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 what’s 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 won’t be the last personalized Astra.
Vehicle highlights:
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Astra XR three-door
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1.8L Ecotec DOHC four-cylinder with approximately 160 horsepower, via exhaust header, cold-air intake and modified throttle body
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Five-speed manual transmission
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Lowered ride height
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New front and rear fascia extensions
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New grille surround finish
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Tinted headlamps, taillamps and windows
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Rear center-outlet exhaust
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Production side moldings deleted
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High-performance Recaro seats
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Unique interior trim
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Unique sill plates and parking brake handle
GM Accessories (production and concept)
Source: General Motors Press Release
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