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Cynthetiq · 08-14-2008, 06:38 AM

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Suzuki shows Kizashi 3 concept
Third in a line of concepts designed to move the Suzuki brand into the performance and luxury markets, the Kizashi 3 was unveiled this morning in New York. The first two Kizashi concepts came at Frankfurt and Tokyo late last year, and all three feature a similar futuristic design language.

Behind the aggressively styled grille sits a 300hp 3.5L V6 that uses plated cylinders developed in Suzuki’s motorcycle and World Rally Championship race teams. Twenty-one inch, nine-spoke wheels wrapped in low-profile rubber at each corner add to the futuristic look. A paddle-shifted six-speed autobox gives a combination of sporty feel and commuting ease. The metallic ‘Kizashi Silver’ finish is a first for the series, the previous cars being red and white.

Alongside the debut, Suzuki announced it will be producing a performance sedan ‘derived from the Concept Kizashi 3 design.’ The new Kizashi-based production sedan will become the flagship vehicle for Suzuki. To be produced at a plant that is currently being built, the new sport sedan will arrive in North America by 2010.

Suzuki has put up a micro-site for the Kizashi 3 concept that features a gallery, specs, and two videos, including the New York show reveal and the Kizashi 3 in action.

What an interesting design. Simple, yet sporty. It looks like it could be a nice competitor to the Hyundai Genesi, and take a small piece of the Accord and Camry market share.

LoganSnake · 08-14-2008, 06:55 AM

From the side, it looks like Camry/LS400 hybrid. From the ass, it looks like Altima. Overall, this is probably the sexiest car I have seen from Suzuki and pretty much of that class of cars overall. I'd buy it if it's reliable and somewhat economic.

08-14-2008, 06:55 AM	#2 (permalink)
LoganSnake We work alone Location: Cake Town	From the side, it looks like Camry/LS400 hybrid. From the ass, it looks like Altima. Overall, this is probably the sexiest car I have seen from Suzuki and pretty much of that class of cars overall. I'd buy it if it's reliable and somewhat economic. __________________ Maturity is knowing you were an idiot in the past. Wisdom is knowing that you'll be an idiot in the future. Common sense is knowing that you should try not to be an idiot now. - J. Jacques