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Driving with zero emissions: The
SUV can be turned into a zero emissions car either at the press of a
button or automatically. When its lithium-ion battery (energy capacity:
9.8 kWh) is fully charged, the CrossBlue can travel a distance of up to
14 miles in all-electric mode based on the US test cycle; in this mode,
its top speed is reduced from 127 mph (204 km/h) to 75 mph (120 km/h) to
achieve an optimal driving range. In the new European driving cycle
(NEDC), the CrossBlue attains an all-electric driving range of 33 km.
Important: it is not possible to directly compare driving ranges and
fuel economy values of the US and EU driving test cycles to one another,
since the tests are configured differently.
Spaciousness of a minivan:
Conceptually, the CrossBlue - equipped with its six individual seats -
combines the engine technology and visual impact of an SUV with the
spaciousness of a minivan. Its ride comfort makes the CrossBlue an ideal
cruiser; its good all-round visibility simplifies maneuvering; with ESP,
a four-wheel drive system and up to twelve airbags, the concept car
would also be a space cruiser of the safest kind.
Further developed Volkswagen styling:
The CrossBlue was designed in Germany under the leadership of Walter
de Silva (Head of Design, Volkswagen Group) and Klaus Bischoff (Head of
Design, Volkswagen Brand) – but in close coordination with Volkswagen of
America. The design effort merged the clean lines of German Volkswagen
“design DNA” with the masculine character of an American SUV. This
resulted in a very genuine car, which – although it is still a concept
car – does not rely on show effects at all, but instead offers a
near-production look at a potential new SUV model series from
Volkswagen.
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