IAA 2017: Concept study celebrates European premiere
SKODA is presenting its first all-electric concept car, the VISION E, at the IAA. The design has been further developed following its world premiere in Shanghai. The study takes the next step into the digital future; the most striking design details are the absence of a B-pillar and the doors opening in opposite directions. The [...]
The study takes the next step into the digital future. The most striking design details are the absence of a B-pillar and the doors that open in opposite directions. The design of the study shows the characteristics of the company's new design language.
Further developed
There are no longer any exterior mirrors - cameras transmit what is happening around the vehicle to monitors. In addition to the cockpit screen and the central touchscreen display, which the driver and front passenger can use to read and operate all important functions and services, each passenger has their own monitor. Numerous comfort details such as the entertainment system can be operated by touch function, and vehicle data can also be called up. A phone box is integrated in each door interior for inductive charging of smartphones.
Everything in view
Cameras always keep an eye on the driver and monitor his fitness and alertness via eye tracking. The Driver Alert warns of drowsiness. The study even includes a digital doctor: the Heart Rate Monitor monitors the heart rate and automatically brakes the vehicle if the driver has health problems.
Spacious interior
The elimination of the center tunnel provides generous space at the front and rear. Electric motors with a system output of 225 kW/306 hp drive all four wheels of the concept study. The range of up to 500 kilometers and the top speed of 180 km/h (factory specifications) are impressive. The Autopilot system lets the concept study accelerate, steer, brake and even swerve autonomously when driving on the highway. The Car Park Autopilot finds free parking spaces and steers the vehicle there automatically. Charging is inductive.
