2005 New York Auto Show Coverage
The Japanese automaker has been flush with new car models this past year, and it has been preparing consumers for a revitalization of its SUV lines with Concept-X and now Concept-X2. Debuting in New York, Concept-X2 presents a traditional sport/ute package, complete with ladder-frame construction, in tasteful sheetmetal made elegant with its two-tone paint scheme. The Concept-X2 measures 176 inches bumper to bumper, stands 66.7 inches tall, and stretches 74.4 inches wide, making it a foot longer, slightly shorter, and four inches wider compared to a Grand Vitara. Under the Majestic Graphic sheen is a 185-hp DOHC V-6 engine teamed with a five-speed automatic transmission. Power is routed through a full-time 4x4 system, with four traction modes to apply to on- and off-road driving conditions. To enhance dynamics, the X2 features Electronic Stability Program, unifying anti-lock brakes, electronic brake-force distribution, traction control, and stability control. Should disaster strike, the five-passenger X2 is fitted with dual front and side airbags, and front and rear curtain airbags. Interior amenities count AM/FM/XM/CD stereo, HomeLink, keyless entry, and silver-trimmed black leather seating surfaces. This well-dressed sport/ute portends the Grand Vitara replacement model expected to go on sale this fall.
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