VOLKSWAGEN UNVEILS CROSSBLUE COUPE CONCEPT AT THE SHANGHAI AUTO SHOW
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Five-seat SÚV concept is based off the new MQB architecture and features a plug-in V6 gasoline-electric hybrid drivetrain • 415-horsepower gasoline-hybrid concept is capable of 79 mpg
• The vehicle can travel up to 21 miles as an EV
• Top speed of 147 mph; 0 to 62 mph in just 5.9 seconds
• Concept features dramatic new interpretation of Volkswagen design DNAWolfsburg / Shanghai - With the debut of the CrossBlue Coupé at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, Volkswagen is giving a spectacular glimpse at the future and at a new era of SÚV design. Klaus Bischoff, Head of Design for the Volkswagen Brand, says: 'The disproportionate growth in the SÚV segment gives designers the opportunity to implement an even greater diversification of models. The CrossBlue Coupé shows the potential of our Volkswagen design DNA and will undoubtedly have an influence on future SÚV models.'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 SÚV can thus perform like a sports car, with a 0 to 62 mph time of just 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 147 mph. Despite its impressive performance, the CrossBlue Coupé has a combined fuel consumption of just 79 mpg in the new European driving cycle (NEDC). Even when the battery is fully discharged and the vehicle is running with just the TSI engine, the gas mileage is still impressive, at 34.1 mpg. With a 21.2 gallon gas tank, this gives a theoretical range of around 720 miles. The CrossBlue Coupé can be driven as zero emissions EV for up to 21 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 SÚV avant-garde. Dynamic exterior design
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An especially prominent feature of the elegant and clean interior is a horizontal dashboard graphic that extends into the side door trims. Úpscale materials abound in the cabin: velvety soft Nappa leather in 'Anthracite Pearl' and 'Asphalto'; chrome surfaces that are polished on top and sandblasted in a matte finish on their chamfered edges; dark aluminum; naturally-treated wood accents; and 'Graphite' colored Alcantara® for the roof pillars and headliner. Two-color configurable ambient lighting is matched to the vehicle drive mode: in 'Eco', it matches the 'CrossOrange' of the exterior paint and switches to red in 'Sport'. The interplay of forms, colors, and materials makes a typically masculine SÚV statement, combined with an urbane ambience.
On the next level down, an anthracite-colored spruce wood inlay extends into the door panels as well as down the center console. Below the wood inlay, there are panels covered in lighter 'Asphalto' Nappa leather, with the ambient lighting running in a narrow line between the wood and leather on the dashboard.Five comfortable seats. The seats are also upholstered in elegant Nappa leather. The individual seat panels are designed in either the dark 'Anthracite Pearl' or the contrasting 'Asphalto'. The shading visually emphasizes the sculpting of the seats themselves. The rear bench seat offers fore-and-aft adjustment, three backrest positions, and folds in a two-thirds/one-third fashion.The car comes to life. As soon as the driver's door is opened, the controls come to life. When the 'Engine' (Start) button is pressed, the switches for the climate and headlight control instantly lift from rest. At the same time, all of the display layouts appear on the monitors and the ambient lighting is activated. The uppermost level of the center console contains the buttons for the seat heaters and air circulation as well as the hazard lights switch. Beneath these, there are three knobs for the four-zone climate control: the left and right ones control the temperature, and the middle knob adjusts the fan level. Arranged conveniently on the right side, next to the shift lever grip, are the buttons for ESC deactivation (used when driving in deep snow, for example) and for the drive modes: 'Sport', 'Eco', 'Offroad', 'Charge', and 'EV' (electric driving). The shifter for the six-speed transmission has very short throws, thanks to a new drive-by-wire logic. Like a joystick, the lever continually returns to its middle position; the 'D', 'R' and 'N' positions are activated by a short flick and 'P' by a separate pushbutton that is integrated in the lever. Infotainment touchscreen. The central10.1-inch touchscreen has proximity sensors and is used to control all the infotainment and entertainment functions, as well as to access the status of the hybrid system. The type of representation changes according to the driving mode. For instance, when the 'Sport' mode is selected, buildings that are shown in the navigation display are 'suppressed' in the 3D map representation, receding for a clearer and less busy image during fast driving. On the other hand, an animated 3D representation is shown in the 'Eco' mode, in which buildings rise up on the horizon like the structures in the movie 'Inception'.Programmable instrument cluster. The instrument cluster is designed with analog gauges but is underpinned by user programmable software. The type of information changes between the 'Eco' and 'Sport' modes. In 'Eco' mode, the 'Powermeter' and battery status are two of the items shown in the left instrument, while the right one acts as speedometer and fuel gauge. The center dial is used to access functions such as gear selection, driving range, date and time, the weather, and navigation functionality such as distance to destination and points of interest. In 'Sport' mode, the left-hand instrument shows the tachometer and displays torque and battery status at its center. A mobile mini iPad® has been integrated in each of the head restraints of the first seating row, so that passengers in the rear seats can also fully enjoy the audio, video and online programs. Meanwhile, a Dynaudio® sound system delivers crystal-clear audio.Sophisticated drive technology
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Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc., an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWoA) is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VWoA's operations in the Únited States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Volkswagen Group is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. VWoA sells the Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Eos, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, CC, Tiguan, Touareg, and Routan vehicles through approximately 600 independent Ú.S. dealers. Visit Volkswagen of America online at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.Source - Volkswagen
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