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Promised VW Passat plug-in hybrid to debut at Paris show; both sedan and wagon

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The MQB-based Passat GTE accelerates to 62 mph (100 km/h) in less than 8.0 seconds and achieves a top speed of more than 136 mph (219 km/h); in “E-Mode,” 80 mph (129 km/h). In addition, the innovative Active Info Display with specific displays will be also available as an option for the Passat GTE. Click to enlarge.

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Volkswagen unveils MEB-based I.D. CROZZ electric crossover concept in Shanghai; production in 2020

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CROZZ has 225 kW (302 hp) of output, a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h) and can cover up to 311 miles (500 km) (NEDC) on one battery charge. A new feature here is the ‘CleanAir’ menu, which shows information on the air quality and activates preconfigured climate settings. This is the third version of the new battery-electric I.D.

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Promised VW Passat plug-in hybrid to debut at Paris show; both sedan and wagon

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The MQB-based Passat GTE accelerates to 62 mph (100 km/h) in less than 8.0 seconds and achieves a top speed of more than 136 mph (219 km/h); in “E-Mode,” 80 mph (129 km/h). In addition, the innovative Active Info Display with specific displays will be also available as an option for the Passat GTE. Click to enlarge.

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Volkswagen unveils T-Prime Concept GTE AWD plug-in hybrid SUV at Auto China 2016

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seconds and has a top speed of 139 mph (224 km/h). The Active Info Display (interactive, digital instruments) and the screen of the infotainment system, which is curved for the first time in a vehicle, meld in the T-Prime Concept GTE to form the Curved Interaction Area—a multifunctional and interactive display landscape. inch screen.

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3rd generation BMW X5 to offer 5 diesel variants by end of year; more power, less fuel consumption

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The new BMW X5 xDrive30d has a 0-100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 6.9 The 0–100 km/h (62 mph) time of the BMW X5 M50d is 5.3 At the same time, ECO PRO mode also programs electrically powered functions such as the climate control, heated seats and heated exterior mirrors for more efficient energy management. seconds (–0.7

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Volkswagen introduces the Sport Coupé Concept GTE PHEV at Geneva; 118 mpg US

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The concept car, with a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), has an average combined fuel consumption (NEDC combined) of 2.0 In the sporty GTE mode, the 155 mph coupé accelerates from zero to 62 mph in 5.0 The instrument cluster is a prototype of a newly conceptualized Active Info Display with 3D graphics. Interior design.

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VW BUDD-e EV concept makes US auto show debut; 233-mile range based on EPA cycle; next-gen connectivity and HMI

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The front and rear motors power all four wheels and enable a top speed of 93 mph (150 km/h). The first component, Active Info Display, is a freely programmable instrument cluster located in front of the driver; the second is a head unit which was once a separate screen for the infotainment system. Drive, control, consume.

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