2008 Dodge Viper SRT10
2008 Dodge Viper SRT10
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2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 in blue
Top Auto Picks for 2008
Consumer Reports has named four new models to its Top Picks list for 2008 — the Hyundai Elantra SE and Hyundai Santa Fe as top choices for small sedans and midsized SUVs, respectively; the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado as the top choice for pickup truck; and the Lexus LS 460L as the best luxury sedan.
The announcement was made on February 28, 2008 during a Washington Automotive Press Association (WAPA) press conference. Details can be found in CR’s Annual April Auto Issue, on sale Tuesday, March 4.
This marks the first time that a South Korean automaker — Hyundai — is represented, and the first time since 2005 that a U.S. model — the Chevrolet Silverado — has made the list. Historically, Consumer Reports Top Picks have been a blend of Japanese, European, and domestic models, but for the last two years the Top Picks have all been from Japanese manufacturers.
The Toyota Prius remains the Top Pick in the “green” car category for the fifth year in a row. The Prius demonstrated an excellent 44 mpg overall in Consumer Reports’ real-world fuel economy tests, the best of any five-passenger vehicles tested by CR.
Consumer Reports’ Top Picks are the most well-rounded models in their categories and must meet stringent road test, reliability, and safety requirements. Each Top Pick scores at or near the top of its category among more than 260 vehicles CR recently tested at its Auto Test Center; has average or better predicted reliability (based on the problems subscribers reported on in CR’s Annual Car Reliability Survey of almost 1.3 million vehicles), and performed adequately in overall safety if tested by the government or insurance industry.
Starting this year, they also must provide a critical safety feature, electronic stability control (ESC), either as standard equipment or as a readily available option. That’s why the Honda Accord, for example, is the Top Pick in family sedans over the Nissan Altima. The Altima scored slightly higher in CR’s testing, but offers ESC only as a pricey option on the V6 and standard on the hybrid model.
“All the vehicles in Consumer Reports’ Top Picks list are standouts for performance, versatility, reliability, and safety,” said David Champion, senior director of automotive testing, Consumer Reports. “CR’s Top Picks list is a great place for consumers to start when they’re looking for a new car.”
Consumer Reports’ testing procedures are the most comprehensive of any U.S. publication or Web site. More than 50 individual tests are performed on every vehicle, including evaluations of braking, handling, comfort, convenience, safety, and fuel economy. Around 6,000 miles of general driving and evaluations are racked up on each test car during the testing process.
Here, by category, are the issue’s best performers. Changes from last year’s Top Picks list are noted:
SMALL SEDAN: Hyundai Elantra SE. The Hyundai Elantra SE ($18,000) is a well-rounded small car that provides good fuel economy, a comfortable ride, and an interior that’s quiet, roomy, and well-equipped. The SE also has standard electronic stability control, a proven safety feature that’s absent on many other small cars. The Honda Civic EX and Mazda3 scored almost as well and are more fun to drive, but lack ESC on more affordable versions. (Last year’s Top Pick for Small Sedan was the Honda Civic.)
MIDSIZED SUV: Hyundai Santa Fe. Redesigned for 2007, the much-improved Santa Fe ($22,000 to $31,000) edged out the Honda Pilot in CR’s tests. It provides a quiet and roomy interior, excellent fit and finish, a refined powertrain, a relatively good ride, and an optional third-row seat. Standard ESC helps provide secure handling. (Last year’s Top Pick for Midsized SUV was the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.)
PICKUP TRUCK: Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab. The redesigned Silverado ($27,000 to $39,000) is considerably improved. It achieves a nice balance between work attributes and livability, including a generous payload rating, a comfortable ride, improved interior quality and steering feel, and easy access. ESC is standard on all crew-cab models. The GMC Sierra is virtually identical to the Silverado. The redesigned Toyota Tundra outscored the Silverado in CR’s tests, but first-year reliability of the 4WD, V8 version was below average.
LUXURY SEDAN: Lexus LS 460L. With a score of 99 out of 100 in CR’s road test, the LS 460L ($77,000) is CR’s highest-rated vehicle. It provides a no-compromise environment of comfort and roominess, coupled with an isolating quietness. It also delivers quick acceleration and relatively good fuel economy. While it’s brimming with electronic amenities, its controls are easy to use. (Last year’s Top Pick for Luxury Sedan was the Infiniti M35.)
