Hybrid

Audi A3 e-tron Concept (2013)

The Audi A3 e-tron combustion engine is a modified 1.4 TFSI producing 110 kW (150 hp). A clutch links the TFSI to an electric motor with an output of 75 kW. The disc-shaped electric motor is integrated into a newly designed six-speed e-S tronic, which transfers the power to the front wheels. The two powerplants complement one another. The electric motor delivers its peak torque from start to around 2000 rpm, and the TFSI’s maximum pulling power... 

Nissan Resonance Concept (2013)

The front exterior design shows the V-Motion, which starts from the front grille, moves through the bonnet and resonates with the iconic boomerang shaped headlights. The body is strengthened by powerful surfaces and provocative lines and is accented by the flow through the car to the kick-up shape at the rear. These distinct details give the crossover a very advanced yet spacious impression. The body colour, named Flare Orange, adds even more energy... 

BMW Active Tourer Concept (2012)

The new BMW Active Tourer Concept combines compact dimensions and an attractive, sporty design with hallmark BMW quality. With an exterior length of 4,350 millimetres, a width of 1,834 millimetres and a total height of 1,560 millimetres, the BMW Active Tourer Concept is geared towards customers of the premium segment who appreciate a high level of comfort, a raised seating position and a generous amount of space. A long wheelbase of 2,670 millimetres,... 

Lexus LF-LC Blue Concept (2012)

The all-new Opal Blue exterior is inspired by the lustrous base colour found in the naturally occurring semi-precious opal stone of outback Australia. Beneath the blue skin LF-LC combines advanced technologies and materials with organic design, giving an insight into what the future of sports cars may hold. Central to the concept is a suite of advanced materials and technologies, including lightweight carbon fibre and the next generation of Lexus’... 

Audi Crosslane Coupe Concept Car (2013)

With a Multimaterial Space Frame, the vehicle concept strikes out along entirely new paths with regard to weight, costs and energy usage over its lifecycle, and is an evolutionary stage of Audi ultra – the lightweight construction principle from Audi. The Multimaterial Space Frame of the compact Audi crosslane coupé is comprised of three materials – aluminum, carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP), and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP). The... 

Volkswagen E-Bugster Concept (2012)

An electric motor provides the E-Bugster with 85 kWh (115 PS) of power, which can propel it from 0 to 60 mph in 10.9 seconds, and yet offers a range of at least 110 miles from the 28.3 kWh lithium-ion batteries. If the E-Bugster needs a top-up, a fast-charging function allows complete recharging in just 35 minutes from a specialist DC source, or slower charging from an AC source such as a 230-volt domestic outlet. The E-Bugster also charges itself... 

Volkswagen Cross Coupe Concept (2012)

At a length of 4,357 mm, the Cross Coupu is longer than a Golf and shorter than a Tiguan. The vehicle’s width (1,868 mm) and height (1,523 mm) are positioned exactly between these two bestsellers as well. The concept vehicle’s wheelbase of 2,630 mm is clearly long relative to its overall length (52 mm longer than in the Golf, 26 mm more than the Tiguan). This makes the body overhangs short (855 mm in front, 860 mm at rear), and in the interplay... 

Italdesign Giugiaro Brivido Concept (2012)

For its 42nd appearance at the Geneva International Motor Show, Italdesign Giugiaro makes the world premiere of a functional, hybrid, four-seat prototype developed on a mechanics of the Volkswagen Group. Capable of reaching 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, with a maximum speed of 275 km/h without compromising on-board comfort or space, and inspired by technological innovation, the name of the car-Brivido (“Thrill”)-sums up its soul. Aluminium,... 

Nissan PIVO 3 Concept (2011)

Nissan PIVO 3 is designed as the smart urban commuter Electric Vehicle of the near future. The concept car will be showcased at the upcoming 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, alongside the other two EV concepts namely the ESFLOW and the TOWNPOD as well as a selection of new production vehicles and prototypes. Nissan PIVO 3 Concept features Automated Valet Parking (AVP) which enables the car to automatically drive, locate a parking space and park without driver... 

Kia USTCC Optima Hybrid Pace Car (2012)

Kia will return to the track with the USTCC in 2012 with the stylish and fuel-efficient Optima Hybrid replacing the Soul at the front of the pack. This is a continuation of Kia’s championship winning Forte Koup motorsports program, which bring Kia Soul as the official Safety Car of the United States Touring Car Championship (USTCC) since March 2010. The USTCC Safety Car will lead the racing field during warm-up and caution flag laps to ensure...