Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupe Concept to debut at 2013 LA Motor Show

Volkswagen revealed its CrossBlue Coupe Concept, which is scheduled to make its debut at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show. It 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 415bhp. It can accelerate to 96kmph from stand still in just 5.8 seconds and attains a top speed of 236kmph.

Klaus Bischoff, Head of Design for the Volkswagen Brand, says: “The disproportionate growth in the SUV 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 SUV models.”

Despite its impressive performance, the CrossBlue Coupe has a manufacturer estimated combined fuel consumption of 70MPGe (29kmpl). In hybrid mode, it allows for a theoretical range of around 570 miles (970 kilometers). It can be driven as a zero emissions EV for up to 20km at a maximum speed of 120kmph.

The concept vehicles is based on the new Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB) platform, and it could be fitted with conventional four- and six-cylinder engines running on a variety of fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and CNG.

The CrossBlue Coupe is exactly 192.5 inches long, 79.3 inches wide , and 66.1 inches high. It has a long 117.3-inch wheelbase, and large 22-inch aluminum-alloy wheels that are shod with 285/40 tires that were specially designed for the concept car.