Infiniti Essence sportscar(Infiniti will not produce show car, but its Essence ...)
03-03-09, 06:17 AM
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Infiniti Essence sportscar(Infiniti will not produce show car, but its Essence ...)
I think i sort of jizzed in my pants
F-sport what?
i'm totally not interested in the GT-R anymore.
I want this. holy shiet
592hp. hybrid.
i like the reverse boomerang rear side window.
F-sport what?
i'm totally not interested in the GT-R anymore.
I want this. holy shiet
592hp. hybrid.
i like the reverse boomerang rear side window.
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03-03-09, 06:32 AM
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Infiniti Essence joins luxury coupe scene at Geneva motor show
Infiniti looks to make a splash in the European luxury coupe market with the Essense concept, a curvaceous rear-drive, two-seat, hybrid-powered car.
Infiniti isn't saying it will build the Essence. But styling cues on the car will show up on future Infiniti models.
But the Japanese luxury brand sets its stake at a time when several other luxury automakers--including Mercedes-Benz, Aston Martin, Bentley and Rolls-Royce--are rolling out new models. Pay no attention to that crashing sound coming from world economies.
The heart of the Essence is Nissan's venerable 3.7-liter V6 engine, fitted with twin turbochargers for the concept. The engine is rated at 434 hp.
Adding to that output is an integrated starter-generator, sandwiched between the engine and transmission, that adds 158 hp. The starter-generator propels the Essence on electric power at low speeds, drawing on a lithium-ion battery pack stored in the trunk.
The sleek styling of the Essence leads to a small trunk opening. So Infiniti worked with Louis Vuitton to create a three-piece luggage set that fits the trunk space. When the trunk lid is opened, the trunk floor slides out for easy access to the luggage.
The passenger compartment in the Essence is divided in half by a center console that sweeps out from the instrument panel. The driver's area, which a black color scheme, exudes a sports car feel with a gauge cluster that mimics high-end watches. The passenger's area, with a red color scheme, is swathed in luxury appointments.
New technologies include crash prevention for the side and rear. The system will sound a warning and automatically apply the brakes if sensors detect an object nearby when the driver attempts a lane change or when backing up.
To read more visit the AutoWeek Geneva Motor Show News and Photos section.
Infiniti isn't saying it will build the Essence. But styling cues on the car will show up on future Infiniti models.
But the Japanese luxury brand sets its stake at a time when several other luxury automakers--including Mercedes-Benz, Aston Martin, Bentley and Rolls-Royce--are rolling out new models. Pay no attention to that crashing sound coming from world economies.
The heart of the Essence is Nissan's venerable 3.7-liter V6 engine, fitted with twin turbochargers for the concept. The engine is rated at 434 hp.
Adding to that output is an integrated starter-generator, sandwiched between the engine and transmission, that adds 158 hp. The starter-generator propels the Essence on electric power at low speeds, drawing on a lithium-ion battery pack stored in the trunk.
The sleek styling of the Essence leads to a small trunk opening. So Infiniti worked with Louis Vuitton to create a three-piece luggage set that fits the trunk space. When the trunk lid is opened, the trunk floor slides out for easy access to the luggage.
The passenger compartment in the Essence is divided in half by a center console that sweeps out from the instrument panel. The driver's area, which a black color scheme, exudes a sports car feel with a gauge cluster that mimics high-end watches. The passenger's area, with a red color scheme, is swathed in luxury appointments.
New technologies include crash prevention for the side and rear. The system will sound a warning and automatically apply the brakes if sensors detect an object nearby when the driver attempts a lane change or when backing up.
To read more visit the AutoWeek Geneva Motor Show News and Photos section.
03-03-09, 06:59 AM
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looks like Infinit stole Aston's thunder. the infiniti looks years more modern than the Aston.
comparison of sports coupes at Geneva: (WTF is that Zagato??! Looks like something out of Super Mario 2)
comparison of sports coupes at Geneva: (WTF is that Zagato??! Looks like something out of Super Mario 2)
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03-03-09, 07:30 AM
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434HP VQ G37TT = 335i what?
Even in a very mild tune, this engine should be making ridiculous power.
03-03-09, 07:43 AM
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I dont find this to be beautiful, but it is very nice. Infiniti did a good job here.
Rear end reminded me of the TVR a little, but its obviously more like the FX truck. Weird they would take styling cues from the truck and apply it to a sports car, but they made it work.
Would be nice to see them produce this, but I have a feeling we wont exactly see this. Styling cues will probably be carried over onto other vehicles.
Rear end reminded me of the TVR a little, but its obviously more like the FX truck. Weird they would take styling cues from the truck and apply it to a sports car, but they made it work.
Would be nice to see them produce this, but I have a feeling we wont exactly see this. Styling cues will probably be carried over onto other vehicles.
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03-03-09, 08:34 AM
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Infiniti says that this is a showcase of design cues which will be incorporated into future models, to which I say wonderful. But I can't help but believe that it's also here to test public reaction to just such a car. If there's enough interest or outcry to produce it I'm sure Infiniti could. No doubt this shares a great deal of the GT-R's mechanicals so they have a proven and fully developed platform to build it on.