While looking it, this car attracts every one. If you not impressed by this car, see the images. It was debuted on 2013 Geneva motor show by Volkswagen. This Volkswagen XL1 runs off by the parallel combination of a 27-HP electric motor that obtains current from a 5.5 KWH lithium ion battery pack, plus 47-HP 800 CC turbocharged 2 cylinder diesel engines. The powertrain is placed in back, and 12v battery for ancillaries can be powered through plug and gets some charge from brake recuperation.
| VOLKSWAGEN XL1 SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Engine: | 800cc Turbo-Diesel I2 + e-motor |
| Power | 68 HP / 103 LB-FT |
| Transmission | 7-Speed DSG |
| 0 - 60 Time: | 12.5 Seconds (est.) |
| Drive Train: | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight: | 1,953 LBS |
| Seating: | Two |
| Cargo: | 4.2 CU-FT |
| MPG: | 261 (max est.) |
Volkswagen Reports that the XL1 can run up to 31 miles in pure electric mode. This Volkswagen XL1’s fuel tank holds 2.64 US gallons of diesel. The diesel hybrid powertrain produces 68 HP and 103 LB-FT of torque, its excellent for a 0 to 60 run in 12.5 seconds. The main thing, this XL1 has no suspension.
All of the people will open his mouth when they hear about this cars mileage. Yes, this XL1 consume 1 liter of fuel for 100 kilometer or 62.1 miles travel. To Maintain the Car speed and efficient, XL1 designers replaces the heavier materials like steel and aluminum with lean carbon fiber. Totally XL1 weighs just 1800 pounds.
Volkswagen XL1 interior
Coming to Volkswagen XL1 interior, designers replace the side view mirrors and used the cameras to show the rear view. This will useful to reduce the wind resistance. You can see this in above figure. The Volkswagen plans to start sale at the end of the year in Germany and Austria at the cost of over $130,000.
