The VISION GT is a plug-in electric 5-door cross-over vehicle, based on the VISION 200 design. Our engineers mainly focus on the core business sub-systems: the design, development and production of a lightweight frame, high-efficient electric motor and the motor controller. The integration of these three essential parts will be combined with a substantial number of sub-systems from a donor vehicle: the VISION GT integrates the mechanical drive train, suspension, interior, steering and several electronic control units. The battery pack, drive train architecture and body panels will be co-developed by partner companies.
In September 2008 VDS presented the VISION 200 on the DREAM EXPO in Turin, Italy.
The VISION GT, the second VISION prototype, is going to show VDS GROEP T’s engineering qualities. Both interior and exterior will be functional in the first place, because of the technical/scientific approach. Similarly, the overall ergonomics and comfort of the end-user are considered less important. Nevertheless, we consider the safety and comfort of the driver a key objective, due to the planned endurance tests.
With respect to the VDS VISION, the VISION GT will be a 100% electric vehicle – not a hybrid. It can also board five adult people, instead of six.
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