In Pictures: Volkswagen Mission Efficiency concept revives XL1 as 1,000-km-range EV

Volkswagen's Mission Efficiency concept channels the ultra-frugal spirit of the XL1 into a modern EV package.

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The original XL1's tiny footprint and teardrop shape set the template for VW's efficiency-focused design language.

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Charging hardware remains central to the Mission Efficiency story, which logged 1,278 km on a single charge.

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Volkswagen says the Mission Efficiency is the world's most efficient EV, targeting 1,000 km of range.

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The concept's record run from Wolfsburg to Vienna was verified by independent observers.

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Efficiency gains like those promised by the Mission Efficiency could reshape everyday charging habits.

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Inside, the concept pairs a minimalist cabin with a touchscreen interface typical of VW's latest EVs.

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The Mission Efficiency arrives as Volkswagen ramps up its global EV production footprint.

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A near-production concept, the Mission Efficiency previews tech destined for future Volkswagen EVs.

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