Volkswagen's hyper-efficient XL1 edges closer to production - EvoXForums.com

testdummy · 01-17-2013, 08:40 PM

Filed under: Spy Photos, Coupe, Hybrid, Europe, Volkswagen, Diesel

The Volkswagen XL1 is marching ever closer to production. Spy photographers recently spotted the diesel hybrid prancing through the snow during a little winter testing, giving us our first look at the vehicle's daytime running lights, as well as the LED taillamps. The ultra-efficient two-door is said to be capable of returning up to 235 miles per gallon thanks to its two-cylinder diesel engine, 27-horsepower electric motor and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. We don't expect the car to be quick off the line, but it's hard to argue with triple-digit fuel economy numbers.

With its skinny tires and inset rear track, the XL1 should offer up interesting driving dynamics, too. All of the quirks of the XL1 can be attributed to the engineering quest for ever better fuel efficiency. Volkswagen says the car will have a slippery drag coefficient of just 0.186, which is far better than anything else on the road today.Volkswagen's hyper-efficient XL1 edges closer to production originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 17 Jan 2013 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments

More...

trick3d · 01-17-2013, 08:51 PM

most anorexic rear wheels I have seen on a vehicle EVAR!

is that cause of snow tires or something?

Techneecs · 01-17-2013, 08:57 PM

27 HP?....I drive a 100 HP car right now...I can't even imagine the balls this car lacks.

insane_DOHC · 01-17-2013, 09:13 PM

They always talk HP. I wonder how much torque it makes with a baby diesel engine and an electric motor.

RobNice · 01-18-2013, 02:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Techneecs

27 HP?....I drive a 100 HP car right now...I can't even imagine the balls this car lacks.

Thia would make this car a unick.

Techneecs · 01-18-2013, 12:25 PM

LMAO! truuuue

KickAss · 01-18-2013, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RobNice

Thia would make this car a unick.

I think you mean Eunuch.

RobNice · 01-19-2013, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KickAss

I think you mean Eunuch.

My bad I would know because I have balls.

Doubl-0 · 01-19-2013, 12:22 AM

Just add 75mm-100mm spacers in the back and you're good to go!

Gawd awful lookin car. It must be a REQUIREMENT to be the ugliest cars out there in order for manufacturers to put out hybrid/electric vehicles. Is it really that hard to make a NICE looking eco-friendly vehicle?

01-17-2013, 08:40 PM	#1
testdummy [Official forum bot] Join Date: Aug 2007 iTrader: (0) Posts: 12,217	Volkswagen's hyper-efficient XL1 edges closer to production Filed under: Spy Photos, Coupe, Hybrid, Europe, Volkswagen, Diesel The Volkswagen XL1 is marching ever closer to production. Spy photographers recently spotted the diesel hybrid prancing through the snow during a little winter testing, giving us our first look at the vehicle's daytime running lights, as well as the LED taillamps. The ultra-efficient two-door is said to be capable of returning up to 235 miles per gallon thanks to its two-cylinder diesel engine, 27-horsepower electric motor and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. We don't expect the car to be quick off the line, but it's hard to argue with triple-digit fuel economy numbers. With its skinny tires and inset rear track, the XL1 should offer up interesting driving dynamics, too. All of the quirks of the XL1 can be attributed to the engineering quest for ever better fuel efficiency. Volkswagen says the car will have a slippery drag coefficient of just 0.186, which is far better than anything else on the road today.Volkswagen's hyper-efficient XL1 edges closer to production originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 17 Jan 2013 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink \| Email this \| Comments More...

01-17-2013, 08:51 PM	#2
trick3d Forum Addict Join Date: May 2011 iTrader: (0) Location: Socal Posts: 5,824	most anorexic rear wheels I have seen on a vehicle EVAR! is that cause of snow tires or something? __________________ 2010 Stock Evo X SE Mods: RS Fog Delete, Unicorn Blood Injection.

01-17-2013, 08:57 PM	#3
Techneecs X-phile Join Date: May 2012 iTrader: (0) Location: VA Posts: 996	27 HP?....I drive a 100 HP car right now...I can't even imagine the balls this car lacks. __________________ http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30996 *4/27/10 - 12/11/12...so young...too soon* *Requiescat in Pace*

01-17-2013, 09:13 PM	#4
insane_DOHC Forum Lackey Join Date: Mar 2010 iTrader: (100) Location: ND Posts: 1,965	They always talk HP. I wonder how much torque it makes with a baby diesel engine and an electric motor. __________________ 2010 WW Evo GSR --- SSS, Navi, Aero package APC racing seats Streetglow underglow unsecurely fastened Rota Grids with Volk stickers Dropzone coilovers Roof scoop x2

01-18-2013, 12:25 PM	#6
Techneecs X-phile Join Date: May 2012 iTrader: (0) Location: VA Posts: 996	LMAO! truuuue __________________ http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30996 *4/27/10 - 12/11/12...so young...too soon* *Requiescat in Pace*

01-19-2013, 12:22 AM	#9
Doubl-0 X-phile Join Date: Jan 2010 iTrader: (100) Location: West L.A. Posts: 883	Just add 75mm-100mm spacers in the back and you're good to go! Gawd awful lookin car. It must be a REQUIREMENT to be the ugliest cars out there in order for manufacturers to put out hybrid/electric vehicles. Is it really that hard to make a NICE looking eco-friendly vehicle?

Remove Advertisements Sponsored Links
Evo X Forums Advertisement

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Groundbreaking pre-production Volkswagen XL1 caught testing on the ice	testdummy	Automotive News, Articles & Pics	2	03-19-2012 02:34 PM
2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe edges closer to production	testdummy	Automotive News, Articles & Pics	0	07-11-2011 11:10 PM
Report: 261-mpg Volkswagen XL1 to enter limited production	testdummy	Automotive News, Articles & Pics	4	01-27-2011 08:19 PM
Volkswagen brings XL1 Concept a step closer to reality	testdummy	Automotive News, Articles & Pics	0	01-25-2011 04:40 PM
Spy Shots: 2010 Jaguar XJ edges closer to production	testdummy	Automotive News, Articles & Pics	0	02-04-2009 10:00 PM