Subaru Exiga Concept Video

Unveiled at the 2007 Tokyo Show a couple of weeks ago, the Exiga is a mid-size, station-wagon-like concept that’s powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter boxer engine mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission (see images here). Hard to say whether the Exiga concept previews the future Legacy Station Wagon or the next-generation Forester.Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/Tokyo%20Motor%20Show
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Honda CR-Z Hybrid Concept From The Tokyo Show

In our opinion, the Honda CR-Z concept (click here) was one of the most important cars that made their debut at the 2007 Tokyo Show last month. The reason is that, not only is the CR-Z Coupe heading for production, but it will also be equipped with a hybrid powertrain. You may not completely agree with Honda’s styling choices, but to us, a mainstream compact coupe with a hybrid powertrain sounds like a recipe made for success.
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Tokyo Show: Scion xB - Toyota Corolla Rumion Concept

Kanto Auto Works presented a drop-top version of the JDM Scion xB (sold as the Toyota Corolla Rumion in Japan) at the Tokyo Show. Dubbed as the “Rumion XO”, the rebadged Scion xB features among other things an electric powered sliding canvas top that covers the whole length of the roof including the rear window (like the Citroen C3 Pluriel but without the removable arches). The sliding canvas top is then stowed away completely behind the rear seat. -More images after the jump

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2007 Tokyo Show: Ford Escape Adventure Concept

Finally, we managed to find the worldwide premiere that Ford promised us for the 2007 Tokyo Show. Back in September when we tried to shed some light on the Tokyo show premieres (click here) we believed that Ford would most probably unveil the Asian version of the Verve concept. Instead the American carmaker chose to show off a concept version of the Escape SUV (Maverick in Europe and other markets).
According to Ford, the Escape Adventure Concept features several 'teasing' changes to draw attention to future possibilities, hinting at styling opportunities that can be quickly introduced to market either as production changes or as accessories. These include a revised front incorporating a three-bar grille with silver-accented air intakes and larger headlights. In the rear-end, the Escape concept gets restyled horizontal (instead of vertical) LED tail lamps and a diffuser. The prototype is also equipped with 18x7-inch alloy wheels with 235/60R18 tires. -Continued after the jump
"Our goal from the start was to accentuate the Escape's on-road presence with styling changes that would enhance its appeal as a crossover SUV. To achieve this, we focused mainly on the grille and head light areas," said Paul Gibson, Chief Designer, Asia Pacific and Africa who was responsible for the exterior facelift for MY06 Escape.

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2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi – From Concept To Production

In the automotive industry, the design process is one of the most elaborate and expensive stages in a car’s development process as it requires several prototyping cycles -with each cycle calling for different design propositions. And just because the STi isn’t a new car -in the sense that it was based on the existing WRX Impreza, don’t think that it didn’t go through various design phases.
We’ve included a series of images showing the 2008 STi’s development stages from rough sketches to clay models and onto the final prototypes. Check them all out right after the jump and tell us your opinion. Who knows, maybe you’ll like one of the prototypes more than the actual production version which you can see by clicking here. -Continued

Primary sketch



Image Rendering FQ/SD




SI-DRIVE Early Idea / Console Sketch / Steering Image










Early Craymodel / Early Front Design




Midterm Sketch Ft / Midterm Sketch RQ


Interior Image Sketch / Interior Prototype 1 / Image Prototype 2






Steering / Center Panel / Meter & Seat Prototypes






Final Craymodels







Prototype Car Silver




Prototype Car Blue


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BMW Concept 1-Series Tii Tokyo Show Presentation Video

Isn’t it a darn shame that BMW decided not to equip the Tokyo Show 1-Series Coupe Tii Concept with a powertrain? Car shows are all about pipe dreaming; tell a lie and say that it’s fitted with a prototype twin-turbocharged, 250Hp 4cylinder engine. What’s the good in just saying that it features lightweight materials, optimised aerodynamics and a race-inspired interior if you know that the car is an empty dummy? For details and high-res images of the 1-Series Coupe Tii click here.Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/Tokyo%20Motor%20Show
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Way Too Cool: Collectible Tokyo Show Coffee Cans

Now, see what we missed out on by not going at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show? Our Jalopnik pal Mike was quite delighted (and why shouldn’t he be) when he discovered that the press-room coffee-drink cans at the Tokyo show were in fact collectibles as each one featured a classic Japanese car. In all, there were six different coffee cans: 1969 Nissan Fairlady Z432 (Datsun 240Z), 1967 Toyota 2000GT, 1970 Suzuki Jimny, 1969 Mitsubishi Delica Coach-Deluxe, 1970 Subaru R-2SS and 1978 Mazda RX-7. Now if only the Detroit boyz could do the same thing with beer cans at the 2008 NAIAS...

