BERLIN - A spokesman for VW, Ruth Holling, as reported by Autonews (22 / 8), confirming the breakthrough. VW Research Chief Juergen Leohold added, the car has better capabilities than the concept car of XL1-tech hybrid Super Efficient Vehicle (diesel engine and electric motor) which was introduced last January. XL1 produces fuel consumption 0.9 liters per 100 km or 111 km per liter diesel.
concept car of XL1-tech hybrid Super Efficient sportcars (diesel engine and electric motor)'s released last January
Volkswagen AG try to start before the Frankfurt Motor Show was held first showcased by the latest experimental car, electric-powered pure in Berlin, 8 September 2011. These products are created as one model of future vehicle concepts that promote environmentally friendly technologies and pollution-free air.
Martin Winterkorn, VW boss expect global demand for electric cars could reach 3 percent of the total world market in 2018, about 10 million units with several types of vehicles including sport utility vehicles and minibuses. As an early stage, VW says ready to mass-market electric cars debut Up from 2013. Vehicles will be exhibited at the Frankfurt Motor Show, September 2011.
But, Leohold not want to explain further about speed or technical specifications. This car was created to show how far the technology developed and the seriousness of the companies working on electric cars.
