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Volkswagen has revealed its latest SUV concept, a full-size model called T-Prime, in Beijing.
The German carmaker brought an exhibit which looks close to production at this year’s Beijing Auto Show, but the T-Prime is just an example of how the upcoming Touareg wil be designed. For instance, the concept car features a new type of infotainment system, called Curved Interaction Area.
Instead of conventional controls, the T-Prime merges every command under a sheet of transparent glass, from where the driver can operate the multimedia unit. The concept also features voice and gesture control, touch-sensitive surfaces, and an electronically operated gear selector.
The gauge cluster is fully digital, and the dash is dominated by a massive touchscreen display, used for the new multimedia unit. Conventional buttons and controls are eliminated and replaced with touch controls.
Concerning exterior design, the T-Prime concept GTE has a look that could easily be interpreted as ready for production. The body features production mirrors, door handles, and even protective trim on the doors to prevent minor scratches when opening them in a cramped space.
In this regard, we must also mention the look of the front grille and the integration of individual trim elements within the headlamps. The front bumper features a C-shaped LED strip instead of regular fog lights, and the stoplights have a new interior graphic, as well as a fresh shape.
The Volkswagen T-Prime Concept GTE has a 0-60 MPH (96 km/h) time of 6.0 seconds and a top speed of 139 MPH (223 km/h). Volkswagen announced the estimated range of this vehicle, which is 31 miles in the fully electric mode, while the NEDC fuel consumption is rated at 87 mpg (2.7 liters/100 km) in the mixed driving cycle currently used in Europe.
The fuel economy figures are impressive for a full-size SUV, even if we are talking about a plug-in hybrid. Volkswagen’s latest concept features 4Motion all-wheel drive with a hybrid drivetrain which delivers 375 HP and 516 lb-Ft of torque (700 Nm). The powertrain consists of a 2.0-liter TSI four-cylinder turbo engine with an output of 248 HP, assisted by an electric motor which provides 134 HP.
The eight-speed automatic gearbox fitted on this vehicle integrates a limited-slip differential, which distributes power to the front and rear wheels. Both engines are placed under the hood.
The high-voltage battery has a capacity of 14.1 kWh, and it helps the SUV start in E-Mode every time. From an entirely low state, the battery is charged in eight hours from a 220-Volt outlet, while public recharging stations with a 7.2 kW power can recharge it in just two and a half hours.
Instead of conventional controls, the T-Prime merges every command under a sheet of transparent glass, from where the driver can operate the multimedia unit. The concept also features voice and gesture control, touch-sensitive surfaces, and an electronically operated gear selector.
The gauge cluster is fully digital, and the dash is dominated by a massive touchscreen display, used for the new multimedia unit. Conventional buttons and controls are eliminated and replaced with touch controls.
Concerning exterior design, the T-Prime concept GTE has a look that could easily be interpreted as ready for production. The body features production mirrors, door handles, and even protective trim on the doors to prevent minor scratches when opening them in a cramped space.
In this regard, we must also mention the look of the front grille and the integration of individual trim elements within the headlamps. The front bumper features a C-shaped LED strip instead of regular fog lights, and the stoplights have a new interior graphic, as well as a fresh shape.
The Volkswagen T-Prime Concept GTE has a 0-60 MPH (96 km/h) time of 6.0 seconds and a top speed of 139 MPH (223 km/h). Volkswagen announced the estimated range of this vehicle, which is 31 miles in the fully electric mode, while the NEDC fuel consumption is rated at 87 mpg (2.7 liters/100 km) in the mixed driving cycle currently used in Europe.
The fuel economy figures are impressive for a full-size SUV, even if we are talking about a plug-in hybrid. Volkswagen’s latest concept features 4Motion all-wheel drive with a hybrid drivetrain which delivers 375 HP and 516 lb-Ft of torque (700 Nm). The powertrain consists of a 2.0-liter TSI four-cylinder turbo engine with an output of 248 HP, assisted by an electric motor which provides 134 HP.
The eight-speed automatic gearbox fitted on this vehicle integrates a limited-slip differential, which distributes power to the front and rear wheels. Both engines are placed under the hood.
The high-voltage battery has a capacity of 14.1 kWh, and it helps the SUV start in E-Mode every time. From an entirely low state, the battery is charged in eight hours from a 220-Volt outlet, while public recharging stations with a 7.2 kW power can recharge it in just two and a half hours.
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