Harry Plopper

Volkswagen Concept A

Volkswagen has revealed its latest design study, the Concept A, a crossover between a sports car and a compact SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle).

At 4,348 mm long and 1,854 mm wide, Concept A is 144 mm longer and 95 mm wider then the Golf Mk V. The height of Concept A is 1,551 mm, compared with 1,485 for the Golf; while its 2,602 mm wheelbase is 24 mm longer than the Golf’s.

The concept combines a sleek coupe-style silhouette with the raised stance of an SUV. At the front, the shield-like front grill which is common to the Passat and Jetta has been developed to emphasise Concept A’s off-road styling by forming part of the underbody protection. High-efficiency LED headlights add a further modern touch.

At the rear, Concept A has a practical hatchback tailgate; but this is coupled to a pick-up style fold-down rear section beneath the rear LED light clusters. This hatch can be opened independently and remain open while driving so long loads can be carried.

Concept A does away with the traditional B-pillar. It features opposing opening wing doors which allow easy access for front and rear passengers as well as giving a feeling of space and light. This airy feel is enhanced by Concept A’s concertina-style soft-top which slides all the way back to the C-pillar.

Inside are four sculpted, patent leather seats and ultra-modern facia with stylish and ergonomic controls.

Under the bonnet is a 150 PS TSI engine: this uses Volkswagen’s latest turbo and supercharger technology for maximum performance but minimum fuel consumption. Designers say alternative engines, including TDI diesel units, could also be used in the concept. Whatever its source, power is distributed via six-speed DSG automatic transmission to all four 20-inch wheels using the 4MOTION system currently employed in the range-topping Passat and Golf R32.

Concept A made its world debut today in Berlin and will be revealed to the public at the Geneva Auto Salon which starts at the end of this month. Production plans for the vehicle have not been confirmed. However, the concept further expands Volkswagen’s model range, at a time when customers’ needs continue to diversify

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siko

Weird but kinda cool... far from a production version though.

Yannis

My first reaction when i saw this concept was: WTF!

The production version (if there will be one) will be certainly toned down.

BMW_Dude

It looks amazing, really liking VWs new look!

siko

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Choleric

I wonder if this and the Q5 or 4 or whatever they call it will be on the same platform.

Also does anyone else feel like this resembles the steppenwolf from Audi some years back

Yannis

No. This car uses VW's PQ35 platform (with slightly elongated wheelbase) like Golf and A3 while Q5 will use B8 platform like the next A4 and new A5.

Among others:
PQ35=McPherson struts front + 4 link rear suspension
B8= Double wishbone + 5 link rear suspension (Audi calls the front suspension 4 link but it's essentially double wishbone)

Michael

Good off roader ehh?

People are getting obssesed with little critters like Jeep Wranlger. You should see what came out from Toyota the other day that I saw on TV.

It is ugly, at least to me, but it is incredible when it comes to off roading. I can't seem to find a pic right now though.

Yannis

Perhaps you mean Toyota FJ Cruiser?

Yannis

Does anyone know who Alexandra Neldel is? She was at the presentation.



VW's Wolfgang Bernhard in front of the new concept.

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