BODY STRUCTURE


  1. OUTLINE


    1. Lightweight and Highly Rigid Body


      1. High-strength steel, ultra high-tensile strength steel, hot-stamped steel and aluminum steel are used in order to achieve excellent body rigidity and a lightweight body.

    2. Safety Features


      1. The impact absorbing structure minimizes cabin deformation by effectively helping to absorb the impact energy in the event of a front, side or rear collision. This provides high performance occupant protection.

    3. Rust-resistant Body


      1. Rust-resistant performance is enhanced by the extensive use of anti-corrosion sheet steel andaluminum steel as well as by an anti-corrosion treatment that includes the application of antirustwax and sealer to easily corroded parts such as the edge of the door lower portion, thedoor hinge and the hemmed portions of the hood panel.

    4. Low Vibration and Low Noise Body


      1. Effective application of vibration damping and noise suppressant materials reduces engine, wind and road noise.

    5. Aerodynamics


      1. Optimization of the shape of the body and underfloor ensures excellent aerodynamic performance.

  2. MAIN FEATURES


    1. Exterior Design


      1. Front View


        1. Drawing attention to the left and right radiator grill sub-assembly LWR, a design has been chosen to emphasize "Knowledge and technique of drawing in air for cooling".

        2. By combining an impressive radiator grill sub-assembly LWR with a protruding front fender, a three-dimensional effect has been achieve.

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          *1 Radiator Grille Sub-assembly LWR *2 Radiator Grille Lower Side LH
          *3 Radiator Grille Lower Side RH - -

      2. Rear View


        1. The rear surface of the bumper and corner portions produce depth in an L-shaped direction, expressing a light, pleasant feeling of air passing through. Also, the lower portion of the rear bumper has been designed with the image of a yacht's hull in mind, expressing an idea of cleanliness.

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      3. Side View


        1. In the process of expressing the long cabin proportions appropriate for this vehicle class, front and rear occupant headroom has been enlarged, and the trunk storage space has also been increased.

        2. The cabin as a whole uses a side design modeled after the graceful flowing of a water droplet, in order to give an impression of "Water".

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