Volkswagen has presented the new C Coupé GTE at Auto Shanghai. This four-door concept car combines exclusivity, perfection and passion. The C Coupé GTE is powered by an innovative plug-in hybrid drive system. The C Coupé GTE illustrates a new design approach for Volkswagen’s top future saloons.
The plug-in hybrid system consists of a turbocharged petrol direct-injection engine (TSI) with four cylinders, an 8-speed automatic gearbox with an electric motor integrated in the gearbox module and a lithium-ion battery. The TSI engine produces 210 PS, while the electric motor has a power output of 124 PS. The hybrid drive develops a system power of 245 PS and an impressive system torque of 500 Nm. The battery integrated at the rear can be charged while driving or while parked.
The C Coupé GTE can also be powered all-electrically offering a range of 30 miles. Despite its frugality and efficiency this Volkswagen accelerates to 62 mph in 8.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 144 mph.
The C Coupé GTE will go into production at the end of 2016.
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