FAMILY SEDAN: Honda Accord. The Accord ($22,000 to $31,000), redesigned for 2008, is a well-rounded roomy sedan with a comfortable ride, agile handling, and smooth, refined powertrains. Electronic stability control is standard on all models, and crash-test results are impressive. Although the Nissan Altima edged out the Accord in CR’s ratings, most affordable versions of the Altima lack ESC, a requirement to be a Top Pick. (This is the sixth consecutive year that the Accord was named a Top Pick for Family Sedan.)
UPSCALE SEDAN: Infiniti G35. The G35 ($33,000 to $35,000) successfully blends sportiness and luxury. Available in rear- or all-wheel drive, it has an exuberant powertrain, agile handling, and a well-crafted interior. (This is the second consecutive year the G35 was named Top Pick for Upscale Sedan.)
FUN TO DRIVE: Mazda MX-5 Miata. The MX-5 ($27,000) won drivers over with its balanced handling, quick and precise steering, and crisp-shifting six-speed manual transmission. It virtually tied the Porsche Boxster in CR’s test scoring, but it’s roughly half the price. The manual top can be lowered and raised with one hand from the driver’s seat, making open motoring a snap. (Unchanged from last year.)
SMALL SUV: Toyota RAV4. The impressive RAV4 ($23,000 to $30,000) is versatile, comfortable, and roomy enough for a small third-row seat. The spirited V6 version accelerates quickly (the same as a Mazda Miata from 0 to 60 mph), yet delivers an excellent 22 mpg overall. The four-cylinder version gets 23 mpg, the best of any nonhybrid SUV CR has tested. (Unchanged from last year.)
MINIVAN: Toyota Sienna. The Sienna ($24,000 to $37,000) is CR’s pick for the second year in a row. Its spacious, quiet, and refined interior is on par with some luxury sedans and its V6 engine is powerful and fuel efficient. It is also the only minivan available with all-wheel drive. The Honda Odyssey, on the other hand, is more agile and fun to drive.
GREEN CAR: Toyota Prius. The gas/electric Prius hybrid ($24,000) retains its lock on this category for the fifth straight year. Despite a wave of new hybrid models, the Prius’ 44 mpg overall is still the best CR has measured in any five-passenger car. The interior is roomy and versatile, and the Prius has been very reliable.
Source: Consumer Reports
2008 Ferrari 430 Scuderia
Engine
Power bhp: 510
Torque lb-ft: 346
Type: V8
Performance
Acceleration 0-62 mph: 3.6
Top Speed: 198 mph
My Rating: *****/*****
Ferrari Most Passionate Sport Car
The new Ferrari 430 Scuderia will join the road-going V8 line-up alongside the F430 coup and the F430 Spider. This 430 Scuderia has a truly high-performance 2-seater berlinetta which demonstrates how Ferrari's Formula 1 know-how is carried across to its production cars.
Specifications :
Wheelbase :
Length :
Width :
Height :
Length : wheelbase ratio 1.74
Kerb weight :
Weight distribution : (Front) 43.00 %
Fuel capacity :
Aerodynamics
2007 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Drag coefficient Frontal area Cx
Engine :
2007 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Bore × stroke 92.00 mm × 81.00 mm , 3.62 in × 3.19 in
Cylinders V-8 in 90.0° vee
Displacement : 4308 cc (262.89 cu in)
Type DOHC : 4 valves per cylinder, 32 valves in total
Maximum power : 510 PS (503.0 bhp) (375.1 kW)@ 8500 rpm
Specific output : 116.8 bhp/litre1.91 bhp/cu in
Maximum torque : 470.0 Nm (347 ft·lb) (47.9 kgm) @ 5250 rpm
Specific torque : 109.1 Nm/litre Maximum rpm 8640 rpm
Manufacturer : Ferrari
Main bearings : 5
Coolant : Water
Bore/stroke ratio : 1.14
Unitary capacity : 538.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration : Normal
Compressor type : N/A
Intercooler : None
Catalytic converter : Y
Performance :
0-
Standing km : 20.90 s
Top speed :
CO2 Emissions : 360 g/km
Power-to-weight : 372.59 bhp/ton
Ferrari Most Passionate Sport Car
The new Ferrari 430 Scuderia will join the road-going V8 line-up alongside the F430 coup and the F430 Spider. This 430 Scuderia has a truly high-performance 2-seater berlinetta which demonstrates how Ferrari's Formula 1 know-how is carried across to its production cars.
