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Volkswagen XL1
Do they *have* to cover the back wheels? Ugh.
No, its not a concept car or some elaborate sci-fi movie set prop, this is Volkswagen's most radical car they've ever put into production, the XL1 plug-in hybrid. The unique body isn't just for looks, the aerodynamic shell and low center of gravity optimizes performance and fuel efficiency. Inside, the car is powered by a two-cylinder TDI diesel and a lithium-ion powered electric motor that can cover a range of up to 30 miles without sipping one ounce of fuel. Now, its not the speediest car on the road with a 0-62 time of 12.7 seconds (100 mph top speed), though you can bet it will turn more than a few heads when it finally hits showrooms sometime this year. VW  
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02-21-2013, 05:16 PM
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And probably not coming to the US either...
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02-21-2013, 05:21 PM
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Much better.
 
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02-21-2013, 05:25 PM
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Cover all 4 wheels, please. They're hideous.
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02-21-2013, 05:41 PM
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Just as fugly as this thing;
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Nothing wrong with that car that fire can't fix.
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02-21-2013, 06:34 PM
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It looks different. On the roads of today, that alone is a step in the right direction.
The other day I spent 3 minutes admiring a Citroen Ami 8 Break - Google it and you'll see why that is quite an act - just because it wasn't like every other car on the street.
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02-21-2013, 06:56 PM
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02-21-2013, 07:18 PM
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GL backing that thing up.
Otherwise looks cool. This will be very hip in CA, I am sure. A Prius is a common commuter now and not a way to make a statement any more. I'll buy it if it charges on a wall socket (110/220). G |
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02-21-2013, 07:24 PM
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wonder who makes the batteries for it, are they buying them from Fisker or Tesla?
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02-21-2013, 07:52 PM
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I'm surprised no one mentioned the coolest stats:
Official euro rating 261 mpg All carbon fiber construction, weighs only 1,795 lbs 47hp 800cc diesel twin 27hp electric motor Both feed into a twin-clutch DSG Slippery shape (cd 0.189) and low friction means in takes only 8.3 hp to cruise at 62 mph They are TEENIE two seaters, significantly smaller than a Miata They will not be for sale, only lease, and only 50 will be built
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02-21-2013, 08:09 PM
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Man, great stats. But lame on the 50 models and lease only. How do I get a reservation? VW dealer?
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02-21-2013, 08:44 PM
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They won't be available in the US
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02-21-2013, 08:51 PM
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isn't this for some Euro prize to build a car that goes xxx km on 1 liter of fuel?
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02-21-2013, 08:54 PM
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You forgot to mention the price... $100,000!!! No thanks!!
And I had a Honda Insight I used as a beater/work car. Was a wonderful little car. I could get 90 US MPG with it. All aluminum. 1,850 lbs.
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02-21-2013, 08:57 PM
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Well, I'm not impressed. That styling is very derivative, IMO.
  
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02-21-2013, 09:15 PM
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Fender skirts return!
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02-21-2013, 10:46 PM
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poodle skirts will return also
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02-22-2013, 12:51 PM
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Gon fix it with me hammer
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I would sacrifice an MPG or two and drive that car without the skirts. My wife already has a 97 Cabrio, and my daughter drives an 03 Jetta.
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02-22-2013, 01:13 PM
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1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2
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