Volkswagen Microbus Concept
The Microbus is the latest in a line of interesting concepts from the Volkswagen Audi Group. This particular vehicle appears destined for production in a very close format to the concept. VW believe there is not only a strong market for people-carriers in the US but also vehicles which have a particular character or heritage.
| The Microbus was designed in the Volkswagen design studio in California for the US market. The concept builds on the original design and innovation of the first Microbus launched in 1950. The original reached cult status in the US and Europe and the new concept is designed to build on that success. Despite the obvious similarities and evolution, VW are keen to emphasise that this is a truly modern vehicle designed to become a classic in its own right. |
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VW say that the modernity and unique nature of the vehicle is demonstrated on the Microbus by the striking front with particularly thin-line Xenon headlights, the design of the side windows and the large sliding doors. These open and close electronically at the push of a button. The wide wheel arches guarantee a dynamic appearance. They provide the space for the specially designed 20" alloy wheels.
The Microbus offers three rows of seats. The middle centre seats can be turned through 180 degrees and the third row has been designed as a bench seat. All passengers have the protection of an integral seat belt. Intelligent features such as these are characteristic of many features in the interior. The Microbus can be transformed into a veritable car cinema: The appropriate visual images are provided by a seven-inch screen in the centre console, four monitors in the backrests of the first and second rows as well as two extendable displays between the second and third rows. A second seven-inch screen, located towards the front of the roof area, provides a view of what is behind the Microbus. The picture is provided by a so-called 'backeye' camera. Along with both the exterior mirrors, this provides a comprehensive view of what is behind the vehicle. |
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