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‘08 Geneva: Air Your Thoughts on Saab’s 9-X BioHybrid Concept

Written By: Evan McCausland

Filed Under: All News, Biofuels, Concept Cars, Design, Environmental/Green, Geneva Motor Show, Hatchbacks, Hybrids, Saab March 4th, 2008 5:30 AM

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“What do you think of the 9-X’s front fascia?” “Would you buy a vehicle like the 9-X?” These weren’t the remarks of worried Saab executives, but questions posed to those viewing Saab’s 9-X BioHybrid concept. Computer stations surrounding the car - all using the chouette new Macbook Air - will keep a digital tally, allowing the bosses in Trollhattan to see just how well their show car fared.

As well they should. Although it currently carries the usual show car flare and extravagance, we hear this is a pretty good peek at a forthcoming 9-1 compact. Thus far, the look is rather nice - the front carries the traditional Saab graphic, although the rear form is certainly a break from tradition. The narrow LED taillamps, set within slim bezels in a cyan plastic surround, remind us slightly of the current Subaru Impreza, but moreso of Chevrolet’s conceptual Volt.

(Follow the jump to read more about the Saab 9-X Bio-Hybrid)

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Perhaps tying to that last cue isn’t coincidence; the 9-1 is slated to make use of GM’s next-generation Delta platform along with the vaulted Volt. That said, Saab hasn’t seen fit to make use of the e-Flex system in this concept, opting instead to fit the 9-X with a 200-horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged I-4. It is fitted with GM’s next-generation hybrid system, but details on that won’t be available until later this afternoon (stay with WINDING ROAD for the latest announcements from Geneva).

For those who aren’t able to travel to Saab’s stand and voice their opinion in person, tell us what you think of the 9-X. What styling cues work or don’t work on the car? What features would you enjoy or expect on the production 9-1? Leave your thoughts in the comments section below.

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‘08 Geneva - Air Your Thoughts on Saab’s 9-X BioHybrid Concept · One Looking March 4th, 2008 6:08 AM Link

[…] Welcome to CenterNetworks - The New Standard In Web Technology News and Opinions wrote an interesting post today onHere’s a quick excerpt “What do you think of the 9-X’s front fascia?” “Would you buy a vehicle like the 9-X?” These weren’t the remarks of worried Saab executives, but questions posed to those viewing Saab’s 9-X BioHybrid concept. Computer stations surrounding the car - all using the chouette new Macbook Air - will keep a digital tally, allowing the bosses in Trollhattan to see just how well their show car fared. As well they should. Although it currently carries the usual show car flare and extravagance, we hear t […]

jeff March 4th, 2008 10:51 AM Link

the rear end will take a little getting used to, but i think the shape means it will carry quite a lot of stuff — a la the classic 900 and 94-02 900/9-3 hatchbacks.

as for the front, absolutely stunning.

if it gets the same interior treatment as the 9-4x, and not the B.S. stuff we saw in the concept yesterday, one will be in my garage.

kevin March 4th, 2008 12:36 PM Link

Fix that nasty blindspot and I’ll buy one in a heartbeat!

CAFE March 4th, 2008 1:46 PM Link

The Front is not much different than the Aero-X, so no problems there. The rear end needs some more work.

dante March 4th, 2008 5:27 PM Link

Not into the back much, either, but ahead of the B pillars is nice. Reminds me of the early 9* series with its simple, rounded design emphasizing aerodynamics.

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Only Owned Saabs for past 24 years! March 27th, 2008 4:53 PM Link

Just another GM clone of Jap design (think Lexus & Nissan SUV’s) and GM trying to play catchup again! This bears no resemblance to any Saab DNA… remember the Saabaru? This is the larger version. GM has done nothing but dumb down Saab… I won’t buy another.

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