Suzuki continues to explore four-wheeled potential for spreading its motorcycle DNA. The high-revving Hayabusa superbike engine has been fitted in the Formula Hayabusa spec racer and the Hot Wheels-like GSX-R/4, but this two-door hatch is the closest flirtation with a production-capable concept. Bred from Suzuki's front-drive rally car program, the S packages a 1.6-liter engine, six-speed sequential transmission, and all-wheel drive in a sporty car the looks like the Mini Cooper's born nemesis. The styling has enough connection with the Aerio to appear ready for introduction into the automaker's limited product line, where it could infuse excitement into the car brand. Show car gee-whiz features include an intelligent keylock system that tailors settings to each driver, including suspension tuning. Insiders tell us that Suzuki is looking hard at how to best rub off their motorcycle sportiness on to their four-wheeled products, and this is an enticing step in that direction.
