Volkswagen unveils the all new e-BULLI concept vehicle
21 Mar 2020|4,010 views
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) is presenting for the first time the e-BULLI, an all electric vehicle that produces zero emissions on the road. The stage for the world premiere was supposed to be Techno Classica 2020. But as the event has been postponed, VWCV has now opted to present the concept car virtually.
Equipped with the drive system components of the latest Volkswagen electric vehicles, the concept vehicle is based on a T1 Samba Bus, produced in 1966 and comprehensively restored.
The silent Volkswagen electric motor delivers 82bhp with a maximum torque of 212Nm through a one-speed gearbox.
The drive system is coupled with the gear lever, which is now positioned between driver and front passenger seat. In position 'B', the driver can vary the degree of engine braking. The e-BULLI reaches an electronically limited top speed of 130km/h.
The lithium-ion battery's usable energy capacity is 45kWh and is housed centrally in the vehicle floor, lowering the e-BULLI's centre of gravity and thus improving its driving characteristics. The battery is charged via a combined charging system socket and charges up to 80% in 40 minutes. The range on one full charge is more than 200km.
Ride quality is guaranteed to be different from from the T1, with the e-BULLI utilising multi-link front and rear axles with adjustable shock absorbers and coilover struts, plus a new rack-and-pinion steering system and four internally ventilated disc brakes.
The new look and corresponding technical solutions were developed by the VWCV design centre in cooperation with VWCV Vintage Vehicles and the Communications department.
The designers modernised the exterior with a two-tone paintwork finish in 'Energetic Orange Metallic' and 'Golden Sand Metallic Matte', new round LED headlamps with daytime running lights and LED charge indicators that signal how much charge the battery has.
The cockpit, too, has been sensitively modernised.
While the new speedometer is based on the original, an integrated two-digit display links it to the modern era. This digital display in the otherwise analogue speedometer provides the driver with a variety of information, including range. LEDs also indicate whether the parking brake is on, or if the charging connector is plugged in.
A multitude of further information is shown via a tablet integrated into the roof console. Volkswagen 'We Connect' can also call up information online by smartphone app or via a PC, and a corresponding web portal will show remaining charge time, current range, kilometres travelled, trip times, energy consumption and recuperation.
The authentic-looking retro-style radio is equipped with cutting edge technology such as DAB+, Bluetooth and a USB port. The radio is also linked to a sound system with out-of-sight components, including an active subwoofer.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) is presenting for the first time the e-BULLI, an all electric vehicle that produces zero emissions on the road. The stage for the world premiere was supposed to be Techno Classica 2020. But as the event has been postponed, VWCV has now opted to present the concept car virtually.
Equipped with the drive system components of the latest Volkswagen electric vehicles, the concept vehicle is based on a T1 Samba Bus, produced in 1966 and comprehensively restored.
The silent Volkswagen electric motor delivers 82bhp with a maximum torque of 212Nm through a one-speed gearbox.
The drive system is coupled with the gear lever, which is now positioned between driver and front passenger seat. In position 'B', the driver can vary the degree of engine braking. The e-BULLI reaches an electronically limited top speed of 130km/h.
The lithium-ion battery's usable energy capacity is 45kWh and is housed centrally in the vehicle floor, lowering the e-BULLI's centre of gravity and thus improving its driving characteristics. The battery is charged via a combined charging system socket and charges up to 80% in 40 minutes. The range on one full charge is more than 200km.
Ride quality is guaranteed to be different from from the T1, with the e-BULLI utilising multi-link front and rear axles with adjustable shock absorbers and coilover struts, plus a new rack-and-pinion steering system and four internally ventilated disc brakes.
The new look and corresponding technical solutions were developed by the VWCV design centre in cooperation with VWCV Vintage Vehicles and the Communications department.
The designers modernised the exterior with a two-tone paintwork finish in 'Energetic Orange Metallic' and 'Golden Sand Metallic Matte', new round LED headlamps with daytime running lights and LED charge indicators that signal how much charge the battery has.
The cockpit, too, has been sensitively modernised.
While the new speedometer is based on the original, an integrated two-digit display links it to the modern era. This digital display in the otherwise analogue speedometer provides the driver with a variety of information, including range. LEDs also indicate whether the parking brake is on, or if the charging connector is plugged in.
A multitude of further information is shown via a tablet integrated into the roof console. Volkswagen 'We Connect' can also call up information online by smartphone app or via a PC, and a corresponding web portal will show remaining charge time, current range, kilometres travelled, trip times, energy consumption and recuperation.
The authentic-looking retro-style radio is equipped with cutting edge technology such as DAB+, Bluetooth and a USB port. The radio is also linked to a sound system with out-of-sight components, including an active subwoofer.
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