VW Developing Hybrid Golf
Posted 30th November, 2006 in Volkswagen | 5 Comments
Volkswagen is developing a new compact hybrid system for the Golf.
Initial test results are pretty engouraging, with the Golf prototype using 10% less fuel than a conventional vehicle while running its engine, and saved another 15% while running in hybrid mode. Volkswagen says the hybrid components take up 50% less space than existing systems.
The test vehicle uses a lightweight electric CVT transmission which eliminates the tooth wheel used in current production hybrids. This ‘Mega’ gearbox is about the same size as a convention four-speed automatic transmission and weighs in at just 65kg. That’s around 35kg lighter than the E-CVT system used in the Toyota Prius.
[Source: Automobil Produktion]
1. 19th October, 2007 at 18:14 by Jack Bishop
Are ther any thouyghts on putting the Hybrid engine technologh in the “new Beetle?
2. 19th October, 2007 at 19:27 by Dave Munter
I’ve heard they won’t add a hybrid to the Beetle range until they bring out an all-new Beetle
Dave
3. 29th February, 2008 at 14:55 by Ronnie Glassburn
I would like an approximate price on the new hybrid Golf.
4. 29th February, 2008 at 17:01 by Warren M
They’re about to unveil a concept hybrid Golf, but no price yet Ronnie.
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