Microcar Virgo Luxe

1996

The Microcar Virgo Luxe was an upgraded trim level of the popular Virgo series of microcars. It was a two-seat, three-door hatchback produced in the late 1990s and early 2000s by the French manufacturer Microcar.

Key features

Premium trim level: The "Luxe" designation indicated that it came with more features and a higher level of finish compared to the standard Virgo models.

Engine and transmission: Like other Virgo versions, the Luxe was equipped with a small-displacement diesel engine from suppliers like Lombardini, paired with a CVT automatic transmission.

Production era: As part of the Virgo family, the Luxe trim was available across different generations, including the Virgo 2 and Virgo 3.

Intended market: It was aimed at the European "sans permis" (license-exempt) market, which allowed drivers to operate it with a specific license, typically a moped license.

Legacy: The Virgo series, including the Luxe, was a key model for Microcar. The model and the brand were eventually phased out following the company's acquisition by Ligier in 2008.