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Video: Honda At The 2007 Tokyo Show

Honda’s 2007 Tokyo Show offerings included the all-new 2008 Fit / Jazz, the FCX Concept, the weird looking Puyo Concept and of course, the CR-Z prototype, an exclusive video of which we will show you later on. But, for the time being, get a taste of Honda’s stand at the Japanese motor show by checking out the above video. Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/Tokyo%20Motor%20Show
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2007 Tokyo: Audi A1 Concept Presentation Video

We’re initiating our 2007 Tokyo Show videos with a film from the presentation of Audi’s A1 Metroproject Quattro Concept. The Tokyo Show prototype acts as a teaser for the A1 production model that Audi intends to put into showrooms by late 2009 – early 2010 aiming towards BMW Group’s MINI hatch. Check out the official A1 Concept image gallery here and the press release along with pics from the Tokyo Show by clicking here.Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/Tokyo%20Motor%20Show
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Nissan GT-R 2007 Tokyo Show Images

We all love checking out cars up close but unless you’re somewhere in Tokyo these days, you won’t have much of a chance seeing Nissan’s all-new 473 Hp GT-R in live form. Of course, we did show you a bunch of official press pics earlier today (click here) but evidently, that’s not the same. So, until science finds a way to offer us the ability to view 3-dimensional images from our computer we thought of the next best thing: live shots from the Tokyo Show presentation. Just click the link below to check out our image gallery that consists of 14 “live” pictures. -Continued

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Update: European Subaru Impreza WRX STi Specs Released

Along with the release of the Japanese market Impreza WRX STi specs (click here), Subaru also revealed details of the European version which will be available across the continent during the first quarter of 2008. While the JDM STi is equipped with a new 304 Hp 2.0-liter turbocharged boxer unit, European and subsequently, American buyers, will get their STi’s fitted with a revised version of the current 2.5-litre turbo ‘boxer’ engine. According to Subaru, power is now 300 PS (296 Hp) at 6,000 rpm with maximum torque of 300 lb ft (406 Nm) at 4,000 rpm – increases of 19 PS and 11 lb ft respectively. To our misfortune, Subaru announced that performance figures will be available at a later date. -Press release after the jump
PRESS RELEASE: HARDCORE NEW IMPREZA WRX STI REVEALS ALL
• Totally new five-door WRC look-alike body with large blistered wheelarches
• Smoother ride and increased grip from new multi-link rear suspension
• Plush new interior features leather/Alcantara as standard
• Three different engine-response modes from Si-Drive
• Thoroughly revised 2.5 litre turbo ‘boxer’ engine now with 300 PS
• Upgraded symmetrical all-wheel drive system offers even more driver-selected handling characteristics
• Unveiled on 24 October at Tokyo Motor Show, on sale in UK next spring
Subaru has at last revealed details of its hardcore new Impreza WRX STI which is substantially different to the non-turbo five-door models now being delivered to first customers.
Developed by a dedicated team of performance-loving engineers, the stunning new WRX STI debuts at the Tokyo Motor Show on 24 October, with first UK deliveries due next spring.
And with a heavily-revised new 300 PS turbocharged 2.5 litre ‘boxer’ engine, totally new platform and suspension plus even more advanced symmetrical all-wheel drive system, the World Rally Championship look-alike is sure to satisfy Subaru traditionalists.
Its proportions are radically altered compared to both the previous Impreza and mainstream new 1.5 and 2.0 litre models.