Specifications :
Wheelbase :
Length :
Width :
Height :
Length : wheelbase ratio 1.74
Kerb weight :
Weight distribution : (Front) 43.00 %
Fuel capacity :
Aerodynamics
2007 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Drag coefficient Frontal area Cx
Engine :
2007 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Bore × stroke 92.00 mm × 81.00 mm , 3.62 in × 3.19 in
Cylinders V-8 in 90.0° vee
Displacement : 4308 cc (262.89 cu in)
Type DOHC : 4 valves per cylinder, 32 valves in total
Maximum power : 510 PS (503.0 bhp) (375.1 kW)@ 8500 rpm
Specific output : 116.8 bhp/litre1.91 bhp/cu in
Maximum torque : 470.0 Nm (347 ft·lb) (47.9 kgm) @ 5250 rpm
Specific torque : 109.1 Nm/litre Maximum rpm 8640 rpm
Manufacturer : Ferrari
Main bearings : 5
Coolant : Water
Bore/stroke ratio : 1.14
Unitary capacity : 538.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration : Normal
Compressor type : N/A
Intercooler : None
Catalytic converter : Y
Performance :
0-
Standing km : 20.90 s
Top speed :
CO2 Emissions : 360 g/km
Power-to-weight : 372.59 bhp/ton
Ferrari Most Passionate Sport Car
The new Ferrari 430 Scuderia will join the road-going V8 line-up alongside the F430 coup and the F430 Spider. This 430 Scuderia has a truly high-performance 2-seater berlinetta which demonstrates how Ferrari's Formula 1 know-how is carried across to its production cars.
Specifications :
Wheelbase :
Length :
Width :
Height :
Length : wheelbase ratio 1.74
Kerb weight :
Weight distribution : (Front) 43.00 %
Fuel capacity :
Aerodynamics
2007 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Drag coefficient Frontal area Cx
Engine :
2007 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Bore × stroke 92.00 mm × 81.00 mm , 3.62 in × 3.19 in
Cylinders V-8 in 90.0° vee
Displacement : 4308 cc (262.89 cu in)
Type DOHC : 4 valves per cylinder, 32 valves in total
Maximum power : 510 PS (503.0 bhp) (375.1 kW)@ 8500 rpm
Specific output : 116.8 bhp/litre1.91 bhp/cu in
Maximum torque : 470.0 Nm (347 ft·lb) (47.9 kgm) @ 5250 rpm
Specific torque : 109.1 Nm/litre Maximum rpm 8640 rpm
Manufacturer : Ferrari
Main bearings : 5
Coolant : Water
Bore/stroke ratio : 1.14
Unitary capacity : 538.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration : Normal
Compressor type : N/A
Intercooler : None
Catalytic converter : Y
Performance :
0-
Standing km : 20.90 s
Top speed :
CO2 Emissions : 360 g/km
Power-to-weight : 372.59 bhp/ton
1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R R34
Engine
Power bhp: 276
Torque lb-ft: 216
Type:Inline-6 Twin-turbo
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph:5.2
Top Speed: 155 mph
My Rating *****/*****
Base Price: 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 - $89,500
2008 Bentley Continental GT
The Continental GT Speed is the most powerful production Bentley ever and the first to top 200mph (322km/h). A potent addition to the Continental Series, the GT Speed extends the appeal of the Continental GT coupe to driving enthusiasts who place a high value on outright performance and agile handling. Even more breathtaking. In even less time.
Engine
Power bhp: 552
Torque lb-ft: 479
Type: W12 Twin-Turbo
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph: 4.6 seconds
Top Speed: 200 mph
My Rating: ****/*****
Base Price: 2008 Bentley Continental GT - $175,990
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG
Equipped with a hand-built — not to mention uncompromising — 604-horsepower BiTurbo V-12 engine, AMG SPEEDSHIFT 5-speed automatic transmission, AMG sport suspension, superior technology, and seating for four, the CL65 AMG is by far the most extraordinary and exclusive Mercedes-Benz production coupe ever.
Engine
Power bhp: 604
Torque lb-ft: 738
Type: BiTurbo V12
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph: 4.4
Top Speed: 155 (electronically limited)
My Rating *****/*****
Base Price: 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG - $198,325
Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition
Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition
Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition Wallpaper 2
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722
The world's Cleanest Diesel Engine Car
Sun-drenched Los Angeles and snow-carpeted alpine Bavaria provide the inspiration for the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro concept car. This cool car was Powered by the world's cleanest diesel engine, and combining the sun worshipping potential of a classic cabriolet with the mountain-scaling agility of a quattro-equipped 'off-roader', the Cross Cabriolet Quattro could form the basis of a future SUV model from Audi.
