Volkswagen Concept A Explained

Volkswagen Concept A
Manufacturer:	Volkswagen
Production:	2006 (Concept car)
Class:	Compact SUV (J)
Body Style:	5-door SUV
Layout:	F4 layout
Engine:	I4 TSI
Transmission:	6-speed automatic
Related:	Volkswagen Tiguan

The Volkswagen Concept A was a concept car created by German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen. It was introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show.^[1] The Concept A is a cross between a coupé and a crossover sports utility vehicle.^[2]

Description

The Concept A was powered by an I4 twincharger (TSI) engine with around 150 horsepower. It has all-wheel drive (AWD) with 4Motion and six gears with automatic transmission. The car's design was sporty but rugged.^[3] It is sometimes claimed as a cross between a coupé and a crossover sports utility vehicle because of this styling and design.^[4]

A production version of the Concept A, the Tiguan Compact SUV, was expected for sale in the end of 2008. It was launched at the end of 2007 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.^[5]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Volkswagen Concept A Photos: 2006 Geneva Motor Show. motortrend.com. 4 March 2006. 23 January 2021.
2. Web site: Volkswagen Concept A info @ ConceptCarz.com. conceptcarz.com. March 2006. 23 January 2021.
3. Web site: Volkswagen Concept A (2006). netcarshow.com. March 2006. 27 January 2021.
4. Web site: 2006 Volkswagen Concept A. automobilemag.com. 17 April 2006. 27 January 2021.
5. Web site: Frankfurt 2007: Volkswagen's production Tiguan graces the stage. autoblog.com. 14 September 2007. 23 January 2021.