For example, the wheelbase is 95 mm longer than the old car despite overall length being 50 mm shorter. This reduces front and rear overhangs and enhances stability.
And at 1,795 mm wide, the new STI is even 55 mm wider than the new model thanks to heavily blistered wheelarches, while front and rear tracks are 45 and 40 mm greater for a ground-hugging stance.
Apart from the extended front and rear wings, key visual differences include a mesh front grille and a new, deep bumper design with sporty vertical air vents at either side to help cool the intercooler.
Immediately behind each front wheel is a vertical air outlet for the intercooler, topped by an ‘STI’ moulding plate.
Specially-designed side skirts neatly blend into the extended wheelarches, while an oversized roof spoiler with high-mounted stop lamp further distances the WRX STI from the mainstream Impreza. In addition, an integrated rear bumper diffuser reduces high-speed lift.
At the rear, four exhaust pipes twinned in pairs at either side of the body not only give a distinctive look but reduce exhaust air-flow resistance by 38 per cent, increasing power and reducing noise.
Colour choices will include Subaru’s signature ‘WR Blue’ and while gold-coloured alloy wheels are available, other designs include high-lustre silver alloys measuring 18x8.5ins with 245/40R tyres.
Comfort With Agility
The new Impreza WRX STI boasts a much plusher interior than before, offering leather/Alcantara-covered sports seats as standard with Recaro seats as an option. Curtain airbags are standard and the audio system has been upgraded.
Continuing on the comfort theme, the totally new suspension combines outstanding road-holding and driver involvement with a much smoother ride for passengers thanks to the multi-link double-wishbone rear suspension.
Like the previous Impreza WRX STI, the new car has inverted front suspension struts which provide a more rigid mounting and less camber-change during hard cornering. Aluminium front suspension lower arms reduce unsprung weight.
And for an even lower centre-of-gravity for enhanced grip, the front of the engine is 22 mm lower than before with the differential centre down by 10 mm.
The braking system has been developed in conjunction with Italian specialist, Brembo, and features four-pot callipers at the front and twin-pot at the rear – both ventilated discs. The system also includes four-channel, four-sensor Anti-Lock with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.
A multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control System allows the driver to select the best setting for the prevalent road conditions. For example, it can be turned off altogether or set to ‘Traction’ which delays artificial interference.
More Power, More Driver Involvement
The award-winning 2.5 litre horizontally-opposed ‘boxer’ engine benefits from a thorough revision which includes a larger and more efficient intercooler which increases power.
The new STI also boasts stronger low to mid-speed torque thanks to variable-valve timing for the intake and exhaust system and a fast-warm catalytic converter for reduced emissions.
Power is now 300 PS at 6,000 rpm with torque of 300 lb ft at 4,000 rpm – increases of 19 PS and 11 lb ft respectively.
Also new is Subaru’s Si-Drive system as fitted to the Legacy 3.0R spec.B. This gives the driver three different engine-response programmes at the turn of a switch, ‘Super-Sharp’ Mode giving the ultimate in throttle response.
The much-praised six-speed manual transmission has been revised, with a shorter-throw gear-change and lighter movements, especially from neutral to 1st and 1st to 2nd gear thanks to a revised synchromesh.
As before, the symmetrical all-wheel drive system features a centre viscous-coupling plus front and rear limited-slip-differentials. This shares grip front to rear and side-to-side, constantly adjusting for maximum road-holding.
A firm favourite with existing STI owners, the Driver’s Control Centre Differential has been improved, giving even more choice of handling characteristics.
The DCCD is operated via a switch in the centre console, allowing the driver to manually select the torque distribution front to rear, reverting to automatic mode every time the ignition is switched off.
For example, he or she can choose between having a sharper cornering turn-in or more stable straight-line running.
In Manual Mode, the driver can adjust the front to rear torque distribution through varying degrees to suit different road conditions such as loose gravel or soft snow.
Now, for the new Impreza WRX STI, the DCCD switch also allows the selection of three different types of ‘Auto’ Mode.
1: Auto Mode is selected when the engine is started and covers most road conditions.
2: Auto+ Mode places the emphasis on traction for slippery roads, sharing out the torque more evenly between all four wheels and enhancing straight-line stability.
3: Auto- Mode increases agility by enhancing steering response through less torque-split interference.
Lawrence Good, Subaru (UK) Limited Managing Director, said: “The new WRX STI will be the perfect addition to a new range of Imprezas which are appealing to a wider, more mainstream audience.
“With its improved ride, refinement, interior space and practicality coupled with even more power and driver involvement, not to mention the kind of road presence Imprezas are renowned for, we are convinced our loyal fans will not be disappointed.”
NOTE: Full technical details will be released later.
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