Volkswagen has presented the new C Coupe GTE at Auto Shanghai 2015. This four-door concept car for the Chinese market – which is over five metres in length – combines exclusivity, perfection and passion. The progressive C Coupé GTE illustrates a new design approach for Volkswagen’s top future saloons. Its contemporary form is impressive from all angles: while its long bonnet conveys a confident appearance, from the side, the four-door C Coupé GTE shows elegant lines, low-profile side windows and horizontal character line that is formed by two lines. From the rear, this structure comes together distinctively, emphasising the vehicle’s width.
The C Coupe GTE has one of the world’s most advanced plug-in hybrid drive systems. It consists of a turbocharged petrol direct-injection engine with four cylinders,an 8-speed automatic gearbox, an electric motor integrated in the gearbox module and a lithium-ion battery. The TSI engine produces 210bhp, while the electric motor has a power output of 124bhp. The hybrid drive develops a system power of 245bhp and an impressive system torque of 50 Nm. The battery integrated at the rear can be charged while driving or while parked.
The C Coupe GTE can also be powered all-electrically up to a speed of 130 kmph. This mode enables driving with zero local emissions and a range of 50 kilometres. The car’s combined fuel consumption is 2.3 litres per 100 kilometres. The car’s total driving range is over 800 kilometres. Despite its excellent fuel efficiency, the C Coupé GTE also has sporty ambitions. This Volkswagen accelerates to 100kmph in 8.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 232 kmph. That is very impressive indeed.
