While the Concept T probably has as much of a chance reemerging on the showroom floor as a born again Thing, it's an experiment in design that also celebrates VW's regular attendance in the grueling Paris-Dakar rally. While this year's entry was based on the Touareg SUV, last year's (also named Touareg) was more of a dune buggy.
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| At just over four meters in length, the Concept T is smaller than the Mk V Golf, and roughly the same size as the New Beetle. (Photo: Volkswagen Canada) |
But the Concept T is much more stylish. While a display of future possibilities, the multi-functional car features several design cues that reflect current shapes. At just over four meters in length, the Concept T is smaller than the Mk V Golf, and roughly the same size as the New Beetle. Strangely, this one is a strict two-seater as opposed to a 2+2 - evidently three's a crowd. Technical highlights on the body include 'wing' doors, which are hinged in such a manner to allow the door to move outwards upwards as they open on an angle. They reportedly don't require much space for an easy entry and exit.
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| Technical highlights on the concept include 'wing' doors, which are hinged in such a manner to allow the door to move outwards upwards as they open on an angle. (Photo: Volkswagen Canada) |
At this point, you might be asking yourself what kind of design cues the Concept T will be offering VW's mainstream lineup. First up are the headlights, which are comprised of high-power LEDs, encased in a rather technical and intricate design pattern. A central pod (the main beam) is surrounded by an orange turn signal indicator, all of which is outlined in black. This lighting theme was first seen on the Concept R roadster that debuted last fall in Frankfurt, having been carried almost directly over.