Volkswagen has already developed such a car and demonstrated pre-production versions to members of the motoring media last September. To manufacture and bring to the market such a car calls for large steps forward in technical innovation and production expertise. It would have to be versatile, safe, provide adequate space for four occupants and have an acceptable level of performance. The technologies developed to make it a reality will benefit other classes of car as well. The average fuel consumption of all cars will drop, and cars produced by the Volkswagen Group will become generally more economical with still lower impact on the environment.
Exhaust gases are catalyst treated.
Transmission Gears are fully automatic though the five ratios may be selected manually if desired. In automatic mode the transmission adopts the most fuel-efficient programme but maximum performance is always available by fully depressing the accelerator pedal. Weight Reduction Weight is reduced to 800kg from what would otherwise be just over 1000kg through the use of aluminium, plastic, magnesium and galvanised high strength steel. Through design and use of these materials strength, safety, vehicle life, and resistance to corrosion are not compromised. Aerodynamics Refinements to the standard Lupo include lower air resistance from a modified radiator intake.