[NAIAS] Saturn Sky

[carrera4]

scopiazzata dalla sorella lightning... la vedo bene col marchio Opel

da thecarconnection.com

The second vehicle from the Kappa family at GM will arrive at the Detroit auto show in January. Sketched here, the Saturn Sky will share its rear-drive architecture with the Pontiac Solstice, and its design theme with future Saturns that will appear in the next two years as GM invests in the brand and moves its products upscale. Saturn dealers will get the Sky in early 2006; it'll be assembled in Wilmington, Delaware.

[lorenz82]

...troppo simile ad una speedster...

[Paco]

bel frontale, ricorda la clk

[Autodelta85]

ricalca molto la Lotus\Speedster

[j]

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Saturn's version of the Pontiac Solstice, the Sky exhibits the new face of Saturn, which will add a mid-size sedan and a large crossover sport-utility to its lineup over the next two years. Aimed at the Mazda Miata in price with dimensions close to the pricier and slightly bigger Honda S2000, the sub-$25,000 Sky gets a 170-hp, 2.4-liter Ecotec four mated to manual or automatic five-speed transmissions and near 50/50 weight distribution. The Sky comes in early 2006, and we expect a Red Line version to follow. We're wondering what sister division Pontiac thinks of the supposed budget-brand Saturn becoming more performance-oriented

Source:VWvortex

nn sa molto di opel?

[j]

SATURN UNVEILS SKY ROADSTER

Two-seat convertible signals new design direction

With its dynamic design and quick and agile performance, the Sky roadster delivers a bold message about the next generation of vehicles from Saturn.

The Sky, introduced at the North American International Auto Show and slated for production in 2006, is the first vehicle to feature a new look that will influence Saturn’s entire future product lineup. The roadster will be followed by a new midsize sedan and a large crossover SUV as Saturn’s product portfolio doubles during the next 24 months.

“Building on its accomplishments in customer sales and service satisfaction, Saturn is introducing a bold new product design to our vehicles,” said Saturn General Manager Jill Lajdziak. “For Saturn, the Sky is not the limit. It’s only the beginning.”

Starting price for the Sky is expected to be less than $25,000. It will be built at GM’s Wilmington , Del. , assembly facility.

Technical harmony

The Sky roadster was inspired by the Vauxhall VX Lightning Concept – created at GM’s Advanced Design Studio in Birmingham , England – signaling the adoption of an international design language for Saturn.

The Sky’s design also features a wide stance with short overhangs and 18-inch wheels pushed to the corners. The convertible top folds completely into the rear compartment and the clamshell hood provides excellent accessibility and reinforces the sports car aura. Projector halogen low beams and reflector optic halogen high beam headlamps extend the exterior’s sophisticated look.

The design philosophy is carried through to the interior, which is driver-focused with integrated controls and displays. Creative use of piano black and chrome finishes combine with available leather seats and technical grains to emphasize richness and precision. Jewel-like detailing on the HVAC and lighting controls is executed with tight fits, highlighting the attention to detail.

Roadster performance

The Sky also has the hardware to back up its bold styling. It is equipped with a 2.4L, 170-horsepower Ecotec engine with variable valve timing and a five-speed Aisin manual transmission with a short throw shifter. A five-speed automatic will be optional.

GM is the only automotive manufacturer committed to offering a full range of vehicles with safety protection before, during and after a collision. All OnStar-equipped vehicles come with Automatic Crash Notification. If air bags deploy, the system sends a signal to a highly trained OnStar Emergency Advisor, who contacts the vehicle to see if help is needed, and can contact an emergency responder to send for help. In many cases the occupants are severely injured and cannot speak for themselves. OnStar’s GPS unit allows Advisors to tell emergency responders the vehicle’s location. OnStar responds to at least one air bag deployment in the US or Canada every hour.

Additionally, the Sky will offer the GM-exclusive Advanced Automatic Crash Notification system.

[ACS]

questa non è opel. La pontiac Solstice, da cui deriva, è un gran bel mezzo...

Ci saranno sinergie, ma a me piace di + della speedster...

[j]

questa non è opel. La pontiac Solstice, da cui deriva, è un gran bel mezzo...

Ci saranno sinergie, ma a me piace di + della speedster...

si ma la nuova opel gt sara fatta sul pianale Solstice e come stile questa saturn ricorda molto quello opel