Volkswagen not bringing Roadster concept to LA, Detroit debut scheduled

Posted: Nov 10, 2008
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As we look forward to the 2008 LA Auto Show Press Days next week, we are started to get a little disappointed. GM has already confirmed that it will no longer show the Cadillac CTS Coupe or the 2010 Buick LaCrosse in LA on Nov. 19th.

Volkswagen today announced that it will move the concept unveiling of its new mid-engine roadster from LA to the 2009 Detroit Auto Show in January next year. Why? According to a Volkswagen spokesman that spoke with Automotive News Europe, the company expects to attract more interest through a Detroit debut.

The production version of the 2-seat roadster concept will arrive some time in 2011. Design is expected to be influenced by the new 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. Power is rumored to come from a 1.4L twin-turbo TSI engine that will produce 170-hp and a 1.6L TDI diesel that will make 125-hp. Both engines will be mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.


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  • zermatt

    If that is the concept in the picture, it looks really nice. Too bad it will probably be front drive. Just another ladies car.

  • zermatt

    I stand corrected – it is mid engined. That is much better.

    I must improve my reading comprehension…

  • Kabluey

    This would be an excellent idea to send to Porsche as entry level model–say around $35k or less…

  • zermatt

    If that is the concept in the picture, it looks really nice. Too bad it will probably be front drive. Just another ladies car.

  • zermatt

    I stand corrected – it is mid engined. That is much better.

    I must improve my reading comprehension…

  • Kabluey

    This would be an excellent idea to send to Porsche as entry level model–say around $35k or less…