2012 Audi Minicar Concept (Frankfurt Motor Show)

When we think of Frankfurt, we think of finance. After all, the city is home to the headquarters of the European Central bank and a multitude of financial establishments.

But there's more to the bustling city than meets the eye, and ideal for those looking to book cheap flights and experience the arts. Whether you're looking to take in the sights of the museums, take a river cruise or take a hike within the country's largest in-city forest, Frankfurt is certainly a city to consider for a short break.

Large areas of the city have been rebuilt since the Second World War, however the architecture of the city has managed to keep some of the medieval history whilst being rebuilt - and remains some of the most striking in Europe, with a mix of medieval architecture amongst the high-rise skyscrapers of the financial district.
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The official sketches show a lower and sleeker design with more futuristic styling elements than what we saw in the video footage of the car, but that's usually the case with all designer renderings.

Audi says the Urban Concept is an ultra-light car for congested urban spaces that is not based on any previous model. It is built around a central carbonfibre monocoque and rolls on massive wheels with a 21-inch diameter.

Power comes courtesy of two e-tron electric motors that draw energy from a lithium-ion battery.

A sliding canopy that forms part of the body opens up to allow the driver and one passenger to enter the car. The cockpit consists of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer, which integrates the undercarriage of both seats.

The driver is seated in front and to the left while, the passenger behind and to the right. Audi says the driver can adjust the steering wheel and pedals to his own body measurements.

More details on the Urban Concept are to be released closer to the Frankfurt Motor Show.