Diesel-Electric Volkswagen Golf Concept To Debut At Geneva Auto Show
With a fuel economy of 83.1 miles per gallon and carbon emissions lower than the Toyota Prius, Volkswagen will be joining the crusade of green cars with its new diesel-electric powered Golf hatchback concept, treehugger.com reports.
The diesel engine utilized in this new Volkswagen vehicle was specially made to suit the strict emission standard criteria in United States. This concept from Germany-based automaker Volkswagen will be launched at the upcoming Geneva International Auto Show.
According to a reliable source, studies on the feasibility of Volkswagen hybrid vehicles have been made since the early ‘90s but it was only in 2004 that a diesel-electric hybrid was showcased during an eco-car rally held in Shanghai, China.
The Volkswagen Golf hatchback is more popularly known as Rabbit in US. According to volkswagen.com, it is the best-selling car in Europe since its debut 30 years ago. It boasts of exquisite driving dynamics, a cutting-edge drivetrain technology, unparalleled safety and diversity of styles. Inside, it features comfortable seats with adjustable rear seats and bigger loading space. Safety is also a top priority in Volkswagen’s Golf. It is equipped with traction control and state-of-the-art anti-lock braking system.
Volkswagen is considered as the world’s fourth largest automaker next to General Motors, Toyota and Ford.
