Archive for September 15th, 2007

 

This futuristic Suzuki, called ‘Kizashi’ was unveiled at the Frankfurt 2007 Motorshow.

It looks like a mix between the batmobile and a Dodge Magnum. According to John Neff, no press release was given and people were left to do their own guessing. However, if this is the direction Suzuki is going its time to give them credit for their vehicles, instead of making light of their small cars, pocket rockets and off road vehicles.

I will move on to something more current: Their WRC vehicle. You’ve seen the Ignis Sport and the Swift Sport, which were originally JWRC vehicles. Suzuki has thrown in another domesticated looking sedan into their JWRC stable - the SX4.

This WRC version will now be the focus of further detailed development and testing to increase its competitive potential to the maximum before throwing it into the lion’s den of the JWRC.

Exact technical details of the new Suzuki SX4 WRC will be announced before its first competitive appearance.

The prototype car is rumoured to be equipped with a new 2.0 Litre turbo charged J20 engine. This engine provides torque of 637N.m at 3,000rpm and 320bhp at 4,000-4,500 rpm.

The new All Wheel Drive system developed for the WRC car includes mechanical differentials front and rear and an electronic differential located in the centre. Power is transmitted via a 5-speed sequential gearbox.

Just imagine if this chassis and model were to be converted into an ’SX4 Sport’ for the public to purchase!  Start rubbing your hands in glee folks, it happened with the Ignis and Swift…