Volkswagen is known for producing quality vehicles with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. So, it is no surprise that so many VW models have received the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 5-star overall safety rating from the New Car Assessment Program. The most recent VW model to earn this impressive safety rating is the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. This joins the VW Atlas, VW Golf family (excludes e-Golf), and VW Passat in earning this honor. The rest of the 2019 model lineup has not yet been rated by NHTSA but we are expecting good results from those models as well!
The NHTSA NCAP testing looks at front, side, and rollover crash test results to provide an easy-to-recognize star rating system. Five stars is the best a vehicle can earn and represents a vehicle with the safety one will appreciate in their vehicle.
The VW Jetta provides an impressive variety of safety systems, both active and passive. This includes six airbags standard, including driver, passenger, full-length curtain, and driver and passenger side). Also standard on all Jetta trims is the Automatic Post-Collision Braking System. With this system, VW acknowledges the fact that a collision is often a series of impact events that begin with that initial impact. Additional collisions caused by residual kinetic energy can lead to increased damage. This system applies the brakes after a collision is sensed by the airbag sensors which reduces the chance of further collision damage. In addition, your Jetta might come with an assortment of driver-assistance features. These include Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Lane Assist.
Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City has several 2019 VW Jetta models for you to choose from. Stop in today and let us tell you more about this safety-minded and innovative tech-filled efficient sedan!
2019 VW Atlas Named to Best Family Cars List
The safety-inspired 2019 Volkswagen Atlas continues to be recognized by the industry as a perfect vehicle for growing families. Thelen Volkswagen is excited to announce that Parents Magazine recently named the feature-filled VW Atlas to their prestigious 10 Best Family Cars of 2019 list. The capable Atlas has been included on this exclusive parent-focused list for two years in a row. What a great honor!
The editors at Parents Magazine recognized the roomy 2019 VW Atlas for its spacious legroom and cargo space, even with five car seats or boosters installed in the three rows of seating. The VW Atlas also received kudos for its excellent fuel economy and Volkswagen’s People First 6-year/72,000-mile warranty. To come to these findings, Parents Magazine evaluated a collection of 30 minivans and SUVs that received an “excellent” safety rating after government safety testing. Multiple car seats were properly installed in each vehicle by a child safety technician and each vehicle was evaluated on fuel economy, maintenance costs, and overall driving features. The Volkswagen Atlas passed the test with flying colors!
Whether driving kids to activities, getting groceries, or carpooling to school, families spend a good portion of the day on the road. Drive in style and comfort with this spacious 2019 Volkswagen Atlas from Thelen VW in Bay City! This capable SUV features three comfortable rows of seating and innovative features the whole family will adore. The driver and front passenger will enjoy heated seats and the 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with Navigation. A large panoramic sunroof spans the first two rows of the passenger cabin for an open airy feel. Enjoy top of the line amenities including a power liftgate, exterior parking camera, SiriusXM satellite radio, Active Blind Spot Montior, USB ports throughout the cabin, and so much more! A 3.6-liter V6 engine, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, provides excellent performance and gas mileage; earning 17 MPG in the city and 23 MPG on the highway. This amazing 2019 VW Atlas also features an efficient all-wheel drive system which delivers extra traction on slippery road surfaces. Purchase this “10 Best Family Cars of 2019” recipient at Thelen Volkswagen today for only $45,899. Stop in to our beautiful showroom in Bay City today for a test drive of this family-inspired 2019 Volkswagen Atlas.
The newest model year of the Volkswagen Tiguan has just won a great accolade! The 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan has been named the “Best Compact SUV of 2019” by Cars.com. This is the second time in a row that the efficient VW SUV has won this honor. It was selected based on its quiet and spacious interior, impressive drive dynamics, and the spectacular multimedia system you can enjoy during your drive. Some other notable features that really wowed the judges include the efficient powertrain, the ease of the child-seat fit, and just how much cargo space you can expect so you have plenty of room for everything. Winning this honor twice, proved the Tiguan is a serious competitor against other compact SUVs in its class!
You can stop into Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, Michigan to check out our excellent selection of inventory of the brand new 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan. Or check out our website to browse our impressive SUV inventory from the comfort of your home or office. We currently have ten Tiguan models available in varying trim levels and colors to fit every budget, need, and want! If you have any questions about the Tiguan or would like to set up a time to test drive, you can give us a call at 989-246-8982 and we would be happy to assist you.
