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Car manufacturers have always wanted to make their cars faster, safer and more aesthetically pleasing to the eye, but now another key-selling point is fuel-efficiency. No surprise, therefore, that this year’s motor shows have been full of diesel or electric powered models and that during an upcoming Geneva motor show the new Loremo concept by German Loremo AG will be officially unveiled.

The exterior is sporty and it seems that reducing wind-resistance was the main focus for design. This cabriolet reaches 100km/h in ten seconds with a top speed of 160km/h. However, the main selling point for the Loremo is that you’ll only need two liters of fuel to travel 100km. That’s impressive, right?

For now it’s just a concept, but perhaps from 2010 we’ll see more Loremos on the roads. Incidentally, Loremo AG is preparing two versions — the LS and GT. More info about both can be found at Motor Realm.

The LS car model is powered by a 20 hp, 2-cylinder turbodiesel, while the GT gets a 50 hp, 3-cylinder unit. Both are 2 2, mid-engine/RWD configurations with a 5-speed gearbox. The GT will go from 0-62 mph in 9 seconds, but the real strength of the Loremo is fuel efficiency – the GT consumes only 2.7 liters per 100 km, while the LS needs only 1.5 liters/100 km.

According to Loremo, the LS car model will be priced at about $13,100, while the GT car model will sell for less than $18,000.

Looks interesting although one thing that might not be liked by everyone is the way the door opens. Very unpractical. Watch the video and you’ll understand why.

Photo © Primož

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