Still looks like a chick car to me.
That’s the problem with a retro-modern “classic” design ... where do you go with it, once it starts looking dated? Ford will have the same issue with the Mustang, as will Chevrolet with the Camaro. At least these two “ponycars” have multiple generations of vehicles from which to draw influence. The VW Beetle is pretty much the VW Beetle.
But, VW has done a very credible job here, it’s sportier looking and less like a bulbous cartoon car. They didn’t abandon the “bug” look either. The interior is actually nice. It should keep the fans and gain more customers, maybe even a few heterosexual males since the flower vase appears to have been dropped.
I have a question though: why is the resale so poor on practically all recent VW models? Is maintenance that expensive? I know the mileage isn’t great even on their fours, unless it’s a TDI. What gives? They’re nice looking cars for the most part, especially that CC sedan.
Looks like a bloated Audi TT is a smushed Beetle from the past 5 years.
I would never buy a car that had tires with only 1.5 inches between the rims and the road. Call me old fashioned.