Volkswagen Bulli Concept

13 years, 1 month ago - 1 March 2011
Volkswagen Bulli Concept
Over ten year later after Volkswagen killed its Microbus concept, the German carmaker trying to roll out the concept again at this year's Geneva Motor Show.

This time it's named the Volkswagen Bulli, and like its 2001 predecessor, this one is designed to carry on the legacy of the brand's famous Microbus. This Geneva concept packs a 113-horsepower electric motor drawing power from a lithium-ion battery pack. At full charge, the Bulli is said to be supposedly good for 300 km before a recharge. Moreover VW says the Bulli can be fully charged in less than an hour.

The Bulli's skin remains quite true to the original Microbus shape, which means a flat load floor and plenty of interior space. Even old-school Samba fans will notice the family similarity. Inside, VW equipped the Bulli with a removable iPad that controls the stereo, navigation, bluetooth and HVAC from its port on the console.

In a smart touch, the iPad will communicate with a Fender USA-designed stereo system, which should pump out more than enough roar for the whole family.

No word on pricing up till now or when the Bulli might be available, but we wouldn't expect it until 2014 if it reaches production at all.