Making its 2008 auto show season debut at the State Fair of Texas, Suzuki brings its full-line of exciting cars and SUVs, including the XL7 midsize crossover SUV and bold and functional five-door SX4 Crossover. In addition to Suzuki's full-line of vehicles on display at the show, Texas auto enthusiasts will be treated to a look at the BaseCamp, one of the company's dynamic "Suzuki LIVE Series" concept vehicles based on the XL7.
"We're excited to introduce the all-new SX4 Sport to the Lone Star State, as well as showcase the rest of Suzuki's 2008 full-line of vehicles, including two regional favorites - the Grand Vitara and XL7," said Mark Harano, president of ASMC Automotive Operations. "Suzuki has a solid network of approximately 40 dealers in Texas, and their contributions will be invaluable as we move toward another record sales year in 2007."
BaseCamp
Built by the Carlab of Orange, Calif., and based on the XL7 midsize crossover SUV, the BaseCamp concept offers cutting-edge design and technology to fulfill the needs of outdoor enthusiasts.
The BaseCamp's exterior is blanketed with liquid metal body paint and finished with titanium cladding around the perimeter of the vehicle, which also is easily converted to a catwalk for unprecedented upper vehicle access and storage.
The concept features a unique gullwing passenger side door that when opened, reveals a warm, inviting, modern interior room and attachable peninsula bar work station with full media connectivity, including Wi-Fi Internet access, Bluetooth integration and iPod1/MP3 capabilities. The BaseCamp also features a custom roof rack system with an integrated dual slot bike rack and Santa Cruz mountain bikes, eight high-intensity LED light clusters, including a unique "down" lighting system, an enclosed cargo/luggage area and forward-mounted miniature camera. After arriving at a campsite, a modern canopy with carbon fiber frame can be attached to the roof rack, keeping adventurers dry in inclement weather or protecting against the sun, and creating a welcoming ambiance for visitors.
The BaseCamp's interior reflects a similar high-tech design and feel with mica-hued light-toned seating and titanium accents throughout the inside of the vehicle. In the rear cargo area, the vehicle features a utility storage pack and access system.
Additionally, the XL7 concept is equipped with in-dash CD/DVD and GPS/Navigation system with real-time traffic.