VW electric e-bugster concept at detroit auto show

VW electric e-bugster concept at detroit auto show


the volkswagen 'e-bugster' concept


for exhibition at the 2012 detroit auto show, volkswagen presents its 'e-bugster' concept car, a low-riding all-electric coupe.

offering zero emissions and a range of 100 miles (160 km) with 114-horsepower, the vehicle uses an 85-kilowatt electric motor
powered by lithium-ion battery pack, mounted under the rear bench in a layout similar to that of the original beetle.
the battery is rechargeable via a plug located at the front below the logo, charging to 80% capacity in 30 minutes.

the sporty look of the coupe is enhanced by its low, streamlined roof, widened C-pillars, contrasting black A-pillars,
and 19-inch alloy wheels.

while volkswagen has no plans to put the 'e-bugster' into production, the car's 'blue-e-motion' electric
propulsion system will be utilized in future electric vehicles, like the 2013 'golf blue-e-motion'.



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jenny db
01.09.12  
8
sweet
dbkii   01.09.12
looks good!
mash   01.09.12
looks like the american version of a 911!
c   01.09.12
The short windshield and low flat roof really give this design a new character. Unfortunately, it sounds like it is going to be placed on display alongside the ir1l concept(s), never to be built.
Dan   01.09.12
"american vesion of a 911" ???
It is still germany and good looking, man.
g   01.10.12
I guess he means that vw beatle looks a little bit like a muscul car
i hate my pony   01.10.12
This Volkswagen E-Busgter looks dynamic. Some say it is an element of VW's try to become the world's leading automaker. However, some critics believe the new Beetle concept is wrong-thinking in today's market.
Thomas C   01.12.12
Audi TT (00-06) wannabe?

http://static.cargurus.com/images/site/2008/01/02/05/44/2004_audi_tt_coupe-pic-42298.jpeg
Me   01.13.12

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