Volkswagen Jetta CC unveiled
12.01.2010 - Andy Goodwin
(14)
These are the first pictures of Volkswagen's sexy new hybrid coupe. The Volkswagen New Compact Coupe (NCC) will sit between the Scirocco and Passat CC in VW's model line-up when it arrives in Europe.
Unveiled today at the North American International Motor Show in Detroit, the Volkswagen Jetta-based coupe boasts impressive eco-credentials as well as good looks.
Volkswagen claims it can return 67mpg on the combined cycle, while emitting just 98g/km of CO2. And it's no slouch, hitting 62mph from rest in 8.1 seconds and reaching a top speed of 141mph.
The hybrid powertrain combines Volkswagen's 148bhp TSI 1.4-litre petrol engine with a 27bhp electric motor, lithium batteries and seven-speed DSG semi-automatic gearbox.
At low speeds the Volkswagen NCC can be powered by just the electric motor and batteries, making the coupe a full hybrid vehicle.
Inside, the NCC is a four-seater with two individually sculpted rear seats and a 380 litre boot. The concept car interior features an eight-inch touchscreen located in the centre of the dashboard and attractive - but unlikely for production - white and grey materials covering the seats and dashboard.
There are currently more than 500 used Volkswagen Jettas for sale on Auto Trader.
