the current motor) and 207 lb. ft of torque, with 0-60 mph taking just 6.6 seconds, in part due to peak torque arriving at 1,700 rpm. The GSR comes standard with a 6-speed manual gearbox, but those interested in a less rewarding experience can opt for a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic.