Volkswagen I.D. Vizzion

Volkswagen I.D. Vizzion Concept
Vizzion Concept shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 2018
Overview
Type Electric
Manufacturer Volkswagen
Body and chassis
Class I.D.
Doors 5
Powertrain
Power output 302 hp
Hybrid drivetrain All-wheel
Battery 111-kWh
Electric range 300-400 miles

The Volkswagen I.D. Vizzion is a concept electric vehicle, part of Volkswagen's I.D. project. The firm is planning to sell a production version of the vehicle by 2022. It should be expected that some of the claims of the Vizzion Concept, such as the autonomous level 5 driving, will likely not make it the final 2022 production version of the vehicle. The Vizzion Concept is more likely to represent what driving in the year 2030 could be like[1].

Technical statistics

The Vizzion Concept has an all-wheel drive system, powered by the electric motors on the front and back of the vehicle for a combined total of 302 hp. The concept has a 111-kWh battery, making the Vizzion good for 300–400 miles (480–640 km)[1][2]. The car would be equipped with sensors that not only aid in the user experience (360 camera, facial recognition), but also allow the car to autonomously drive itself with no human intervention[1]. The headlights include 8,000 HD Matrix LEDS, allowing for the car to "communicate with the outside world by projecting the image of crosswalk lines in front of the I.D. VIZZION to let pedestrians know they can safely pass in front"[1].

Design

The Vizzion Concept's design was aimed to eliminate any seams or obstructions for passengers. It features rear-opening doors and windows that lie flush with the body-work of the car, thus giving the car a futuristic look[1]. The vehicle also features several LED strips that surround the car, highlighting the front grille, the door handles, rear fenders and the sides. The lights on the car start pulsating, letting the user know that the car has detected one of its passengers' faces using integrated sensors[1]. The interior features only two analog dials: they are multi-functional, but are primarily for adjusting the stereo. The majority of car functions are controlled through hand gestures in the heads-up display, and voice controls. The car features no steering wheel, or any dashboard, as the car is level 5 autonomous[1].

Volkswagen claims that the technology for the car is "much closer than you think", claiming that the technology in the I.D. Vizzion Concept already exists and/or is under development by Volkswagen[1].

Vizzion production vehicle (2022)

Not very much is known about the production version of the vehicle. The majority of information comes from official Volkswagen statements. Volkswagen says that they're aiming to start production of a version of the Vizzion in 2022, and that it will not include level 5 autonomous driving[1][3]. Volkswagen also confirms that they're sticking with the 302 hp, 111-kWh battery, and the 400 mile range figures of their original concept[3]. Not much is known about the design of the production vehicle either.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 "Where the VW I.D. Vizzion Goes, You Don't Need a Steering Wheel". Newsroom. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
  2. ↑ "Meet the Future Electric Concept Vehicles from VW | Volkswagen". www.vw.com. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
  3. 1 2 "VW's all-electric I.D. Vizzion coming 'by 2022' with 400 miles of range". The Verge. Retrieved 2018-05-31.
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