# 261-MPG Coupes (UPDATE) The Ridiculously Fuel-Efficient Volkswagen XL1 is Headed into Production By Michael Hines | Published 2011-05-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-xl1 References: [tinyurl](http://tinyurl.com/3ru3hh5) & [carung](http://www.carung.com/photo-vw-xl1-hybrid-coupe-study-on-the-road.html) Good news out of Germany: [Volkswagen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerodynamic-electric-sedans) has announced that the ridiculously fuel-efficient XL1 will go into production. For those of you who don't know, the Volkswagen XL1 is a two-seat concept car with a 1-liter hybrid engine that can get a astounding 261 miles per gallon. Production on the Volkswagen XL1 is set to begin sometime in 2013, with only 100 being created. Seeing as how oil is a nonrenewable resource, I would say odds are that the Volkswagen XL1 will be a huge hit, especially in America where people love to complain (myself included) about high gas prices and where hybrid cars like the [Prius](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-prius) and [Volt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volt-alpine) are growing in popularity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fuel Efficiency:** Auto manufacturers can focus on developing more fuel-efficient vehicles with hybrid technologies to meet rising fuel economy standards. - **Sustainability:** There is opportunity for auto manufacturers to promote the sustainability and environmental benefits of producing fuel-efficient vehicles like the Volkswagen XL1. - **Limited Production:** By creating limited edition, in-demand vehicles like the Volkswagen XL1, auto manufacturers can create buzz and exclusivity for their brand. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Auto manufacturers like Volkswagen can increase market share and brand value by producing more fuel-efficient vehicles and promoting sustainability. - **Alternative Energy:** The rise of fuel-efficient hybrid vehicles represents opportunities for companies in alternative energy to develop and provide components for these cars. - **Consumer Goods:** Demand for fuel-efficient vehicles like the Volkswagen XL1 represents opportunities for retailers to supply and market sustainable automotive products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aerodynamic Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerodynamic-electric-sedans.md) - [Luxe All-Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/id-aero.md) - [Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-idx-performance.md) - [Accessible All-Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-id-every1-concept.md) - [Solar-Powered Sedan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-eqxx.md) - [Yellow Camouflage Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-Mini-Countryman-SUV.md) - [Aerodynamic Long-Range Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresco-xl.md) - [Monstrously Powerful Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hybrid-suv.md) - [High-Performance Hybrid Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-bugatti-tourbillon.md)