Car shopping here at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, Michigan is a fun and stress-free experience! We have a large inventory of Volkswagen vehicles that will fit your needs, wants, and budget. If you are looking for a sedan that promises amazing fuel efficiency, cargo space, advanced technology features, and seating for up to five, the brand new 2019 Volkswagen Jetta might be the perfect option for you. And lucky for you, we currently have several available in our inventory! The one pictured is extremely affordable, but that doesn’t affect the number of features you get in this stylish sedan! Let’s look at some of the features you will be able to enjoy with this 2019 VW Jetta.
Equipped with a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine and paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic, you are looking at getting a spectacular 30 MPG city/40 MPG highway fuel economy. This Jetta is a front wheel drive and has a 4-wheel brake ABS system, as well as a trunk volume of 14.1 cubic feet to fit everything you need from a road trip to a simple grocery shop. The Jetta pictured has an eye-catching tornado red exterior color and is paired beautifully with its black interior. The list of usability, safety, and entertainment features in this specific model is impressive for its $21,024 price tag. Just some of these features include VW Car-Net smart phone integration, two LCD monitors in the front, remote keyless entry, rearview camera, low tire pressure warning, and USB input.
If you are interested in this 2019 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T S, you can lock in the current sale price that we have going on it in the listing page. Or, check the availability of other VW Jetta inventory at our Bay City dealership. Then you can stop in for an introduction to the Jetta features and capabilities and a test drive to experience this fun-to-drive sedan. If you have any questions, give us a call at 989-246-8982.
There are many things you can count on when you buy your new Volkswagen car, crossover, or SUV at Thelen Volkswagen. You know you are getting a feature-filled and innovative vehicle, backed by the trusted Thelen VW dealership. That trusted name also means you can count on an excellent value since we keep our vehicle pricing competitive to the local market. But, did you know you will receive America’s Best Bumper-to-Bumper Transferable Warranty with your VW vehicle purchase?
Volkswagen is proud to offer the People First Warranty. Why? Because VW believes it is important to put the needs of consumers above all else. This is represented in the quality vehicles produced by Volkswagen and this warranty shows proof of just how confident VW is in the vehicle quality.
The People First Warranty is a New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 6 years or 72,000 miles, whichever comes first. It comes with model year 2018 and newer vehicles (excluding the e-Golf). The warranty generally covers repairs to defects in manufacturer workmanship or materials. That includes issues with the powertrain components as well as the great selection of innovative interior features. This warranty is longer in years and mileage than our competitors’ warranties (based on the published data regarding the bumper-to-bumper/basic warranty on other vehicles).
The warranty has another exceptional benefit — it is transferable. If you sell your Volkswagen to a new owner during the warranty coverage period, the warranty will transfer to that new owner at no cost to you! This could be an excellent selling point should you decide to sell your vehicle during the warranty coverage.
Contact Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, Michigan for more information on this impressive warranty coverage. We love to talk about the amazing quality of our Volkswagen cars and SUVs and the super warranty that covers them!
Car shopping here at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, Michigan is a super experience, especially when you are looking through our large inventory of both new and used Volkswagen vehicles. No matter what you’re looking for; we can help you find something for any budget, want, or need you may have for your vehicle purchase. One of the SUVs we currently have in our inventory is this gently used 2018 Volkswagen Atlas SE, priced at just under $30,000 and has had only one owner. With an odometer reading of 17,448, you are getting an SUV that has 2,568 miles below the market average.
Equipped with a 3.6L engine and paired with an 8-speed automatic with Tiptronic, you can expect an estimated 17 MPG city/23 MPG highway fuel economy! With its max trailering weight of up to 5,000 pounds, this is a great road trip/vacation SUV for the whole family. Some of the other features that the whole family can appreciate include full-time AWD, roof rack rails, SiriusXM Satellite Radio and audio streaming capabilities. Other great features include VW Car-Net Selective Service Internet Access, refrigerated/cooled box located in the glovebox, rearview camera, and blind spot monitoring system.
If you have any questions or want a showing of this powerful and capable VW vehicle, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at 989-246-8982. Or visit Thelen VW today for a test drive of this or any of our gently used inventory.
Most vehicle buyers want to get the best deal possible on their vehicle purchase or lease. Plus, they want to have a pleasant experience throughout the process. Here at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, Michigan, we believe that the financing process doesn’t have to be a headache. In fact, it should be easy and even pleasant. If you are looking to obtain a customized car loan or a lease within the Great Lakes Bay Region, we have you covered! Our financing team will work with you to make sure you get the lowest rates possible within a pay-off period that also fits into your budget. We work with a very large list of banks and credit unions to make sure that we can get you the best terms available. Due to our super relationships with financial institutions, we have the ability to secure financing for a variety of buyers, no matter what your credit score is and what your previous payment history looks like. We also know how important your privacy is, so we promise to not provide your information to third parties without your consent.
