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Frankfurt 2007: Suzuki Kizashi arrives, but details on it do not


click above image for more high-res shots of the Suzuki Kizashi Concept

Suzuki unveiled a stunner today at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show called the Kizashi, but unfortunately the automaker had no information to offer about the car in the form of a press release. Sans that important artifact, we can at least comment on the Kizashi's styling, which we liken to a Japanese interpretation of the Dodge Magnum. Kind of a slung back wagon, the Kizashi features a plunging grille flanked by headlights that follow it all the way down to the ground. Out back are a nice set of rear haunches in the form of muscular fenders topped by a C-pillar that leans back at an angle.

What's it powered by? Will it be made? Is Suzuki interested in selling a large car? Who knows, but it's probably in the press release, which if we ever receive will pass along to you. At least we have photos, all of which you can view in the gallery below.

Very impressive and the fact that it's a Suzuki (previously known for bland and uninspired design) makes it even more impressive.

Suzuki Kizashi Concept breaks cover



Suzuki has unveiled a new shooting-break concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show, which the carmaker claims will lead to a new D-segment model set to enter production in 2010. The concept is called the Kizashi and if it ever makes it to showrooms it will be Suzuki’s first attempt at developing a more upscale model. Currently, Suzuki’s lineup consists of small budget models and compact SUVs.
The new concept measures 4.63m in length and rides on 21in wheels. Despite its larger proportions, it’s powered by an economical 2.0L four-cylinder turbodiesel with drive sent to all four wheels. Suzuki is reportedly developing a new hybrid drivetrain and the production version of the Kizashi is expected to debut the new technology when it arrives at the end of the decade.

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