General Specifications :
Year : 2007
Company : Audi
Model : Cross Cabriolet Quattro Concepts
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : AWD
Body / Chassis : Unitary Construction
Intoduction : 2007 LA Autoshow
Performance :
0-
Top Speed :
Engine Configuration : V
Cyinders : 6
Aspiration/Induction : Turbo Diesel
Displacement :
Valves : 24 valves
Valvetrain : DOCH
Horsepower : 240.00 BHP (176.6 KW)
Torque : 500.00 NM (368 Ft-Lbs)
HP/Liter : 80.00 BHP / Liter
Fuel Type : Diesel
Fuel Feed : Fuel Injected
Seating Capacity : 4
Doors : 2
Length :
Width :
Height : 1630.001, 64.2in
Wheelbase :
The world's Cleanest Diesel Engine Car
Sun-drenched Los Angeles and snow-carpeted alpine Bavaria provide the inspiration for the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro concept car. This cool car was Powered by the world's cleanest diesel engine, and combining the sun worshipping potential of a classic cabriolet with the mountain-scaling agility of a quattro-equipped 'off-roader', the Cross Cabriolet Quattro could form the basis of a future SUV model from Audi.
General Specifications :
Year : 2007
Company : Audi
Model : Cross Cabriolet Quattro Concepts
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : AWD
Body / Chassis : Unitary Construction
Intoduction : 2007 LA Autoshow
Performance :
0-
Top Speed :
Engine Configuration : V
Cyinders : 6
Aspiration/Induction : Turbo Diesel
Displacement :
Valves : 24 valves
Valvetrain : DOCH
Horsepower : 240.00 BHP (176.6 KW)
Torque : 500.00 NM (368 Ft-Lbs)
HP/Liter : 80.00 BHP / Liter
Fuel Type : Diesel
Fuel Feed : Fuel Injected
Seating Capacity : 4
Doors : 2
Length :
Width :
Height : 1630.001, 64.2in
Wheelbase :
The world's Cleanest Diesel Engine Car
Sun-drenched Los Angeles and snow-carpeted alpine Bavaria provide the inspiration for the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro concept car. This cool car was Powered by the world's cleanest diesel engine, and combining the sun worshipping potential of a classic cabriolet with the mountain-scaling agility of a quattro-equipped 'off-roader', the Cross Cabriolet Quattro could form the basis of a future SUV model from Audi.
General Specifications :
Year : 2007
Company : Audi
Model : Cross Cabriolet Quattro Concepts
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : AWD
Body / Chassis : Unitary Construction
Intoduction : 2007 LA Autoshow
Performance :
0-
Top Speed :
Engine Configuration : V
Cyinders : 6
Aspiration/Induction : Turbo Diesel
Displacement :
Valves : 24 valves
Valvetrain : DOCH
Horsepower : 240.00 BHP (176.6 KW)
Torque : 500.00 NM (368 Ft-Lbs)
HP/Liter : 80.00 BHP / Liter
Fuel Type : Diesel
Fuel Feed : Fuel Injected
Seating Capacity : 4
Doors : 2
Length :
Width :
Height : 1630.001, 64.2in
Wheelbase :
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
Engine
Power bhp: 291
Torque lb-ft: 300
Red Line at RPM: 7000
Type: Turbocharged Inline-4
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph: 5.1 seconds
Top Speed: 157 mph
My Rating ***/*****
Base Price: 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X - $32,990
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z Wallpaper
White 2007 Nissan NISMO 350z
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z
2006 Ford GT Tungsten
2006 Ford GT Tungsten Wallpaper
200g Ford GT Tungsten
2006 Ford GT Tungsten Cool Wallpaper
1991 BMW M3
Engine
Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept at 2008 New York Auto Show
Photo: Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept at 2008 New York Auto Show
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The Kizashi concept series was developed by Suzuki’s Advanced Design Group to reflect a dynamic athlete in motion, taking its design cues from a strong, honed physique while displaying the performance, strength and style befitting a flagship vehicle.
Video: Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept Animated Video
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2008 New York Auto Show: Suzuki Concept Kizashi 3
The show car looks quite large, but the Kizashi 3 is technically a midsize sedan. The deep grille looks like yet another copy of Audi's new design direction, complete with a chrome cross-member. The car's a bit snub-nosed, similar to the Toyota Camry with which it would compete. The 21-inch wheels and tiny side mirrors are auto-show-only, but Suzuki says the concept is 90-95% of what the real product will look like — bold stuff. The interior is a mystery, because the concept's isn't representative and wasn't on display.
