Electric Volkswagen BUDD-e Concept Makes U.S. Auto Show Debut
The Volkswagen BUDD-e made its U.S. auto show debut at the New York International Auto Show. This is the first vehicle based on the all-new Modular Electric Platform (MEB) that is designed specifically for plug-in vehicles. With a range of up to 373 miles, coupled with a charismatic, iconic design, this vehicle successfully incorporates Volkswagen’s heritage while providing a glimpse into the brand’s future.
BUDD-e is a mobile interface that connects the vehicle with the world around it, and is even capable of seamlessly communicating with a smart home or office. Touch and gesture control merge seamlessly and result in the removal of switches and buttons inside the cabin, individual displays that blend into large infotainment panels, and digital screens instead of analog mirrors. The convergence of these new, interactive infotainment and operating systems provides a view of potential applications in Volkswagen products in the next decade.
Golf SportWagen Limited Edition Offered As Value Model In Lineup
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced the release of the all-new Golf SportWagen Limited Edition, loaded with popular equipment, including an array of standard driver-assistance features. These include Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist).
On the inside, the Golf SportWagen Limited Edition comes standard with leatherette seating surfaces and KESSY keyless access with push-button start. Every vehicle is also equipped with heatable front seats and window washer nozzles, which were previously available only on the SE model.
The Golf SportWagen Limited Edition also features Volkswagen’s new MIB II infotainment system, which provides a comprehensive suite of connectivity features. The MIB II system offers USB and VW-Car Net App-Connect, allowing owners with these systems to access select apps from their smartphones directly through the vehicle’s head unit. Volkswagen of America is one of the first in the industry to support all three available connected car systems: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink.
The Golf SportWagen Limited Edition is equipped with a 1.8-liter turbocharged and direct-injection TSI four-cylinder engine that produces 170 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. On the highway, the vehicle achieves an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 35 mpg.
