Although many auto manufacturers either withdrew their attendance from the 2009 North American International Auto Show or scaled back their presentations, the show has still been the site of some exciting green motoring news. Volkswagen, hot on the heels of the Jetta TDI’s success, revealed the Concept BlueSport – a 42 mph roadster.

“Volkswagen defined just two objectives in the car’s development: maximum driving fun and minimal fuel consumption. And so a midengine sports car was implemented that makes no compromises, that aims at low weight and maximum agility right from the start. Although it is best in its class when it comes to body rigidity, the Concept BlueSport weighs in at less than 1,200 athletic kilograms.” (Source: Volkswagen)

The engine is a 4-cylinder, 2.0 liter TDI with 132 kW of power at 4,200 RPM. The Volkswagen Concept BlueSport accelerates from zero to 60mph in 6.2 seconds with a top speed of 140 mph. Current fuel efficiency ratings are at 35 mpg in the city, 50 mpg on the highway and a combined 42 mpg.

This fuel efficiency is achievable, in part, using the Eco mode system. Eco mode is automatic start-stop system and braking energy regeneration” system. The fuel efficiency ratings listed above are while the vehicle is using the Eco mode system.

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