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The extremely efficient Volkswagen XL1 Concept introduced at Qatar

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It seems that the Germans from Volkswagen changed the name of the extremely fuel efficient concept from L1 to XL1 and released few extra details and videos for this concept which is closer and closer to the series production but however still a concept.

Volkswagen XL1 Concept
Volkswagen XL1 Concept

The innovative lightweight vehicle which weighs just 380 kilograms comes with a two-cylinder TDI engine together with an electric unit which offer together 75 horsepower. The driving range of the XL1 concept is 35 kilometers fully electric while the fuel consumption stops at 0,9 l/100 km when using the diesel engine.

Volkswagen XL1 Concept
Volkswagen XL1 Concept

The new Volkswagen XL1 which has been revealed at the Qatar Auto Show differs inside comparing to the earlier L1 concept through the alignement of the seats. The drag coefficient is also a very strong point of the German concept, just 0,186 while the carbon fiber chassis offers a very lightweight structure. The hybrid German model can be charged at a normal outlet and it is expected to see a limiter edition of this model soon.

Volkswagen XL1 Concept
Volkswagen XL1 Concept

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Andrei is one of the oldest automotive journalists of Automotorblog and has written more than 3000 articles for our publication. He has been passionate about cars since he was a small child, and he joined our team of writers in 2009. In addition to his passion for cars, he is also passionate about music. In his free time, he composes songs and sings them, which also brought him real success in the musical field.

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