The car is powered by GM's relatively new 3.6-liter direct-injection V-6, which also appears in the Cadillac CTS and Chevrolet Malibu, to name two models. It produces 300 hp here. The transmission is a six-speed automatic with paddle shifting.
source:Kicking Tires
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Photo: Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept, Back View
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New York 2008: Suzuki unveils Kizashi 3 concept, coming in 2010
Sporting a toned-down version of the gaping maw found on the first two concepts, deeply drawn headlights and recessed fog lamps, the fascia has made the successful transition from design exercise to down-to-earth concept. While the profile and rear end is a little less dramatic than the view up front, the 21-inch wheels add a healthy amount of visual weight down below. Underneath the hood is a 300-hp, 3.6-liter V6 that drives all four wheels through Suzuki's intelligent AWD system.
Suzuki made it very clear that the Kizashi 3 is a close representation of the production model that will arrive in the U.S. by 2010.
source:Autoblog
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Photo: Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept, Front View
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Suzuki Concept Kizashi 3
American Suzuki Motor Corp. unveil Concept Kizashi 3. In addition to the North American reveals of Concept Kizashi and Concept Kizashi 2, the global introduction of Concept Kizashi 3 coincides with Suzuki’s announcement that it will produce a sport sedan derived from the Concept Kizashi 3 design. "Kizashi means ‘prelude’ in Japanese, and that’s exactly what this design represents for Suzuki from both a business and a product standpoint",said Mark Harano, president, American Suzuki Automotive Operations.
The future production model will be built at Suzuki’s brand-new Sagara plant in Japan, currently under construction, and provide an accessible alternative to the near-luxury segment. While a firm timetable has not been announced, Suzuki will deliver the Kizashi-influenced sport sedan to North American dealers by 2010.
source:Just Elite Cars
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Video: SUZUKI DEBUTS CONCEPT KIZASHI 3 AT 2008 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW
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Suzuki premiers Kizashi 3 concept
The Kizashi 3 concept features a muscular, planted stance, a short front overhang and 21 inch wheels. A large front grill, shared with the other Kizashi concept cars, clearly signals Suzuki's new design direction. Overall, the Kizashi 3 looks like the car the Hyundai Genesis Sedan should have been.
Suzuki has already announced that it will produce three variants of the Kizashi — a wagon, CUV and sedan. The Kizashi and Kizashi 2 showcased the wagon and CUV body styles, respectively, so look for the newest concept to preview the sedan's design.
source:Left Lane
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Photo: Suzuki Kizashi 3 Concept, Headlights, Fog-Lights & Front Grill
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Official Press Release
PRESS RELEASE
Suzuki "Way of Life!" brand spirit illustrated by world debut of athletic Concept Kizashi 3
Suzuki broadcasts plan to produce global sport sedan based on Concept Kizashi 3 design
Series premiere of complete Concept Kizashi family
NEW YORK (March 20, 2008) – Performing onstage at this year's New York International Auto Show in front of a packed house, American Suzuki Motor Corp. hosts the world debut of its sleek and athletic Concept Kizashi 3, which completes the company's star-studded cast of media-acclaimed Kizashi concepts. In addition to the North American reveals of Concept Kizashi and Concept Kizashi 2, the global introduction of Concept Kizashi 3 coincides with Suzuki's announcement that it will produce a sport sedan derived from the Concept Kizashi 3 design.
The Concept Kizashi series was developed by Suzuki's Advanced Design Group to reflect a dynamic athlete in motion, taking design cues from a strong, honed physique while displaying the performance, strength and style befitting a flagship vehicle. The design theme began with Concept Kizashi, which made its debut at the 2007 International Motor Show in Frankfurt, and the Concept Kizashi 2, unveiled at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, which further revealed Suzuki's new design language.
"Kizashi means 'prelude' in Japanese, and that's exactly what this design represents for Suzuki from both a business and a product standpoint," said Mark Harano, president, American Suzuki Automotive Operations. "Concept Kizashi 3 illustrates our brand character and personifies our heritage, design strength and engineering prowess. With customers in 192 countries and regions, Suzuki is truly a global brand, and the coming model carries on our mission to build the image of our automotive products in North America and eventually match our bikes' reputation."
