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

[will-couvillier.livejournal.com]

"sells 'em at a reasonable price"

Half the car at twice the price! Joking aside, it looks a cool deal. I doubt I could fit one, though. I be big guy problems...

[will-couvillier.livejournal.com]

A little further research mentions that VW at the prototype stage couldn't produce this type of vehicle for better than $25K. Also, top speed is 75mph (prototype) Here in NV that is the HW speed cross-state. Not too bad for a sweet little diesel.

[mckitterick.livejournal.com]

Yeah, for people to buy them, I think they'll need to keep the price around what a Prius costs (about $25k). However, low production & high-tech construction will be pricey, so I bet it'll cost between $25k and $30k.

I'd buy one.

[kalimeg.livejournal.com]

Why? A Yaris is 13K.

[mckitterick.livejournal.com]

Meh, it only gets 34/40mpg. If you really want good mileage and cheap, you want a Tata Nano.