(from General Motors Press Release)
With its lean, taut bodywork stretched over
a long wheelbase and wide track, the all-new Saturn Astra has an
undeniably sporty stance. Fortunately, its European-inspired driving
dynamics and energetic 1.8L Ecotec engine back up those aggressive
good looks with commensurate performance, making the Astra prime
material for all-out tuner treatment. Saturn got the ball rolling at
SEMA with the Astra Tuner, a concept vehicle that applies some of
the latest bolt-on performance and appearance components to show
whats possible with this all-new compact. The Astra Tuner is based
on a production XR three-door and features approximately 20 more
horsepower and a lowered ride height. Numerous exterior enhancements
including 19-inch wheels give the car a racier look. It may be
the first, but this unique Saturn certainly wont be the last
personalized Astra.
Vehicle highlights:
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Astra XR three-door -
1.8L Ecotec DOHC four-cylinder with approximately 160 horsepower, via exhaust header, cold-air intake and modified throttle body -
Five-speed manual transmission -
Lowered ride height -
New front and rear fascia extensions -
New grille surround finish -
Tinted headlamps, taillamps and windows -
Rear center-outlet exhaust -
Production side moldings deleted -
High-performance Recaro seats -
Unique interior trim -
Unique sill plates and parking brake handle
GM Accessories (production and concept)
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OPC 19-inch wheels (concept) -
OPC rockers (concept) -
OPC rear spoiler -
GMA pedals (part number 93183691) -
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