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  • Suzuki Kizashi – “Sled” Super Bowl 46 Commercial

    2011 Suzuki Kizashi Sport was introduced at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. Since then, it is available in two trim levels – GTS and SLS.

    The Kizashi Sport is powered by a 2.4 liter in-line four-cylinder petrol with 177PS (130 kW) at 6500RPM and 230Nm (169 lb-ft) at 4000RPM. It is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox sending all power to the front wheels.

    Mentioning the wheels, they are 18” both front and back fitted with 235/45 R18 tires. The total weight of the car is just 1495 kg meaning 8.4 kg/PS.

    The performance is at decent level – 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and a top speed of 215 km/h (133 mph). Furthermore, the Kizashi Sport needs just 7.9 liters per 100 km (29 mpg) on combined cycle with emission of 183 g/km CO2.

    Check out the commercial below!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta7OP5kwcc0

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    Source: LaFontaineImports via Youtube

  • Suzuki Kizashi Ecocharge Concept

    Suzuki has unveiled Kizashi EcoCharge Concept at the 2011 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS).

    “We are continuing to study the virtues of the gas-electric technology found in the Kizashi EcoCharge Concept,” commented Steve Younan, director of automotive marketing and product planning for American Suzuki Motor Corporation.

    “Our basic concept was to attain substantial gains in fuel economy without the traditional sacrifices in drivability required with today’s mid-size hybrid sedans. The proof of our concept is that the Kizashi EcoCharge has the capability to deliver a 25% fuel economy gain in real-world driving through an electric charge to the powertrain system while still retaining the production Kizashi’s dynamic handling and braking advantages that make it a standout category performer.”, he added.

    Kizashi EcoCharge is powered by a 2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with an advanced electric propulsion system, which consists of a liquid-cooled 15-kW motor/generator unit tied to a 115-volt air-cooled lithium-ion battery. The whole system is mated to an advanced 6-speed automatic transmission.

    Kizashi EcoCharge also includes regenerative braking, automatic engine shut-off when the car comes to a stop, fuel cut-off during deceleration events and low-rolling resistance tyres.

    The exterior boasts a specialised headlight treatment, as well as LED foglight illumination integrated into the front fascia. It also features lightweight aluminium wheels fitted with lowrolling resistance tires.

    The interior is completed thanks to advanced seat materials, which require 84 percent less energy to produce, and create 80 percent fewer emissions than virgin material production.

    The whole car is ECOfriendly, so Suzuki will save the planet… probably!

    Check out the specs, below!

    Suzuki Kizashi Ecocharge Concept

    Kizashi EcoCharge Concept:

    Engine

    • Type: J20B DOHC I-4
    • Displacement (cu in / cc): 1,998
    • Valvetrain: Intake-VVT
    • Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm): 144 / 106 @ 6500 rpm
    • Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm) 127 / 173 @ 4500 rpm
    • Fuel economy target (Hwy): 25% improvement over production Kizashi

    Transmission

    • Type: 6-speed automatic

    Electric Drive System

    • Type: Belt-driven, liquid-cooled induction motor/generator unit and lithium-ion battery system; air-cooled power electronics and battery pack
    • Maximum electric generating power: 15 kW @ 1,570-3,180 rpm
    • Maximum electric motor power (electric assist): 15 hp / 11.2kW @ 1000-2200 rpm
    • Lithium-ion battery: 115V, 0.5-kWh, 15 kW peak power

    Suzuki Kizashi Ecocharge Concept


    Source: Suzuki

  • Suzuki Kizashi surpassed the 200 mph barrier at the Bonneville Salt Flats

    The attempt of Suzuki Kizashi Bonneville Special to set a new land speed record at the Salt Flats. The car completed an average run at 203.720 mph (327.856 km/h). This was enough to surpass the previous record of 202.301 mph (325.572 km/h) in the Blown Gas Coupe (F-BGC) category.

    2010 Suzuki Kizashi Bonneville Special was built by Richard Holdener and Tom Habrzyk of Advanced Product Engineering. They installed a Turbonetics turbocharger, an intercooler, a new intake manifold, revised headers, forged pistons and rods to the 2.4 liter four-cylinder petrol engine in Kizashi. The overall output of the car is 500bhp (373kW). (more…)

  • Suzuki Kizashi attemps to hit 200mph

    Suzuki Kizashi American Bonneville will make an attemp to hit a top speed of 200mph (322km/h). This is a proof, that you can accelerate even a shopping cart to 200mph, if it has a right engine… or a jet engine, perhaps?

    The tuning of the vehicle were made by Richard Holdener and Tom Habrzyk of Advanced Product Engineering.

    The car is powered by 2.4 liter, four-cylinder turbo petrol engine delivering 500bhp and 569Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque. (more…)

  • Suzuki premiered its 2011 Kizashi Sport at NYIAS

    Suzuki of America has unleashed its highly-athletic 2011 Kizashi Sport at last week’s New York International Auto Show 2010. (more…)

  • Suzuki announced its line-up for Geneva 2010

    At the 80th Geneva Motor Show starting on 2nd March, Suzuki’s will exhibit its latest hybrid technology concept for the first time in Europe – a Swift with Plug-in Hybrid system.

    Swift Plug-in Hybrid is ideal for drivers who travel low mileages every day and is designed to be driven primarily on electric power with its compact 660cc petrol engine used as a back up. It is also equipped with a generator to quickly charge the lithium-ion batteries when capacity level drops. Further recharging when parked is by means of a simple domestic plug socket. (more…)

  • Chicago premiere for the luxurious sedan Suzuki Kizashi

    2010 Suzuki Kizashi SedanWith the all-new 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (pronounced “Kee-Zah-Shee”) leading the charge, American Suzuki Motor Corp. (ASMC) arrives at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show prepared to amaze show goers with its multitalented lineup of performance- and value-packed cars and trucks. The media-acclaimed Kizashi, which arrived in dealer showrooms last December, delivers a premium package and experience without the premium price tag, and provides a unique blend of dynamic performance attributes and features more typical of the near-luxury sport sedan segment. (more…)

  • Platinum Edition Suzuki Kizashi by Road Race Motorsport

    Road Race Motorsport is presenting his own tuned version of Suzuki Kizashi at 2009 SEMA Show. The Road Race Kizashi can be seen at the Zeitronix Booth 21212. (more…)

  • 2010 Suzuki Kizashi Sedan is released

    Kizashi Sedan is the newest creation from Suzuki. This premium sport sedan is targeted to people, who want luxury car at normal price. (more…)

  • 2010 Suzuki Kizashi Sedan Revealed!

    American Suzuki Motor Corp. (ASMC) takes a bold step forward today. Known primarily as a maker of small vehicles and high-performance motorcycles, today marks the global debut of the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (pronounced “Kee-Zah-Shee”), the company’s first entry into the all-wheel-drive sport sedan segment. (more…)