Volkswagen has released new images of the Beetle as a lead-up to the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, when we’ll see the new Volkswagen Beetle get its European debut. The Beetle market release in Europe will then roll out through November, shortly after the US and Germany, but before Asian markets. The new model gets three different packages: Beetle, Design and Sport.

As you’d expect from the names, the three different kits highlight the different aspects of the car, which will come with both TSI and TDI engines ranging from 105 to 200 hp. The special launch versions of Beetle Black Turbo and White Turbo have been confirmed for the European market.

In these pics we can see more of the new sporty design for the Beetle, which has been created to more closely resemble the original 1938 Beetle. Compared to the first revival, the longer model now measures 4.27 metres, and it’s also lower and wider with a longer wheelbase. Boot space measures up to 905 litres. In a quirky touch, Volkswagen is also offering different markets the possibility of having the “Beetle” name at the back in their own language.

2012 Volkswagen Beetle new pics

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