Volkswagen to build the "1-Liter" car in 2010

[mckitterick]

With fuel prices going crazy and global warming on everyone's minds, it's really exciting to see a car company step forward and offer a car like this. Tiny engine (333cc), ultra-lightweight construction (carbon-fiber skin and magnesium frame), aircraft-slick aerodynamics (passenger sits behind driver), and - get this - 235 miles per gallon (that's 1 liter of fuel per 100 km, hence the name).

Plus, I think it looks cool:

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It looks not-unlike the enclosed design I plan for my Lil' Vehicle of Danger. Let's hope Volkswagen follows through, builds enough for demand, and sells 'em at a reasonable price!

Chris

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Comments

[stuology.livejournal.com]

It definitely looks cooler than the current European mini-cars. It would be great for a trip for 4 adults and two kids...oh, wait...no.

It would be a nice commuter car for non-carpoolers, or a run errands around town car as long as you aren't picking up too much stuff on your errands. It could be a carpool car for two if the back seat person doesn't mind having both people's take-to-work crap on his lap.

I wonder how well it can pull a hill?

[mckitterick.livejournal.com]

Yeah, it's very much a commuter and runabout. But it does have a big trunk in the back, too!

[stuology.livejournal.com]

All it needs is neon Tron lights.

[mckitterick.livejournal.com]

Aw, yeah!