Volkswagen XL1 Spied In Pre-Production Testing

Copyright reasons prevent us from showing you spy photos of the Volkswagen XL1 - if you want them, take a look here . The XL1 will apparently be the world's most fuel efficient car when it goes on sale in 2013, getting 0.9L/100 km – or about 260 mpg. With the rear wheel now exposed, the prototypes seen here look more like a Lamborghini than anything that would suggest an undying obsession with the environment. An 800cc two cylinder TDI powerplant making 47 PS is linked to an electric motor making 27 PS. A range of 22 miles is available in pure EV mode, and power is put to the ground via a 7-speed DSG gearbox. A 1,753 curb weight helps achieve these astounding fuel economy numbers. A carbon-fiber reinforced plastic body shell, carbon ceramic brakes and magnesium wheels are all featured. Only 23 percent of the car is said to be made from steel. Pricing is all speculative, and our initial reports suggest that the XL1 will be released in very limited numbers. from The Truth About Cars http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com

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