Known primarily as a maker of small vehicles, Suzuki intends for the production derivative of the Kizashi series to serve as the company's flagship vehicle, strengthening its current product line of small cars, trucks and SUVs with a sporting, more accommodating sedan. The future production model will be built at Suzuki's brand-new Sagara plant in Japan, currently under construction, and provide an accessible alternative to the near-luxury segment. While a firm timetable has not been announced, Suzuki will deliver the Kizashi-influenced sport sedan to North American dealers by 2010.
The Concept Kizashi Series
Evoking the physical superiority and dignity of a world-class athlete, the Concept Kizashi series was developed to create a substantial presence that redefines the traditional performance vehicle and moves the Suzuki brand upscale. The overall design theme suggests physical strength from intense daily training, with the strong will, commitment and presence of a champion.
Each of the Concept Kizashi vehicles strikes a balance between driver comfort and sportiness, with roomy cabins melded to lean, dynamic exteriors. The hood and body style of all three Concept Kizashis hint at abundant engine power and wind-splitting aerodynamics, while the long wheelbase, aggressive wheel/tire combinations and abbreviated overhangs communicate a performance-oriented, energetic image. A powerful-looking body profile is incorporated throughout the series to convey underlying strength, with large wheels and a wide tread expressing a capacity for superior performance. Beyond its exterior architecture, the Concept Kizashi series constitutes a four-wheeled continuation of Suzuki's exciting, performance-oriented motorcycle heritage, represented best by its dynamic, world-renowned line of GSX-R sportbikes. Those bikes, some two decades after their introduction, continue to dominate the sportbike segment and have achieved iconic status.
Concept Kizashi
Concept Kizashi made its world debut at the 2007 International Motor Show in Frankfurt, demonstrating Suzuki's progress toward the development of a vehicle that combines sportiness, style and substance. As the first concept in the Kizashi series, the vehicle's dynamic exterior was specifically developed to push the envelope and establish the overall design theme of the series. Reflecting the spirit of a highway athlete, the exaggerated dimensions of Concept Kizashi and its strong fascia communicate a dignified character and the overall presence of a dynamic flagship vehicle.
Video: Suzuki Auto Concept Kizashi, Animated Video
Concept Kizashi 2
Debuted at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, the Concept Kizashi 2 crossover sport wagon aims at drivers with dynamic lifestyles and can accommodate a wide range of activities. Continuing the series' athletic theme, Concept Kizashi 2 reflects the body of a triathlete, with the five-door vehicle's all-road capability enhanced by its raised height and all-wheel-drive configuration. In addition to the sport crossover's versatility, its 3.6 liter V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission promise a rewarding and engaging driving experience for daily drivers and enthusiasts alike.
Video: Suzuki Concept Kizashi 2 at Tokyo Motor Show 2007
Concept Kizashi 3
The closest-to-production variation of the Concept Kizashi series, Concept Kizashi 3 embodies Suzuki's interpretation of the sport sedan segment in the North American market. The Kizashi's "super sport" identity, a core component of the Suzuki brand DNA, is tempered by the vehicle's overall mission to provide strong, refined urban performance.
As with Concept Kizashi and Concept Kizashi 2, the front end of the Concept Kizashi 3 expresses strength and style, with sharply fashioned headlights that emphasize the sensation of forward motion. The vehicle's exquisitely engineered body reflects Suzuki's distinctive combination of capability and refinement, with power flowing from a 3.6-liter DOHC V6 engine with plated cylinders – a weight-and space-saving technology that evolved from the lessons learned by Suzuki's motorcycle and WRC development teams. The body's monochrome finish, Kizashi Silver, gives the vehicle a sense of composure and depth of character, with metallic paint sparkling to emphasize the dynamism of the body's cross-section.
Concept Kizashi 3 Specifications
Powertrain layout: Front engine, four-wheel drive with Advanced i-AWD system
Seating capacity (persons): Five
Tires: 255/30ZR21 9.5J
Wheels: 21-inch, nine-spoke, aluminum
Engine: 3,564cm3 V6, DOHC, 24-valve
Transmission: Six-speed automatic (with paddle shifters)
Maximum power: 300 hp
Overall length: 4,650mm/183.1 in.
Overall width: 1,900mm/74.8 in.
Overall height: 1,450mm/57.1 in.
Wheelbase: 2,800mm/110.2 in.
Minimum ground clearance: 120mm
Body color: Kizashi Silver
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