New VW Bus - Concept Bulli

Back in 1950, Volkswagen engineers called it the Transporter 1, or T1. Americans later called it the Microbus. But Germans always labeled it the Bulli, and in 2011, the Bulli is back. This time, however, no fossil fuel-fed mill can be found under the rear hatch.
The six-passenger Bulli concept you see here is a reinterpretation of a reinterpretation. At the 2001 Detroit Auto Show, VW rolled out its first Microbus concept powered by a 3.2-liter V-6. Nowadays, priorities have changed, and the internal combustion engine is replaced by an 85 kilowatt electric motor with 199 pound-feet of torque.
A 40-kilowatt-hour battery cell resides under the flat floor and can propel the 3190-pound, front-wheel-drive bus to 62 mph from a standstill in 11.5 seconds. Top speed is limited to 87 mph. Engineers say the new Bulli can travel 186.4 miles on a single charge -- far more than the Nissan Leaf's claimed 100-mile range. A full charge can be had in an amazing 60 minutes when it's plugged into the correct power outlet (what voltage outlet was not specified).
The front hatch was constructed to accommodate a multitude of Volkswagen mills, including 1.0-liter and 1.4-liter gas or diesel direct-injection engines. So those wanting some classic gasoline powered fun could theoretically have it if the Bulli hits production lines.
Designers wanted to stay true to Ben Pon's original bus design by maintaining simplicity. Blunt ends with short overhangs define the vehicle, as do extra-large badges and wide windows that allow a multitude of light inside.
The cabin space continues on as a simple environment. Two bench seats can be folded in a variety of ways, or if need be, the entire rear bench can be completely stowed. An iPad serves as the main passenger interface and controls entertainment, Bluetooth, and navigation functions.
So we have to ask: Do you want the Bulli back?
We'll have more information on the newest Bulli, so stay tuned...

Read more: http://wot.motortrend.com/bus-volkswagen-bulli-reinvented-new-ev-concept-3513...

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[R2TKM]

Could someone please tell me waht the music in the background is?

[GusBrazilBoy]

@R2TKM Hi! I took this music from "Dead Island" video trailer. Search on YouTube. Thanks for comments!

[derbyshirebob]

Great !!......I'll have one of those..what's the delivery time ??

[GusBrazilBoy]

2012?

[aperilousfixation]

It's a mini-van that is riding on the micro's coat tail. It's nothing I would buy. 

[Gigobyte13]

i love the idea of them bringing back the bus...but nothing is replacing the old bus..i hope to one day own a bus,neatest things in the world

[sharon43327]

All I can say is SWEET !!!!!

[apikunst]

Die Aufnahme ist von unten gemacht, damit dieser Gnom Größe zeigen kann....

Micro ist passend, der ist doch nicht die Rede wert.

Ein Singlefahrzeug im Matchbox Format, zu klein, und für einen Gruppenausflug nur im Convoy zu gebrauchen,- jeder fährt selbst Ausflug....

Das Modell von 2001 ist ein Bulli Revival!

Das Teil hier finde ich grauenvoll, häßlich und ich kann mir gut vorstellen, dass es als China-Plagiat gute Chancen hätte.

Arne Pieczaro Künstler Hamburg

[szaki]

Looks one of those Asian square/box style cars!

[DJTEVAdotCOM]

its a party bus for the new generation...i want one.

[wolf2r1]

Trying to bring back the 70's - Epic Fail

[LeanDreMPeters]

this isnt a concept anymore. they said its comming out in 2014 last night on fox i thinkit wuz

[Llamasissmartisays]

Its iron mans helmet

[CODkillfreak]

future hippi van