Volkswagen Up! Lite at 2009 L.A. Auto Show

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• Looks like: What the VW Golf and GTI might look like in a few years
• Defining characteristics: Diesel/electric hybrid system, seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox, glass liftgate
• Ridiculous features: Dish-style wheels, opening and closing grille
• Chance of being mass-produced: Probable, albeit with changes; the Up! Lite is related to the small cars VW plans to launch in late 2011