VW NMC

Volkswagen presented at the IAA in Beijing, China, a study that anticipates the future of the four-doors coupes of the German brand.

The VW NMC acronym for New Midsize Coupe is shorter in length than the VW Passat and Jetta and is based on a shortened derivation of the MQB platform. VW provides space for five occupants and 500 liters luggage .

The engine chosen for this study is the 2.0 TSI 220 hp mated to a dual-clutch seven-speed DSG gearbox. The VW NMC accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.5 it reaches 244 km / h top speed.

VW unveils E-Up

Volkswagen confirmed the production of the electric version of the VW Up!, The VW e-Up!,

That model will be shown officially at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September and will be available for order by the end of the year.

 The electric version of the Volkswagen Up! is equipped with a a 82 hp electric engine, powered by a battery pack placed on the floor. This engine provides the e-Up! with an acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 14 seconds and 135 km / h top speed.

The VW e-Up! autonomy is 150 km on a single charge and can recharge 80% of the battery in just half an hour.

VW E-Up pictures