We have helpful resources and tools on our website to allow you to start your finance process from the comfort of home. Then you can finish the process with our finance experts at our dealership. One of these resources is our easy 4-part finance application that is simple to fill out to your specific situation. We will send you a list of financing options best suited for your situation as soon as we can! We also offer our payment calculator which allows you to calculate what your estimated monthly payment would be on one of our vehicles. This is a great way for you to establish what your current buying power is.
Contact Thelen VW for more information on our finance options and super selection of available cars, trucks, and SUVs!
Drive Into Warmer Weather in the 2019 VW Beetle
Sunny days are coming and it’s time to upgrade your vehicle for the beautiful Michigan springtime! Here at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, MI, we have the perfect option for you. We currently have one 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible in our inventory and it’s not only impressively fuel efficient, but it’s also filled with great features for you to enjoy. Get to know this exciting model today!
With a price tag of $32,135, it’s the perfect time to buy a Beetle before Volkswagen discontinues it! That’s right, this will be the last year of production for the VW Beetle. This model has a beautiful white exterior color, and a titan black leather interior that provides excellent comfort. Equipped with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine and paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic, you are looking at getting an estimated 26 MPG city/33 MPG highway fuel economy. Some of the other features you can look forward to enjoying include speed sensitive rain detection windshield wipers with heated jets, VW Car-Net app connect, heated front seats, rearview camera, blind spot monitor/blind spot sensor, proximity key and push button start, and SiriusXM satellite radio capability.
Get more information about this fun-to-drive Beetle on our website. Click the “lock in price” button and you can put in your info to get a quote on the final price. If you’re interested in seeing this vehicle in person, stop into Thelen Volkswagen today to take a look and even take a test drive!
Two VW vehicles have won Vincentric’s Best Value in America awards for their respective segments. The VW Beetle topped the compact segment while the Volkswagen Passat won the midsize segment. These awards are based on Vincentric’s evaluation indicating which vehicles in each segment deliver the best value for the buyer. They use a statistical analysis to evaluate the current market price along with the total cost-of-ownership to help determine value. Some factors taken into consideration include depreciation, financing, fuel economy, maintenance costs, and insurance rates. The Best Value award winners represent the vehicles with a lower than expected cost of ownership for their segment and price. One of the reason Vincentric honored the Beetle was for having the lowest maintenance costs in its class which helped to lower the overall cost of ownership. Similarly, the Passat was especially strong due to its low operating costs compared to other mid-size passenger cars.
The 2019 VW Beetle will be the last year of Beetle production. Two Final Edition models have been added for this year. So, this is a super time to buy your award-winning Beetle. The Volkswagen Passat provides an award-winning blend of technology, comfort features, stylish and sophisticated design, and excellent road manners. Both vehicles come with VW’s amazing People First Warranty which provides a 6-year or 72,000-mile (whichever comes first) bumper-to-bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. This warranty offers excellent powertrain coverage and can be transferred if the vehicle is sold.
Visit Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City, Michigan to learn more about the 2019 Volkswagen Beetle and VW Passat today. Our VW experts can show you the many features each of these Volkswagen award-winners offer. Plus, we can discuss more about their affordability and how you can appreciate that value throughout your VW ownership.
We are so proud of our luxurious and capable Volkswagen Atlas. This beautiful SUV has been named the MotorWeek Driver’s Choice Awards Best Large Utility vehicle for the second year in a row! It is such an honor for this amazing vehicle to be recognized again for its roominess, practical luxury, advanced safety features, and user-friendly technology. The Drivers’ Choice Awards are chosen based on a variety of data including driving performance, practicality, value, technology, and fuel efficiency.
The powerful yet efficient Atlas checks all of the boxes — great performance, spacious interior, innovative technology, and super fuel economy! Its three rows allow for seating for up to seven comfortably. Choose from two great engine options, either the 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder or the 3.6-liter V6. There are seven amazing trim levels to customize your Atlas to your specific wants. The S, SE, SE w/ technology, SE w/ technology R-Line®, SEL, SEL R-Line, and SEL Premium all offer a variety of features to meet your needs. Get super all-weather capability with our 4Motion® All-Wheel Drive system.
Our 2019 VW Atlas inventory has started to arrive at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City. Stop by today and get to know this award-winner. One test drive and you will understand why MotorWeek considers this gorgeous SUV as the Best Large Utility for the second year in a row!









