The modular platform architecture follows the same theory as the much talked about MQB underpinnings of traverse - engine - mounted models like the Golf, but applies it to longitudinal, front - engined and all - wheel drive models.
Not exact matches
The researchers mimicked the hierarchical
architecture of natural catalysts by developing a highly
modular platform that builds complex catalysts from organic colloids and inorganic catalytic nanoparticles.
Like the new Volkswagen Golf and GTI, which will come to the U.S. next year, the 2015 Audi TT will ride on the Volkswagen Group's MQB
platform, which is a
modular architecture specifically for front - drive based vehicles.
The MFA replaces the previous sandwich - floor
platform that the current A - and B - Class hatchbacks use, and is a
modular architecture that can be enlarged, adapted for all - wheel - drive, and compatible with many different body styles and powertrain options.
The E-Motion sits on parent company SAIC's new
modular electric car
platform - a scaleable
architecture like VW's MEB.
It rides on the same
modular transverse (MQB)
architecture as the plucky Golf and the midsize Atlas, a
platform that improves packaging and driver - assistance technology availability while also slashing 110 pounds off the crossover's curb weight.
The comments come from Volkswagen brand board member Arno Antlitz, who was asked about replacements for the Beetle and Scirocco, which are both based on older
platforms but were expected to move to the
modular MQB
architecture eventually.
The Golf Mk 7
platform derived from VW's new MQB
modular architecture has given the new car a longer wheelbase (2.1 inches longer) that now measures 103.6 inches, and this in conjunction with more sophistication has made the GTI feel calmer and more poised on the highway, much like the Golf R.
As using the Range Rover's
architecture or building atop the
modular platform underneath the F - Pace and XE would be too expensive, it's likely the E-Pace would be built on the aging but low - cost, simple - to - tweak, very flexible, and relatively cheap D8
platform used for the new Discovery Sport and the Evoque.
Set to debut at the upcoming Geneva motor show, the new Audi TT coupe gets more contemporary underpinnings incorporating elements of parent company Volkswagen's latest MQB (Modularen Querbau —
modular transverse
architecture)
platform.
Based on the
modular Giorgio
platform, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio boasts the same basic
architecture and underpinnings as the Giulia sedan.
The X1 sheds the rear wheel drive
platform of the 3 Series in favor of the new UKL
modular platform, the same
architecture that underpins the MINI Cooper and BMW 2 - Series Active Tourer.
Because it's the first VW Group product to feature the MQB A0
modular platform, a new
architecture that will underpin an array of vehicles in the future, including the next - generation VW Polo and VW Polo - based SUV, the next - gen Audi A1, and the upcoming SEAT Arona SUV.
As opposed to BMW, Mercedes will not develop its electric models on the
platforms of its conventional models, opting instead for a dedicated
modular architecture called MEA (Mercedes Electric
Architecture) which will support a wide variety of applications — as many as 10 models, from compact cars to luxury sedans in the vein of the S - Class.
Volkswagen Group's all - new MQB (Modularer Baukasten or
modular matrix)
platform is a versatile
architecture.
The A-class rides on Mercedes - Benz's new
modular front
architecture (MFA)
platform that underpins the second - generation B - class.
The E-Class is underpinned by an evolution of Mercedes»
modular rear
architecture (MRA)
platform.
Confirming its maiden crossover vehicle, Jaguar says the C - X17 «concept study» was created to introduce its advanced new
modular aluminium
platform architecture, which is also expected to underpin the belated replacement for its underwhelming X-Type.
Confirming the all - new SUV will not be based on the Range Rover Evoque's LR - MS steel
platform, the British luxury brand says the C - X17 design study was created to «introduce Jaguar's new, high - advanced,
modular aluminum
architecture» and demonstrate «the diversity of vehicles that could be produced using this
architecture, which underpins the innovative future of the Jaguar brand».
The B - class is the first model to be based on Mercedes - Benz's new
modular front
architecture platform that, with varying wheelbase lengths and track widths, will also underpin the new A-class compact, the CLC four - door coupe, the GLC junior SUV and — as part of an alliance between their parent companies, Daimler and Renault — selected Nissan models as well.
At 5020 mm in length, 2040 mm in width and 1700 mm in height, the Q8 concept is 32 mm shorter, 72 mm wider and 41 mm lower than the second - generation Audi Q7, with which it shares its MLB (Modularen Langs Baukasten —
modular longitudinal
architecture)
platform as well as its high strength steel and aluminium body structure.
In the compact segment alone, Mercedes will present 8 new models based on the second generation of the MFA
architecture (
modular front - wheel drive
platform).
In late 2011, Mercedes launched the third generation of the A-Class (W 176), which ditched the sandwich
architecture and adopted a classic
modular platform with transverse mounted engines and front - wheel drive: the MFA
platform, that also underpins the next - generation A-Class in a heavily updated variant..
The Compact SUV also happens to be Volvo's first vehicle to be underpinned by their new
modular vehicle
architecture (CMA)
platform.
If rumors are true, the production version will use a modified version of Audi's MLB (Modularen Langsbau or
modular longitudinal
architecture)
platform.
However, in March of last year the company unveiled some details about its next generation
modular architecture, the Subaru Global
Platform, which debuted underpinning the fifth generation Impreza earlier this year.
The production version of this concept is expected to use the UKL
platform, a
modular architecture used in the current - generation Mini Cooper, 2 - Series Active Tourer, the four - door Mini Cooper and the Mini Clubman.
Based on the latest evolution of the Mercedes - Benz MRA (
modular rear
architecture)
platform, the C - Class Coupé has grown in dimensions.
Although the technical
platform is completely new (the
modular MLB Evo
architecture, shared with the A8 and the forthcoming A6), the body dimensions have not changed: the new A7 has a length of 4.97 meters, a width of 1.91 meters and a height of 1.42 meters.
It's built on the MEB
platform, the
modular architecture developed from scratch to underpin every model that emerges from Volkswagen's soon - to - launch electric car offensive.
«Amazon Lex will provide developers with an easy - to - use
modular architecture and comprehensive APIs to enable building and deploying conversational bots on mobile
platforms.
«As we develop our Blockchain cloud
platform for enterprise use, we believe scalable cross-industry technologies, confidential transactions, and
modular architecture promoted through initiatives like the Hyperledger Project, are critical components.»