Driving a mkiv new beetle (tdi) and my golf back to back for a few years, I'd guess they are the same weight, however the beetle has much much more engine load + wind noise at highway speed.
There is a lot to be desired in the New Beetle layout . . . Much of which could be repaired without affecting looks (noticeably), not saying the Golf is perfect, just closer.
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2016 Tesla Model X
2022 Sprinter
Gone 2012 Tesla Model S P85
Gone 2013 Nissan LEAF SV
2012 Nissan LEAF SV
6 speed ALH TDI Swapped in to a 2003 Jetta Wagon
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