Volkswagen's Mission Efficiency Prototype Sets New EV Aerodynamic and Efficiency Records
Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency, a near-production electric coupe prototype that the company says has broken multiple efficiency and aerodynamic records.
Built on VW's MEB+ platform, the 2+2 seat vehicle incorporates front-wheel drive components from upcoming ID. Polo and ID. Cross models. The prototype achieved a drag coefficient of just 0.158, which Volkswagen claims makes it the world's most aerodynamic road-approved vehicle.
The Mission Efficiency also set a record for energy efficiency, consuming 6.48kWh of energy per 100 kilometers during a constant-speed test drive at 68 km/h. While this figure was achieved under controlled test conditions rather than real-world driving, it demonstrates the vehicle's potential for exceptional efficiency.
The design features a sleek, aerodynamic profile with a smooth underbody, optimized wheel designs, and a low front end to minimize air resistance. The prototype showcases how Volkswagen is working to improve EV efficiency as a path to extended range without necessarily increasing battery capacity.
Volkswagen emphasized that the Mission Efficiency was designed to be "production-feasible," suggesting that some of its efficiency-focused innovations could make their way into future production models.