Design Concept of Citroën C-SportLounge

Citroën C-SportLounge looks so alive with vivid yellow color on its exterior. This sport car concept was unveiled at 2005 in Frankfurt Motor Show. This car variant is a symbol of Citroën grand touring car. 2011 Citroën DS5 has adopted some design character of this Citroën C-SportLounge Concept such as clear-cut and elongated headlight as well as tail light, elongated roofline and also silhouette. The car interior in retro – futuristic style and clean exterior surface also the rear – hinged back door interprets the unusual character of C-SportLounge concept car.

Official Press Release:

The new C-SportLounge concept car, which stands out with its evocative name and distinctive body style, features powerful, aerodynamic exterior lines and a cockpit-inspired interior designed for the pleasure of the driver and the well-being of the three passengers. The C-SportLounge combines dynamic character with high levels of onboard quality.

The wide tracks and curved flanks of the C-SportLounge convey a sense of power, while the flowing lines and elongated roof optimise aerodynamics, a Citroën speciality. Special care was taken with the air flow, resulting in a drag coefficient of just 0.26.

The determined look of the front end is emphasised by the broadened air intake and elongated, clearcut headlamps.

The large windscreen placed well to the front rises high and melds into the sunroof in a single unbroken line, offering a broad glass surface, enhancing visibility and letting in maximum light.

The luxurious interior of the C-SportLounge, designed to seat four adults comfortably, expresses the grand touring spirit of this concept car.

The on-board ambience is a harmonious mix of noble, dense, worked materials and more mechanical styling for the driving position.

With reverse-opening doors at the rear, the C-SportLounge offers unexpected accessibility for a vehicle of this type. Long-distance journeys can be approached serenely thanks to more than generous boot space.

The driving position was inspired by aviation design and dictated by driving pleasure. Driver and passengers alike will feel like they are in an aeroplane cockpit.

This impression is heightened by the special treatment and location of the analogue instruments. The semi-raised driving position boosts driving sensations while enhancing comfort and safety.

The driver’s seat and central console are all of one piece, so that the automatic gearbox and climate controls remain within reach, regardless of the driver’s chosen seat length adjustment. The interior has been designed to let the driver concentrate on the road: the steering wheel has fixed central controls and gear-changing paddles.

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Elegance Design of Volvo Concept Universe

At 2011 Shanghai Auto Show, car manufacturer has unveiled the latest car concept called as Concept Universe. This next generation sedan line is designed with simple line that takes inspiration from Scandinavian design. The exterior of Volvo Concept Universe is presented in clean line design and essential surfaces. The exterior is also designed in aggressive shape that represents current trend of car design. Including the elegance elements on this new Volvo variant are coupe – like roofline and original front end design that contains headlight and grille element show the design style of concentric shape.

“The Concept Universe has been designed to spark a subconscious desire and a feeling of eternal beauty.”

“It moves towards the future with its coupe-like roofline and contemporary, solid rear, but it also echoes Volvo’s proud heritage by borrowing design cues from classic models of the past.”

The  Vice President Design Peter Horbury commented, “Just like fine luxury goods, this design feels handcrafted and durable enough to stand the test of time.”

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Future Coupe Variant, Scion FR-S

Scion FR-S Concept was revealed by Scion Company at 2011 New York Auto Show. This new coupe variant is presented in vivid exterior shade in red accent. The design of this Scion FR-S coupe is inspired by the AE86 generation of the Corolla which has rear-wheel drive and front-mounted flat 2.0-liter boxer engine. This elegance coupe will be produced massively at 2012. The design of this Scion coupe is intended to express ‘pure balance’. The feature of rear-drive system produces low center-gravity and enhanced the weight distribution of the vehicle. The detail of this coupe variant is on the following press release:

Design

The idea of “pure balance” is further underlined by the lightweight design and short wheelbase.

The profile is inspired by the Toyota 2000GT, reveals a hood-line that is remarkably sleek and low, made possible by the boxer’s architecture.

The low stance continues to exaggerate the FR-S’ menacing face, which is made up of sharp lines, a wide mouth and angular headlights that include bright LED clusters.

The solid panel roofline is sleek, lightweight and rigid, slotted with an aerodynamic shape that channels air cleanly over to the top.

The front fenders protrude upward, making space for the monoblock Five Axis 20×8.5-inch wheels, while the muscular rear fenders are widened to house the 20×10.5-inch wheels, emphasizing the FR-S’ stance and rear-wheel-drive setup.

The rear fascia sits low and wide, with extensive lower treatments that surround the dual exhaust exits and contribute to the aerodynamics. LEDs illuminate both the tail-lights and the bold logo.

The FR-S Concept is painted in Code Red, a custom blend of candy and a developmental additive from BASF called Mearlite SSQ.

Technical Features

The FR-S is powered by a 2.0 liter boxer engine equipped with Toyota’s D4-S injection system. The unit can be coupled with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission, controlled via the steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters

The brake system features four-piston-caliper front brakes that clamp down on 18-inch annular carbon ceramic matrix rotors, fixed to the wheels in a motorcycle-fashion.

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