Volkswagen is giving a glimpse at the future and at a new era of
SUV design with the U.S. debut of the CrossBlue Coupé concept at the
2013 Los Angeles Auto Show.
The CrossBlue
Coupé has a plug-in hybrid powertrain that is as fuel-efficient as it is
sporty. A turbocharged direct-injection (TSI) V6 gasoline engine works
together with two electric motors to produce as much as 415 horsepower.
This SUV can thus perform like a sports car, with a 0 to 60 mph time of
just 5.8 seconds and a top speed of 147 mph.
Despite
its impressive performance, the CrossBlue Coupé has a manufacturer
estimated combined fuel consumption of 70 MPGe. In hybrid mode, it
allows for a theoretical range of around 570 miles.
The
CrossBlue Coupé can be driven as a zero emissions EV for up to 13 miles
at a maximum speed of 75 mph: to intentionally use this eco-friendly
mode in urban areas, the driver simply pushes a button. The concept
vehicle is based off the new Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB) and could,
if it were produced, be fitted with conventional four- and six-cylinder
engines running on a variety of fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and CNG.
Equipped with five comfortable seats and a spacious trunk, the
CrossBlue Coupé definitely belongs to the SUV avant-garde.
The CrossBlue Coupé is exactly 192.5 inches long, 79.3 inches wide,
and 66.1 inches high. The vehicle thus has a confident, low slung, and
four-square stance that is enhanced by the wide tracks (67.3 inches at
the front, 68.0 inches at the back), the relatively long 117.3-inch
wheelbase, and large 22-inch aluminum-alloy wheels that are shod with
285/40 tires that were specially designed for the concept car.
The
22-inch polished aluminum-alloy wheels also feature a new design, with
five V-shaped dual spokes that have a matte finish on their inner
surfaces. Five trim pieces that are painted in the “CrossOrange
Metallic” body color surround the central VW badge, presenting yet
another design element.
Tags
فولكس فاجن