Archive for the ‘Prototypes’ Category

Monday
Sep 15,2008

Mazda revealed another super concept of futuristic city car named “Kiyora”.It is a next generation four cylinder direct-injection engine which offers amazing fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. Shape of water gives a totally unique and attractive look to this car. Even when the car is still, it gives the effect of flow and movement. The transparent doors catch one’s attention as they emerge as a flow of water with clean roof.

[Press Release]
HIROSHIMA, Japan – Mazda Kiyora, a lightweight, next generation, urban compact concept car, will be revealed at the 2008 Paris International Motor Show to be held from Thursday, October 2 through Sunday, October 19, 2008.

Mazda Kiyora (meaning “clean and pure” in Japanese) represents the harmony between driving pleasure and environmental and safety features aspired to in Mazda’s long-term technology development vision, “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom.”

The concept of Kiyora helped the designers to imagine a city car cutting cleanly through an urban landscape, with water as the design theme. Kiyora’s aerodynamic Nagare design and next-generation four-cylinder direct-injection engine contribute to excellent fuel economy and low CO2 emissions.

The new Mazda Kiyora concept car is based on an all-new platform designed to minimise weight and maximise safety and driving pleasure. It also features an interior design and new functions that support a youthful lifestyle.

Joining the Mazda Kiyora concept car on Mazda’s stand at the Paris show, the Mazda MX-5 facelift will make its world debut together with the Mazda6 equipped with Mazda’s newly developed MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine, and the Mazda2 powered by a MZ-CD 1.6-liter diesel.

Officially titled the Mondial de l’Automobile, the Paris motor show press days are October 2 and 3, and the public days are October 4 to 19. Mazda will hold its press conference on Thursday, October 2, at 12:15 p.m. (local time).

Ssangyong C200 SUV Concept

Friday
Sep 12,2008

Ssangyong has produced a prototype for the Paris Motor Show, with a design that has nothing to do with its current models. The C200 Ssangyong SUV Concept is a compact SUV that equips an engine of 175 hp 2.0 rating with the Euro5. Premieres change a new six-speed traction system and a comprehensive intelligent.

Thursday
Sep 11,2008

Designed by Woo-Ram Lee, Moville is a compact single passenger vehicle that comes in a tear drop shaped. The concept car features artificial intelligence and zero-emission drive train. It uses electromagnets to rotate the ball wheels. Its artificial intelligence allows the car to connect with other vehicles and road network, so the vehicle can judge where it is located on the road and where other vehicles are. Other feature include some sensors, cameras, and GPS.

Thursday
Sep 11,2008

Renault has released today initial details for its top Paris motor show concept, the Ondelios. Combining a high-end crossover with a hybrid powertrain, Renault describes the concept as a “long-distance travel-loving aerodynamic crossover born for the open road.”

Its design reminds us of the Renault Megane Coupe Concept, but not by its forms, but by opening their doors, type of gull wings, but with only one gate on each side, without distinction between front or rear seats.Power comes from a 205hp (150kW) version of the 2.0 dCi engine producing 450Nm of torque, with two 20kW electric motors at the front and rear. Powered by a lithium-ion battery, they operate in mild hybrid mode, giving the engine extra boost as required. They use a brake and boost system, recovering energy during braking then delivering it to the engine to boost acceleration. The front motor also uses fuel-saving stop-start technology.

Ondelios goes from a 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds, driving through a seven-speed, double-clutch gearbox. Fuel consumption is 4.5 litres/100km and CO2 emissions at 120g/km.

Crossover Concept Mini

Wednesday
Sep 10,2008

It had long been talking about him, but always from the state rather than Rumor Confirmed from the state. In the hall of Paris finally see what we can and will be called Mini Crossover Concept, the fourth body of exclusive utility, intended for those seeking something more than a car urbanite.

Its dimensions are no longer displayed in his name, because with more than 4 meters long, is the Mini longest so far. But not only in extending their length, width and height have also grown, reaching up to 1.83 meters and 1598 meters respectively. This growth will be felt at its habitability, providing more comfort to its occupants.